Our principal designer services under the Building Safety Act

We deliver comprehensive solutions to ensure your project is safe, compliant, and efficient:

1. Risk management during design

• Building Safety Reviews: Identifying and mitigating risks related to fire safety, structural stability, and usability.
• Safety by Design Principles: Influencing designs to prevent and reduce hazards throughout the building’s lifecycle.
• High-Risk Building Compliance: Ensuring designs meet the specific safety requirements for high-risk buildings.

2. Golden thread compliance

• Data Management: Creating and maintaining accurate, accessible digital records of all building safety information.
• Lifecycle Documentation: Providing a complete record from design to occupation.
• Collaboration with Stakeholders: Ensuring all duty holders have access to and understand the Golden Thread of information.

3. Coordination of duty holders

• Stakeholder Liaison: Facilitating communication between designers, contractors, Building Safety Managers, and clients.
• Safety Case Reports: Developing and maintaining the Building Safety Case to demonstrate compliance.
• Regulatory Engagement: Ensuring smooth communication with the Building Safety Regulator.

4. Ongoing advisory support

• Client Guidance: Helping clients understand their responsibilities under the Building Safety Act and Building Regulations.
• Training for Duty Holders: Providing tailored sessions on safety and compliance requirements.
• Monitoring and Updates: Keeping all safety measures and records current throughout the project.

Why is the principal designer role important?

The Principal Designer is crucial for:

• Proactive Risk Management: Preventing issues before they occur by embedding safety into designs.
• Regulatory Compliance: Meeting the stringent requirements of the Building Safety Act and Building Regulations.
• Transparency and Accountability: Maintaining clear records through the Golden Thread, enabling informed decision-making.

Why choose Green Hat Consulting as your principal designer?

• Building Safety Expertise: Extensive knowledge of Building Safety Act requirements and best practices.
• Collaborative Approach: Working with all stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of safety into your project.
• Comprehensive Solutions: Tailored services that address the unique challenges of high-risk and complex buildings.
• Proactive Compliance: Ensuring you stay ahead of regulatory changes and requirements.

The benefits of a proactive principal designer

• Minimised Risks: Address safety concerns from the design phase onward.
• Streamlined Compliance: Ensure smooth interactions with the Building Safety Regulator.
• Golden Thread Accuracy: Maintain a clear, accessible record of building safety information.
• Enhanced Building Performance: Designs that prioritise safety and functionality.