In the wake of heightened scrutiny around building safety, the construction industry is undergoing a pivotal change. At the heart of this change lies the Building Safety Act 2022 – landmark legislation designed to strengthen accountability, transparency and resilience in the built environment.
Building safety is of crucial importance to the Light Steel Frame Association (LSFA), its members and the end users of the structures they help to create. The association recognises that safety must be embedded at every stage of the construction process – from design and specification through to manufacturing, installation and occupation. As a leading industry body, the LSFA fully supports the Building Safety Act and is committed to fostering a culture of accountability, transparency and continuous improvement across supply chains and construction partnerships.
Step By Step Checklist
Superseding the Building Safety Act Bulletin published by the LSFA in 2023 – the association’s new Building Safety Checklist features compliance prompts for clients, designers and contractors. This step by step checklist is intended for Light Steel Frame Association members to use as a practical reference guide when advising clients, designers, contractors and building owners on safety and compliance obligations in England. From confirming roles, duty holders and accountability across the light steel supply chain, to establishing and maintaining the Golden Thread of information – the Building Safety Checklist helps project teams understand what must be submitted and how information will be managed and handed over.
Commitment to Safety
“Building safety is a fundamental principle that underpins everything we do at the LSFA. It shapes our standards, informs our guidance and drives continuous improvement across the light steel sector,” said Ben Towe, Chair of the Light Steel Frame Association.
“LSFA members are united in a commitment to deliver buildings that are not only high-performing, efficient and sustainable, but also uncompromisingly safe.
“The Building Safety Checklist is intended to support construction professionals in navigating this changing safety landscape. It aims to help all stakeholders make informed decisions, manage risks effectively and uphold the highest standards of safety and quality in the delivery of light steel frame buildings.
“Ultimately, building safety is a shared responsibility. Through collective commitment and adherence to best practice, we can ensure that the buildings we create today remain safe, durable and fit for purpose for generations to come.”
Light Steel Frame Association
The LSFA is dedicated to promoting the use of light steel frame construction through industry collaboration, innovation and the sharing of best practice principles. Committed to building safety, the LSFA champions rigorous quality standards, compliance with regulations and the adoption of advanced light steel frame technologies to ensure durable, fire-resistant and structurally robust construction solutions.
As part of this commitment, the LSFA encourages construction professionals to take a proactive approach to safety by downloading the free Building Safety Checklist – a practical tool designed to support informed decision-making and reinforce best practice at every stage of a project.
To get your copy of the Building Safety Act Checklist – please click HERE