Investigating the Building Safety Act: What is it and why does it matter? Sandbox Extra FOMO5 2, from ‘Investigating Structural Forensics’

How does the Building Safety Act support forensic engineers in creating more resilient buildings?  The Building Safety Act 2022 shapes how structural performance is thought about across the full life of a building, not just at design and construction, but long after completion.  As discussed in the latest episode of our ‘Sandbox’ podcast, the Building Safety Act responds to a long‑standing need for greater clarity around responsibility and building safety information.  “I think a lot of people in the industry thought it was time for some more clarity about responsibility and who is responsible for keeping information in relation to building safety - and that has been parachuted by the Building Safety Act.” - Emily Clift, Legal Director, Kennedy’s Law For structural and forensic engineers, this supports more robust investigation of existing buildings, helping to understand how structures have performed over time, identify underlying issues, and inform safer, more resilient outcomes.  Joining our regular host Andy Duncan, are Buro Happold experts Julian McFarland, Director, Jan Anil, Associate Director, and special guest Emily Clift, Legal Director, Kennedy’s Law.   Subscribe to the whole series; Sometimes we’ll tackle a subject head on, sometimes a sideways view - but always with curiosity, expertise and maybe even a dash of humour.