APS principal designer building regulations register

[edit] Elevating industry competence and compliance with the association for project safety principal designer building regulations register

The Association for Project Safety (APS) is proud to announce the launch of its Principal Designer Building Regulations (PDBR) Register. This significant initiative is designed to enable practitioners to formally demonstrate their competence in fulfilling the newly established dutyholder role under the Amended Building Regulations England, in line with PAS 8671.

With the introduction of the PDBR Register, APS is setting a new benchmark for professional standards within the industry. The register will serve as a definitive resource for identifying qualified Principal Designers, ensuring that they meet the rigorous standards required to uphold the safety, compliance, and integrity of construction projects.

[edit] Key Benefits of the APS PDBR Register

• Demonstrated Competence: Practitioners listed on the PDBR Register have undergone stringent assessment processes, confirming their capability to perform the Principal Designer role as mandated by the updated Building Regulations.
• Client Assurance: By employing professionals from the APS PDBR Register, clients can confidently demonstrate adherence to their legal obligations, ensuring that they are in compliance with the amended regulations.
• Enhanced Safety and Compliance: The register supports the overarching goal of the amended Building Regulations and PAS 8671, which is to enhance safety and compliance within the construction sector, ultimately contributing to the welfare of the public and the quality of the built environment.

The establishment of the PDBR Register underscores APS’s commitment to advancing professional standards and safeguarding public interests. As the regulatory landscape evolves, the association remains dedicated to providing robust frameworks and support systems that empower industry professionals to excel in their roles.

Mark Snelling, APS President said: “The launch of the Principal Designer Building Regulations Register is a pivotal step towards reinforcing the competence and accountability of professionals within our industry. It not only provides a reliable means for practitioners to validate their skills but also offers clients peace of mind in meeting their statutory duties.”

The APS PDBR Register is now open for applications, providing an essential tool for both practitioners and clients. For more information on how to become listed or to find a qualified Principal Designer, please visit the APS website at https://www.aps.org.uk/about/aps-pdbr-register

APS have also released a Q and A document about the register which can be accessed here.

[edit] About APS

The Association for Project Safety [APS] is the professional body dedicated to eliminating deaths, reducing injury and tackling ill-health associated with the built environment. APS aims to improve, and promote excellence in, professional practice in design and construction health and safety risk management, helping everyone manage risk and implement building regulations effectively and proportionately.

The association contributes to the national debate on building and infrastructure safety, regulation and legislation, providing training, education and support and member networking opportunities. APS works with other bodies and partners to improve – through good design and throughout the life-cycle of projects and buildings – health and safety for everyone involved in construction and use.

This article was issued via Press Release as 'APS PDBR Register Launch', dated June 3, 2024.

[edit] Related articles on Designing Buildings

• 2022 changes to fire safety guidance and building regulations.
• AT Building Safety Hub.
• BS 8414 Fire performance of external cladding systems.
• BS 9991:2015 Fire safety in the design, management and use of residential buildings. Code of practice.
• BS 9999: Code of practice for fire safety in the design, management and use of buildings.
• Building a safer future: an implementation plan.
• Building Safety Act.
• Building Safety Charter.
• Building Safety Fund.
• Building safety in Wales.
• Building Safety Regulator.
• CIAT publishes Principal Designer Competency Framework.
• Competence.
• Fire performance of external thermal insulation for walls of multistorey buildings, third edition (BR 135).
• Fire Safety Act.
• Golden thread guidance to be published by BSA.
• ‎Government response to the Building a Safer Future consultation.
• Grenfell Tower fire.
• Hackitt review of the building regulations and fire safety, final report.
• HPL cladding.
• Independent review of the building regulations and fire safety.
• Independent review of the construction products testing regime.
• Joint Competent Authority.
• Non-ACM cladding.
• Principal Designer.
• Principal Contractor.
• Raising the bar.
• Reform of building safety standards.
• Setting the bar.
• The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.