Link365 Statement on the Building Safety Act 2022 : Raising the Standard of Safety and Accountability in Construction

The Building Safety Act 2022 is one of the most significant pieces of legislation in the UK construction industry in recent decades. Introduced in response to the Grenfell Tower tragedy, the Act aims to raise safety standards, improve accountability, and ensure that Higher-Risk Buildings (HRBs) are designed, built, and maintained with safety at the forefront.

At the core of the Act is the establishment of the Building Safety Regulator (BSR), which now oversees:
• Safety and performance standards for all buildings in England
• The regulation and competence of building control professionals
• Acting as the building control authority for higher-risk residential buildings

To ensure compliance, Higher-Risk Buildings (HRBs) must now pass through a rigorous three-stage ‘Gateway’ approval process:

Gateway One – Planning
Safety, particularly fire safety, must be considered from the earliest design phase.

Gateway Two – Pre-Construction
Full design and safety details must be submitted and approved before any building work begins.

Gateway Three – Completion
Final Building Safety Regulator (BSR) approval is required before the building can be occupied.

What This Means for the Industry

The Act introduces new responsibilities for duty holders including clients, designers, and contractors. It places strong emphasis on:

• Accountability at every stage of a project
• Competence of all individuals involved
• Clarity in roles, responsibilities, and information-sharing
• Golden Thread documentation to ensure building information is captured and maintained throughout the building’s life

Link365’s Approach to Compliance

At Link365, we view this legislation not as a hurdle, but we see it as an opportunity for growth and a step toward adopting industry best practices.

 As part of our commitment to upholding the standards set out in the Building Safety Act 2022, we’ve been making significant strides supported by digital tools like Procore and 1Breadcrumb. Our goal is not just compliance, but a lasting cultural shift toward transparency, accountability, and shared responsibility for all involved.

Building Knowledge & Accountability
We are actively working towards upskilling our workforce on the Act’s requirements, including the responsibilities of duty holders.

Strengthening Health & Safety on Site
Using 1Breadcrumb, we’ve made it easier than ever for workers to engage with safety. From digital inductions and toolbox talks and site alerts, everyone on-site is informed, connected, and part of the safety conversation.

Tracking Progress & Driving Quality
Procore is helping us monitor project progress in real time, ensuring milestones are met and risks are flagged early. We’re also leveraging Procore’s quality management tools to carry out and document inspections, checklists, and corrective actions maintaining a consistent standard across every project.

Our Commitment

Link365 is fully committed to delivering projects that not only meet regulatory standards but exceed them. We are investing in people, systems, and processes to support the implementation of the Building Safety Act 2022 across both current and future projects.