The Building Safety Act introduced the BSM as the person responsible for day-to-day building safety management in higher-risk buildings.
Maintains the safety case, manages the golden thread, coordinates safety maintenance, manages resident engagement and reports to the accountable person.
Skills in fire safety, structural safety, building services, maintenance management and regulatory requirements. Must assess risk, manage contractors and maintain records.
The accountable person retains legal responsibility. The BSM acts on their behalf. The relationship should be defined in a written appointment with clear authority and reporting.
Incomplete building information, unclear accountability, insufficient resources and the need to coordinate multiple specialists.
The Act requires building safety management, meaning BSM-level competence. The specific title is not mandated but the function must be fulfilled.
If they have required competencies. Many may need specialist individuals.
No single mandatory qualification. Must demonstrate competence in building safety and regulatory compliance.
Manages the engagement strategy, responds to queries and ensures consultation as required.