Navigating Fire Safety and Compliance: What the Building Safety Act means for smaller projects.
Hosted by the Manchester Society of Architects, this insightful CPD event will focus on the critical implications of the Building Safety Act 2022 for architects, specifiers, and developers working on small- to medium-scale residential and commercial projects.
The session will unpack key elements of the legislation, including the shift from BS 476 to EN 13501 for fire-rated materials, the 11-metre rule for external cladding, and best-practice strategies for fire compartmentation in low- and mid-rise buildings. A particular focus will be given to the evolving role of the Principal Designer, offering practical guidance for small practices navigating this responsibility without dedicated fire safety teams.
Attendees will gain:
- a clear understanding of how the Building Safety Act affects smaller-scale projects
- knowledge of new fire classification standards and their practical implications
- insight into the Principal Designer role and how to manage it effectively
- best practices for integrating fire compartmentation in early-stage design
- an understanding of key compliance risks and how to mitigate them
Confirmed speakers include:
- Darren Agnew, Director at Trigon Fire Engineers
- Rob McGinnes, Chartered Architect and Principal Designer, Hive Architects
- Adam Taylor, Tenmat
Food and drink are included in the ticket price. This session is ideal for those seeking clarity, confidence, and practical strategies in the face of new building safety demands.
