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💫 🏗 The Golden Thread Of Information - A Key to Building Safety 💫🏗 The Golden Thread of Information is defined in the UK’s Building Safety Bill, which was legislated to prevent events similar to the Grenfell Tower disaster in 2017. During an early morning fire, the construction materials and design of the Grenfell Tower caused the fire to dangerously spread and killed 72 people as a result. Following the Grenfell Tower Disaster, Dame Judith Hackitt highlighted that key information within the construction and building management industries was not being effectively managed, or even available throughout buildings’ life cycles especially during changes in ownership. Dame Judith recommended that a “golden thread of key information” using digital tools and systems’ should be used to store, use, and share building information effectively to ensure safer buildings. Now, thankfully, the Building Safety Bill lists the 10 Principles of the Golden Thread of Information. The Principles are: 1. Accurate and trusted 2. Residents feeling secure in their homes 3. Culture change 4. Single source of truth 5. Secure 6. Accountable 7. Understandable/consistent 8. Simple to access (accessible) 9. Longevity/durability and shareability of information 10. Relevant/proportionate 🚧 Call to Action: Construction companies, building owners, and building managers around the world should adopt the 10 Principles of the Golden Thread of Information to make their buildings safer. https://lnkd.in/gfR5xZiD

Monroe County’s Building Safety Inspection Program has been updated. Certified mail notices will now be sent to condominium buildings 25 years or older and structures three stories or higher. These changes aim to enhance safety and address the unique challenges of our coastal environment. Learn what these updates mean for property owners, managers, and residents in our latest blog post. Stay informed with Building Mavens: https://lnkd.in/ewRpXCtb #MonroeCounty #BuildingMavens #EngineeringExcellence #MilestoneInspections #BuildingSafety #StructuralIntegrity #EngineeringServices #DependableEngineering #ConstructionExperts #BuildingInspections #SafetyFirst #IndustryLeaders #InnovativeEngineering #CrackDetection #HighRiseSafety #BuildingHealth #EngineeringSolutions #ProfessionalInspectors #StructuralSafety #EngineeringFirm #TechInEngineering

Upcoming Webinar: Tuesday 5 March 12:30 - Kevin Blunden, Director of Building Consultancy, Acivico Group The devastating fire at Grenfell Tower in June 2017 has led to the largest review and reform of the regulation of building safety for over 60 years. The Building Safety Act 2022 associated Regulations and changes to the Building Act 1984 have established a new regime for the enforcement of Building Regulations and has created additional duties for all of those involved in the design, construction and management processes. In April the final changes to regulations and standards come into force which implement the most significant changes to the control of safety in buildings for decades. Alongside strengthened enforcement powers and sanctions for work which fail to meet standards, specific obligations are being placed on duty holders, including the Client, Principal Designer and Principal Contractor. All of those who are involved in the design and construction process, including Clients, Designers, Contractors and those who manage buildings will have significantly increased responsibility in respect of Building Safety, assessing competence and ensuring Building Regulation Compliance, and the webinar is intended to provide information to prepare everyone for their role in making buildings safer. You can sign up for the FREE WEBINAR here: https://lnkd.in/e38fhQas

The Building Safety Act 2022 associated regulations and changes to the Building Act 1984 have established a new regime for the enforcement of Building Regulations and has created additional duties for those involved in the #design, #construction and #management processes. In April, the final changes to regulations and standards come into force which implement the most significant changes to the control of #safety in buildings for decades. Join Acivico Group's Director of Building Consultancy Kevin Blunden, for a free webinar, as he discusses the information you need to prepare for your role in making buildings safer. Sign up to the SPACES webinar by clicking the link in the comments. #buildingregulations

Seven years on and there is still a lot to learn from the Grenfell Tragedy. In our latest blog, we have written a deep dive into the tragic events and the consequent changes to regulations. I'd love it if you gave it a read... https://lnkd.in/e_jqNATt

The Building Safety wiki golden thread index A key building safety term explained, along with its POE use. https://lnkd.in/eSnb2EpP

🏢🚧𝐍𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐜𝐭: 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐭 𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧🏢🚧 The Building Safety Act marks a significant shift in the construction landscape, introducing new regulations and responsibilities in line with 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝. But how does this impact your approach to substructure protection? Let's break it down and simplify the complexities, because at Premcrete, we're all about making it easy… 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 The Building Safety Act (a humble 250 page document with 450 page complimentary notes!) brings about several key changes, including: 1.Roles and Responsibilities: Building Safety Regulators now have enhanced duties of care, playing a pivotal role in implementing the new regulatory framework. 2.Building Control: The Building Safety Regulator transitions into the Building Control Body, with new bodies designated for Higher Risk Buildings (HRBs). 3.Duty Holders: Duty holders play a more prominent role throughout the construction process, emphasizing accountability and diligence. 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 These changes have a profound effect on the approach to substructure protection. The initial stages, particularly the ground investigation report, are critical in identifying risks and formulating the substructure protection strategy. 𝑾𝒂𝒏𝒕 𝒕𝒐 𝒇𝒊𝒏𝒅 𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒆? Check out our latest in-depth blog post here: https://lnkd.in/eBH_WbAe 𝐒𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐞 𝑭𝒆𝒆𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒘𝒉𝒆𝒍𝒎𝒆𝒅 𝒃𝒚 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒆𝒔… 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒅𝒐𝒏’𝒕 𝒇𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒚 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒃𝒆𝒅𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒆 𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈? Don't worry – we're here to help simplify solutions by distilling the information into an easily digestible presentation. Our 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐞 𝐀𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐲 𝐂𝐏𝐃 sessions offer in-depth guidance on the Building Safety Act and substructure protection. Join us for an hour-long session designed to equip you and your team with the knowledge needed to adapt to these changes seamlessly. Contact us today to book: jason.devenish@premcrete.com #substructureprotection #gasproofing #waterproofing #futureproofing #buildingsafetyact #safety #solutions 

Reflecting on Progress: 𝟳 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘁-𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗹𝗹 June 14th was the seventh anniversary of the Grenfell Tower fire, prompting a moment of reflection on the transformative changes within the construction industry since that tragic event. Over the years, our focus has centred on fostering responsibility and driving cultural change within our sector, advocating proactive measures ahead of governmental mandates. Post-Grenfell, the enactment of the Building Safety Act has been pivotal in reshaping our industry, demanding enhanced accountability and ethical standards. Key advancements include: ◾ Establishment of the Building Safety Regulator to oversee high-rise building safety. ◾ Introduction of Dutyholders and Accountable Persons, ensuring meticulous maintenance of comprehensive building information throughout its lifecycle. ◾ Implementation of Gateways Two and Three to validate compliant design and construction phases. ◾ Mandated regular inspections of fire safety systems, promoting enhanced safety for building occupants. ◾ Emphasis on resident engagement and clear fire safety protocols. Non-compliance now carries weightier penalties, underscoring the criticality of adherence to these vital regulations. As we commemorate this anniversary, let us continue to strive for a safer and more responsible built environment. Together, let's honour the memory of Grenfell through sustained commitment to these pivotal reforms.

🏗️ Insightful Perspectives on the New Building Control Regime for Higher Risk Buildings 🏗️ This intriguing article offering a unique perspective on the new building control regime for higher risk buildings. The author shares some thought-provoking insights on the potential impacts of these updated regulations. https://lnkd.in/ecMpeg5s

Enhancements in Monroe County’s Building Inspection Program: A Comprehensive Guide https://hubs.li/Q02F0C0V0