CDM & Building Safety Act CPD at Bracknell Forest Council

What do Principal Designers really need to know about CDM and the Building Safety Act – and how do these regulations shape safer construction?

That’s exactly what was explored when John Staves, CEng FIStructE, Chartered Structural Engineer, visited Bracknell Forest Council to deliver a dynamic and insightful CPD workshop tailored to the real-world challenges of today’s built environment.

CDM & Building Safety Act

The session brought together property surveyors from Bracknell Forest Council to explore how the roles and responsibilities of duty holders are evolving under these two significant pieces of legislation.

John’s practical approach and deep knowledge helped make complex regulatory changes easier to understand and apply.

John guided attendees through the evolution of the CDM Regulations, from the introduction of Planning Supervisors in 1994 to today’s expanded responsibilities of the Principal Designer – now further shaped by the Building Safety Act.

Proactive Risk Management

John highlighted the growing emphasis on proactive risk management, clear communication, and genuine collaboration between duty holders as essential tools for improving construction safety.

The Building Safety Act was explored in this context, with particular focus on its drive for safer design and stronger accountability – for all projects regulated by the Building Regulations.

Although driven by Higher-Risk Buildings (HRBs), the BSA presentation and discussion concentrated on non-HRB projects which form the majority of construction work.

John broke down the new competency requirements and opened up discussion around what these changes mean for professionals navigating the current regulatory landscape.

Raising Safety Standards

The session wrapped up with plenty of practical takeaways and left the team feeling informed, empowered, and committed to raising safety standards across their work.

“The event was well organised with good notes and Johns unbiased, knowledgeable presentation helped to unravel a confusing subject giving us confidence on how to proceed and keep within CDM and BSA regulations”. Julian, Bracknell Forest Council

Unsure about your responsibilities or competency under the Building Safety Act?

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On Tuesday 21 May 2024 the Institution of Structural Engineers are hosting an interactive panel discussion on the Building Safety Act in practice – John Staves our Managing Director will be speaking at this event.

Here are the details:-

April 2024 marks two years since the Building Safety Act established a new and enhanced regulatory regime for building safety and construction products. It has reshaped responsibilities and systems for everyone involved in designing, constructing, and managing Higher Risk Buildings (HRBs).

Join John and the interactive panel where you will have the opportunity to ask the expert panel your questions on:

  • Building control regime
  • Gateways
  • Golden thread
  • Safety cases
  • Impact on small domestic projects

Reasons to attend

  • Gain a deeper understanding of how the Building Safety Act affects your duties & liabilities and strategies for compliance
  • Acquire practical knowledge on implementing the Building Safety Act in real-world scenarios
  • Explore the implications of the new regime for HRBs and its broader impact on the industry
  • Discover how the Building Safety Act influences various projects, including industrial and small domestic projects

Chair, Victoria Martin

Speakers:-

  • Gavin McLachlan, Associate, Conisbee
  • John Leach, Director, Buildings+Places at AECOM
  • Mark Pundsack, Assistant District Surveyor
  • Mark Snelling, Managing Director, Safetymark Consultancy Services
  • John Staves, Managing Director, Michael Aubrey Barrow

For more information and details how to book your place (it’s free!)

https://www.istructe.org/events/hq/2024/building-safety-act/