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Articles by Sofie Hooper
Clarity needed on ‘as-built information’, says APS
Concerns have been raised about ambiguities in the information required at building handover for higher-risk buildings (HRBs). HRBs must pass Gateway 3, the final mandatory checkpoint in the Building Safety Act 2022 regime, before they can be legally occupied. At this stage, the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) verifies that construction is complete and compliant, requiring contractors to submit “as-built” information, including drawings and other prescribed documentation.
Residential Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (RPEEPs) legislation published
On Friday 4 July, the government published The Fire Safety (Residential Evacuation Plans) (England) Regulations 2025 and accompanying guidance seeking to improve the fire safety of people with disabilities and vulnerable people in high rise and higher risk residential buildings. The regulations only cover England and those buildings in scope that have simultaneous evacuation strategies in place and will come into force on 6 April 2026.
Spending review – can government deliver on its promises? - Project Safety Journal
Sofie Hooper, deputy CEO of the APS picks out her takeaways from the government spending review. Chancellor Rachel Reeves presented her Spending Review at the dispatch box on 11 June, covering the government’s spending until the end of parliament (2029). APS, like much of the construction sector, broadly welcomes the Spending Review and with it the infrastructure projects and housing announcements made.
Competence, organisational capability and the Golden Thread – a Building Safety Act assurance maturity journey | British Safety Council
There are two, very specific, matters that run right through the new Regulatory Regime brought in by the Building Safety Act 2022 – Competence and Accountability. And both need to be assured and evidenced by accurate and up-to-date information.
Fire safety: top tips for landlords and building managers
Keeping the occupants of their buildings safe is undoubtedly the most important responsibility a landlord or building manager can have. Ensuring effective fire safety measures are in place is a critical part of that duty. Apart from the potentially disastrous consequences in terms of human life, failure to comply with fire safety regulations can also lead to severe financial penalties.
golden thread | building safety | high risk buildings | Grenfell changes
But why is the golden thread concept so important? And why are we at the Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management (IWFM) putting so much effort into influencing policymakers and collaborating across the built environment to get it right? The golden thread is a key part of the new, more stringent building regime introduced by the Building Safety Act 2022.
Building Safety Regulator (BSR)
Managing Competence in the Built Environment Monday 23 March 10:30am - 12noon Do you own or work for an organisation that carries out design, construction or building management work?
Building safety manager | safety reforms | Judith Hackitt
The concept of the Building Safety Manager (BSM) first featured in Dame Judith Hackitt’s report Independent Review of Building Regulations and Fire Safety. Her vision was that the BSM would be responsible for the day-to-day management of the building while also acting as the point of contact for residents.
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