Preparing safety case reports for higher-risk buildings under the Building Safety Act: guidance for structural engineers

Publication Year

2026

Document Status

Current

Abstract

Provides practical guidance for structural engineers complying with the requirements of the Building Safety Act when preparing safety case reports. Covers their role and responsibilities within the legal context, and the intended audience of the reports. Also considers how to conduct a risk assessment, identifying the hazards, risk analysis, risk evaluation and implementation. Expands on the structural assessment process, looking at condition assessments, calculations and investigations. Also explores, risk management, dealing with specific issues, safety management, quality control, reliability, structural defects, competence, liability and professional indemnity insurance.

ISBN

9781906335878

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