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the application but will be cost factored too. The new building safety regime requires all projects to demonstrate a clear change management process. On higher- risk projects, this is prescribed by law. A “change to any part of the active fire safety measures or passive fire safety measures in a proposed higher-risk building referred to in the fire and emergency file” after Gateway 2 approval is classed as a ‘major change’ and would mean that project teams would need to refer back to the BSR. They then have up to six weeks to approve the change or request more justification. As well as incurring a fee, this could potentially cause significant delays to the build programme, as no work can begin on the area subject to the change until it has been approved. Additionally, early involvement from manufacturers of safety critical products can help build up a bank of information that can be incorporated in or used to contribute to the Golden Thread. This can include everything from test data to a history of technical communications and training, which can be added to in later stages of construction, such as when product installation inspections have taken place.
Of course, for manufacturers to be a genuinely useful resource during the pre-construction phase, it is vital that the industry feels confident in their skills, knowledge, experience and behaviours. Therefore, manufacturers need to make a clear commitment to competency and upskilling. This ensures that design or product suitability advice is backed by accurate and accessible product data and has been delivered by someone competent enough to interpret the project needs and requirements, understand any potential parameters or limitations, and identify the right solutions.
Supporting safety
Gateway 2 is a real opportunity for the industry to ensure the highest levels of fire and building safety are inherent to the design from the outset. Manufacturers of life safety critical products can lend their expertise and experience to support designers in producing detailed applications that demonstrate the diligence necessary to create safe and long-lasting buildings.
Chris Hall is external affairs director at Siderise
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