Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Qualitas Compliance Fire Safety and Building Regulation Consultancy ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Wales' New Building Safety Regime: What changes on 1 July 2026?](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/5501-2/) - On 1 July 2026, new building safety & control regulations come into force in Wales, introducing duty holder roles, competence requirements & enhanced oversight. - [Meet The Directors](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/meet-the-directors/) - Andy Clark, Operations DirectorAndy has worked in the private and public Building Control sectors for almost 40 years. He has a wealth of experience in plan checking and site inspections across a broad cross-section of residential and commercial schemes. His knowledge of Building Regulation law, associated legislation and guidance documents is second to none. Alongside - [A Day in the Life of a Principal Building Regulations Consultant](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-principal-building-regulations-consultant/) - At Qualitas Compliance, our consultants bring deep technical expertise and a commitment to supporting clients through every stage of the building compliance process, but what does a typical day actually look like for one of our Principal Building Regulations Consultants? We asked Andy Alford to share a behind-the-scenes look at a day in his life - [Approved Document B 2025: Key Changes and their Impact on Compliance](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/approved-document-b-2025-key-changes-and-their-impact-on-compliance/) - Approved Document B plays a central role in England’s fire safety and building regulation framework. It provides practical guidance to ensure buildings are designed and constructed to minimise the risk of fire and facilitate safe evacuation. With the introduction of new 2025 amendments, the document continues to evolve, aligning more closely with the Building Safety - [Ensure Success in Your Building Safety Applications](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/ensure-success-in-your-building-safety-applications/) - When submitting an application to the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) or a Registered Building Control Approver (RBCA), it's crucial to ensure your application is complete, clear, and compliant. Incomplete or unclear applications can lead to delays—or even rejection. To help you submit high-quality applications, the BSR has published a new FAQ Explainer with top tips: - [New Guidance Issued for Registered Building Inspectors by Industry Competence Committee](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/new-guidance-issued-for-registered-building-inspectors-by-industry-competence-committee/) - A new guidance note has been released by the Industry Competence Committee (ICC), a statutory body associated with the GB Health and Safety Executive, aimed at supporting Registered Building Inspectors (RBIs) in adhering to the Regulator’s Code while advising on compliance. The guidance provides crucial suggestions on how RBIs can frame their building control advice - [Get to know our Principal Fire Consultant, Tony Lloyd​](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/get-to-know-our-principal-fire-consultant-tony-lloyd/) - Get to know our Principal Fire Consultant, Tony Lloyd Can you tell us about your job experience, have you always been in the Fire Safety and Building Regulation service, if not how did you get into it?I originally entered the construction industry as a Carpenter Joiner some 35yrs ago. I enjoyed studying for my trade - [Meet our Principal Building Regulation Consultant: Andy Clark](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/meet-our-principal-building-regulation-consultant-andy-clark/) - Andy is the lead consultant for our Building Regulation Consultancy service. As a Chartered Building Control professional he is a member of the RICS and will be a registered Building Inspector in April 2024.Andy has worked in the public and private sector Building Control systems for 37 years. He has a wealth of technical knowledge - [Changes to the Building Regulations 2023](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/changes-to-the-building-regulations-2023/) - Important information for clients, designers and contractors On October 1st, 2023 important changes to the Building Regulations came into force. These updates are designed to enhance safety, sustainability, and efficiency in construction projects across the UK. Background and what has changed The Government published amendments to the Building Regulations, which now apply to all Building - [What do the New 2023 Building Regulations Mean for Building Developers?](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/what-do-the-new-2023-building-regulations-mean-for-building-developers/) - Making sure you stay up to date with the latest regulations on building development is important to ensure that your projects are fully compliant with government regulations. This leads to more sustainable buildings, better living conditions and all-round improvements to the buildings you design and make. The expert team at Qualitas Compliance are here to - [Who is Responsible for Building Regulations in the UK?](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/who-is-responsible-for-building-regulations-in-the-uk/) - Making sure your building meets regulations is imperative. Not only does this ensure you meet all legal requirements, but it also keeps the safety and standards of your projects and buildings kept at a high level. In this article we’ll discuss what building regulations in the UK cover, who the regulatory bodies are, and what - [The Building Safety Act 2022 and Associated Legislation 2023](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/the-building-safety-act-2022-and-associated-legislation-2023/) - Introduction Following the Grenfell disaster on 14 June 2017 and resultant Hackitt Review, Government has put in place legislation that changes the building safety regulatory landscape for tall residential occupancy type buildings. Following the enactment of The Building Safety Act 2022 on 28 April 2022, secondary associated legislation was made and laid before Parliament in ## Pages - [Home](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/) - UK wide Fire Safety and Building Regulation Consultancy. We offer services to assist our clients in meeting Fire Safety and Building Regulation obligations. - [Contact](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/contactus/) - To contact us about Building Regulation services, please use the information below to either call us, write to us, or, complete the simple online form. - [Our People](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/our-people/) - Meet the experienced team behind Qualitas Compliance. Dedicated professionals delivering high-quality building control and compliance services across the UK. - [Meet Paul](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/meet-paul/) - Meet Paul, Paul is a RIBA Chartered Architect with over 20 years’ experience delivering commercial, retail, residential, hospitality, and high-risk building projects. Having qualified as an architect at Leeds Beckett University, he progressed from Architectural Technician to Associate Director, leading multidisciplinary teams from concept through construction. Paul has a strong interest in Building Regulations and - [Meet Daniel](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/meet-daniel/) - Meet Daniel, Daniel is a Principal Building Regulation Consultant with 10 years’ experience in the industry largely across building control and building regulation consultancy. He holds a BSc (Hons) in Building Surveying, MCABE, AIFireE, and is a 3G and H Specialist Building Inspector.Daniel has worked in the construction industry since 2016, initially joining building control as - [Training (Feb 2025) DRAFT #2](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/training-draft-2/) - BEnefits Professional development Improved competency Practical insights Specialist Support for Safer Buildings training and education We deliver workshop sessions that are tailored to your specific needs, role requirements, and long-term career goals, ensuring the training you receive is relevant, practical, and directly applicable to your day-to-day responsibilities within the built environment. Each session is designed - [Site Inspection Verification Services (Feb 2025) DRAFT](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/site-inspection-verification-services-services-draft-3-2/) - BEnefits Compliance confidence Early issue detection Progress tracking Specialist Support for Safer Buildings Site Inspection and Verification Ensure your project meets design and safety standards with Qualitas Compliance Ltd’s Site Inspection and Verification service, providing expert site checks, progress reporting, and compliance oversight. Compliance Safety reliability protection Our service includes: INSPECTION REGIME We will agree - [Building Regulations Consultancy Services (Feb 2025) DRAFT](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/building-regulations-consultancy-services-draft-3/) - BEnefits Address compliance early Smoother process Minimise risk Specialist Support for Safer Buildings Building Regulation Consultancy We assist all duty holders in meeting their responsibilities under the new Building Regulations legislation. Under the new regime Building Control bodies are not permitted to provide design advice to duty holders. Where previously you might have received assessments and - [Home #2 (Feb 2026)](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/home-2/) - Fire safety & building regulation compliance consultancy Request a Consultation ABOUT USOur UK wide consultancy supports clients in meeting statutory fire safety and building regulation requirements while reducing design and programme risk. We work alongside clients and design teams to develop proposals through planning, ready for submission to Building Control and Fire Authorities. check out - [Contact us (Feb 2026)](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/contact-us-feb-2026/) - get in touch info@qualitascompliance Unit 5, Old Building Yard, Cortworth Lane, Wentworth, Rotherham, S62 7SB CONTACT US Name *Email Address *Phone Number *Message *0 / 180Submit - [Training and Education](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/trainingandeducation/) - Training and Education We offer workshop sessions tailored to your specific needs and career goals, ensuring that you’re always equipped with the latest knowledge and skills for your professional journey. Be the first to know about our upcoming CPD’s: REGISTER YOUR INTEREST It was hugely useful and very informative. I will be recommending more of - [Why Join us (Feb 2026)](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/why-join-us-feb-2026/) - Join our team Explore career opportunities Having a team of highly motivated individuals is crucial to the success of our business and we believe in the value that each person brings to our company. As an equal opportunities employer, we offer our staff a wide range of benefits which include: + Competitive salaries + CPD - [Careers (Feb 2026) draft](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/careers-feb-2026-draft/) - Interested in a career at Qualitas Compliance? If you’re seeking a rewarding careers in the field of construction compliance, apply for one of our roles today. Principal Building Regulation Consultant Click here to apply. Principal Fire Safety Consultant Click here to apply. - [Principal Fire Safety Role (draft) #2](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/principal-fire-safet-role-draft/) - We are recruiting Principal Fire Safety Consultant Location: Remote or one of ICA Group’s Regional Offices (This may be an informal hybrid arrangement depending on individual preferences.) About the role Due to success and growth following launch of the Qualitas Compliance, an exciting opportunity has arisen to join the business as a Senior or Principal Fire Consultant. Although we plan to publish this opportunity - [Principal Fire Safety Consultant](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/principal-fire-safety-consultant/) - We are recruiting: Principal Fire Safety Consultant Location: Remote or one of ICA Group’s Regional Offices (This may be an informal hybrid arrangement depending on individual preferences.) About the roleDue to success and growth following launch of the Qualitas Compliance, an exciting opportunity has arisen to join the business as a Senior or Principal Fire We are recruiting Principal Fire Safety Consultant due to success and growth following launch of the Qualitas Compliance. - [Principal Building Regs Role (draft)](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/principal-building-regs-role-draft/) - We are recruiting Principal Building Regulation Consultant Location: Remote or one of ICA Group’s Regional Offices (This may be an informal hybrid arrangement depending on individual preferences.) About the role Qualitas Compliance is a rapidly growing Building Regulations Compliance Consultancy business and we’re looking for a Principal Building Regulation Consultant to join our team.We offer a - [Acquisition Technical Due Diligence (Feb 2025) DRAFT](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/acquisition-technical-due-diligence-draft/) - BEnefits Address compliance early Smoother process Minimise risk Specialist Support for Safer Buildings Acquisition Technical Due Diligence This service is designed to assist developers in measuring statutory compliance risk when considering the acquisition of development schemes, often with planning permission in place. Our technical due diligence service includes: Compliance safeguarding assurance Scope INITIAL INFORMATION APPRAISAL - [Fire Safety Consultancy Services (Feb 2025) DRAFT](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/fire-safety-consultancy-services-draft/) - BEnefits Early risk detection Expert design guidance Lower project risk Specialist Support for Safer Buildings Fire Safety Consultancy At Qualitas Compliance, our Fire Consultancy services are structured to align with the stages of the RIBA Plan of Work.The objective is to inform the design and de-risk fire safety compliance as early as possible in the - [Our People draft (feb 2026)](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/our-people-draft/) - Our Team of Specialists Andy Clark Operations Director (MRICS) Andrew Bullen Technical Director (C.Build.E, FCABE, AlFireE, IEng) David Allen Technical Director (MCABE, AssocRICS) Tony Lloyd Principal Fire Consultant (BSc (Hons) C.Build E MCABE) Mark Davis Principal Building Regulation Consultant (C.Build.E, MCABE, MIFireE, IEng) Andy Alford Principal Building Regulation Consultant (MSc, MCABE) Jacqui Jenkins Principal Building - [News (Feb 2026) draft](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/news-feb-2026-draft/) - News Wales’ New Building Safety Regime: What changes on 1 July 2026? Wales’ New Building Safety Regime: What changes on 1 July 2026? On 1 July 2026, significant changes to building safety and building control regulations will come into force in Wales, introducing new duty holder responsibilities for all buildings irrespective of height, competence requirements - [Home #3 (Mar 2026)](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/home-3-mar-2026/) - Trusted Fire Safety & Building Regulation Consultancy Get Expert Guidance OUR CONSULTANCYOur consultancy offers a range of professional services to assist our clients in meeting their statutory Fire Safety and Building Regulation obligations and reduce design and programme risk. Our service is tailored to integrate with clients & design teams to develop project proposals through - [FAQ's draft (feb 2026) #2](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/our-faqs-2/) - FAQ's Latest Updates What is the latest change for Fire door certification? New legislation for Fire doors referencing the European standard EN13501 will come into force in March 2025 with full enforcement in September 2029, so there is a transition period for the industry. A test certificate for the doors confirming they have been tested - [Fire Safety Consultancy](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/fire-safety-consultant/) - Fire Consultancy services are structured to align with the stages of the RIBA Plan of Work. The aim is to inform the design & de-risk fire safety compliance. - [Fire Safety Consultancy Old](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/fire-safety-consultant-old/) - Fire Safety Consultancy Our consultancy service includes: INITIAL DRAWING REVIEW We will carry out a desktop review of initial design information. INITIAL STAGE REPORT Following our initial drawing review, we will formulate and issue an initial stage report setting out our observations and associated drawing mark-ups in relation to compliance with Building Regulations parts B1-B5.We - [FAQ's](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/faqs/) - Explore our FAQ's to common questions about building regulations, compliance standards, and processes in the UK construction industry. - [Meet Jacqui](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/meet-jacqui/) - Meet Jacqui, “I’m a Class 2F Registered Building Inspector with 24 years’ experience in building control, in both the private and public sector. I worked for 14 years for Lewes District Council local authority building control and nearly 10 years at an Approved Inspector / Registered Building Control Approver, Total Building Control Ltd.I’ve undertaken site - [posts](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/posts/) - We’re pleased to introduce Paul Hansell, our Assoc From 1 October 2026, the Building Safety Levy will Ready for your next career move in the constructio Stay ahead with Qualitas Compliance. Our tailored At Qualitas Compliance, we are committed to making Meet Andrew Bullen, Technical Director at Qualitas Please join us in welcoming our new - [Why Join Us?](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/why-join-us/) - Join our team improving building and fire safety Having a team of highly motivated individuals is crucial to the success of our business and we believe in the value that each person brings to our company.As an equal opportunities employer, we offer our staff a wide range of benefits which include: Competitive salaries Bonus opportunities - [Careers](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/careers/) - If you’re looking for rewarding careers in the field of construction compliance, apply for one of our roles today. - [Acquisition Technical Due Diligence](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/acquisition-technical-due-diligence/) - Expert Acquisition & Technical Due Diligence services. Supporting informed decisions on building purchases with clear, practical insights. - [Building Regulation Consultancy](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/building-regulation-consultancy/) - Discover how we can support construction and property professionals with expert advice and in-depth compliance services tailored to your project’s needs. - [Principal Building Regulation Consultant](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/principal-building-regulation-consultant/) - Join our team as a Principal Building Regulation Consultant and lead on delivering expert compliance services for diverse and challenging construction projects. - [Meet Andy Clark](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/meet-andy/) - Andy, a Chartered Building Control professional delivers expert Building Control & Building Regulations support for projects of all types & sizes. - [Meet Andrew Bullen](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/meet-andrew-bullen/) - Get to know Andrew Bullen’s 35+ years of expertise in Building Control and Building Regulations compliance, working across all building types. - [Contact Form](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/contact-form/) - Complete our contact form to speak to one of the team today about your building regulations or fire safety query. - [Meet Dave](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/meet-dave/) - Meet Dave, Dave is a Class 3 Registered Building Inspector and has worked in the private and public building control sectors for over 39 years, specialising in working on complex projects including MOD, Crown and Government buildings and mixed use.Dave works collaboratively with design and construction teams and local fire authorities in a diplomatic and - [Meet Andy Alford](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/meet-andy-alford/) - CONTACT US Meet Andy, Andy is a Building Surveyor with specialist expertise in Building Regulation compliance. He joins Qualitas Compliance from his role as a Senior Registered Building Inspector (RBI) for a London Borough. While much of Andy’s career has been within local authority, he has also worked in consultancy, supporting Registered Providers with projects - [Meet Mark](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/meet-mark/) - CONTACT US Meet Mark, Mark is a senior, qualified, and chartered building control surveyor with over 35 years of experience, specialising in a variety of building types and projects. With a career spanning local authorities and Approved Inspectors, he combines technical expertise with strong communication skills, diligence, and a customer-focused, commercially aware approach. Mark’s qualifications - [Meet Nigel Shires](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/meet-nigel-shires/) - Meet Nigel, Nigel is Technical Director to Qualitas Compliance Consultancy, he has a wealth of built environment experience.Having operated at senior level within the statutory compliance sector for 18 years, Nigel is passionate about working with design and construction teams in the de-risking of fire safety compliance matters and seeing high quality projects coming to - [Graduate Opportunity: Fire Consultancy](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/graduate-opportunity-fire-consultancy/) - Graduate Opportunity: Fire Consultancy Due to ongoing success, we are seeking a Graduate Fire Consultant to join our consultancy team in Barry, South Wales. About the roleTo promote close collaboration and ongoing training, applications are open to candidates able to work from our office base in Barry, South Wales. We are located centrally and within - [Meet Tony](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/meet-tony/) - Meet Tony, Tony is a chartered Building Engineer with over 35 years of experience in the construction industry. His expertise spans various sectors within the built environment, including providing Building Control services on projects of all sizes, with notable experience overseeing projects valued up to £1.2 billion.His diverse background includes roles as a Surveyor handling - [News](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/news/) - News Wales’ New Building Safety Regime: What changes on 1 July 2026? Wales’ New Building Safety Regime: What changes on 1 July 2026? On 1 July 2026, significant... Read More Meet The Directors Andy Clark, Operations Director Andy has worked in the private and public Building Control sectors... Read More A Day in the Life - [Site Inspection and Verification](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/site-inspection-and-verification/) - Our service includes: Site Inspection and Verification AGREEMENT OF INSPECTION REGIME We will agree the frequency of site inspections across RIBA Stages 5 and 6, programmed to allow us to view critical fire safety aspects of the construction. SITE INSPECTION We will carry out site inspections as per the agreed inspection regime. WITNESSING We will - [Quote Form](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/quote/) - Get a quote If you would like a quotation for our services please complete the form below: ## Categories - [Blog Posts](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/category/blog-posts/) - [Latest News](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/category/latestnews/) ## Tags - [Building Safety](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/tag/building-safety/) - [Blog](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/tag/blog/) - [News](https://www.qualitascompliance.com/tag/news/)