Health & Safety
Compliance is not optional. And it's not our afterthought.
We treat health & safety and building compliance as a core part of every building we manage — not a bolt-on, not a checkbox. From day one, we create structure, visibility and accountability around every obligation your building carries.
Why this matters
The regulatory landscape has changed significantly
Following Grenfell, the Fire Safety Act 2021 and Building Safety Act 2022 introduced significant new obligations for everyone involved in the management of residential buildings. These are not administrative burdens — they exist because the consequences of getting it wrong are serious.
Many blocks are currently managed by agents who treat compliance as a back-office function. Certificates expire. Risk assessments gather dust. Gaps are not identified until something goes wrong.
We approach compliance differently. When we take on a building, the first thing we do is understand where you stand — what you have, what you are missing and what needs to happen next. That work is documented, tracked and reported to you regularly.
Are your fire risk assessments current?
FRAs must be reviewed regularly and after any significant building changes.
Are your H&S certificates up to date?
Electrical installation condition reports, gas safety, asbestos surveys — all carry expiry dates.
Is your PAP role correctly assigned?
Under the Building Safety Act, higher-risk buildings require a named Principal Accountable Person.
Are your emergency plans current and communicated?
Evacuation procedures must be documented and shared with residents.
Our approach
The compliance diary
When we take on any building, one of our first tasks is to build a comprehensive compliance diary. This is the foundation of everything else we do.
Initial audit
When we take on a building, our first task is to produce a complete compliance audit. We document every required report, certificate and assessment — and identify exactly what is missing or overdue.
Gap analysis
We produce a clear gap report that shows which compliance items are in place, which are overdue and which have never been addressed. Directors see the full picture, not a filtered version.
Action plan with budgets
Every gap gets a resolution plan with a realistic timescale and cost estimate. Where cashflow is constrained, we work with directors to prioritise and phase the work sensibly.
Ongoing tracking and reporting
The compliance diary is a live document. Expiry dates trigger reminders well in advance. Directors receive regular updates so that nothing gets missed.
Scope of responsibility
What we manage on your behalf
Principal Accountable Person (PAP)
We can act as PAP for high-risk buildings, taking legal responsibility for safety and compliance under the Building Safety Act 2022.
Safety Management System
We establish and maintain processes to identify, assess and control building safety risks across the full lifecycle of the building.
Records and Documentation
Complete, up-to-date logs of inspections, risk assessments, maintenance activities and all resident communications are maintained at all times.
Regulatory Compliance
Ongoing compliance with all applicable building safety regulations — including the Fire Safety Act 2021 and Building Safety Act 2022.
Regular Inspections
Scheduled safety and fire risk assessments are carried out and any issues addressed promptly — not filed away and forgotten.
Resident Communication
Clear guidance, transparent reporting channels and timely safety updates ensure residents are always informed.
Incident Reporting
Significant safety issues are reported to the Building Safety Regulator and a full incident log is maintained.
Emergency Planning
Emergency and evacuation plans are created, tested and communicated to all residents and relevant parties.
Key legislation
The regulatory framework we work within
Fire Safety Act 2021
Strengthened requirements for responsible persons in multi-occupancy residential buildings, including fire door and building structure assessments.
Building Safety Act 2022
Introduced the Principal Accountable Person role and created new obligations for higher-risk buildings. Significant increase in duties for building owners and managers.
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
Core legislation governing health and safety obligations for everyone involved in the management of buildings where people work or visit.
Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
Requires a responsible person to carry out a fire risk assessment and implement appropriate fire safety measures.
Enrolled with the British Safety Council. Unity Block Management is enrolled with the British Safety Council as part of our commitment to maintaining high standards of health and safety practice. Every required report, task and action is recorded, audited and signed off.
Not sure where your building stands on compliance?
Our free health check includes a review of your compliance position. We will identify gaps, assess risks and tell you exactly what needs to be done.
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