Streamlining Compliance for High-Risk Residential Buildings: Certchain’s AI-Powered Approach

The construction and management of High-Risk Residential Buildings (HRRBs) have become increasingly complex with the introduction of the Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA2022). This regulation, along with the BS8670x framework, requires a thorough and ongoing verification of competency for all roles involved in the lifecycle of these projects.

For contractors and duty holders, meeting these requirements can be time-consuming and resource-intensive. Certchain offers a groundbreaking solution designed specifically to ease the compliance burden while maintaining a high standard of safety and accountability.

The Challenge of BSA2022 Compliance

The BSA2022 introduces stringent regulations to ensure the safety and integrity of HRRBs, requiring all involved parties to demonstrate the necessary skills, knowledge, experience, and behaviours for their roles. From clients appointing duty holders to contractors, each stage of a project must be carefully managed and documented to ensure compliance.

However, this task is often daunting due to the volume of data and documentation required for regulatory approval and ongoing monitoring. Traditionally, managing these requirements involves manual processes that can lead to delays and errors, jeopardising project timelines and safety standards. Certchain’s AI-powered platform simplifies this complexity, providing a more efficient path to compliance.

Certchain: The Full Lifecycle AI Compliance Platform

Certchain is the first platform of its kind, offering end-to-end compliance management tailored to the needs of BSA2022. Its core function is to ensure that all appointments within the HRRB lifecycle are competent to perform their roles, enabling a streamlined process from initial planning to final handover.

Key features of Certchain include:

• Competency Verification: Certchain continuously verifies that all duty holders, contractors, and workers meet the required competencies for their roles, ensuring compliance across each Gateway of the BSA2022 process.
• Golden Thread of Information: The platform maintains a complete, transparent record of regulatory compliance, known as the “golden thread,” which ensures that every action and decision is traceable and verifiable.
• AI-Powered Documentation: By automating the creation, monitoring, and delivery of compliance information, Certchain reduces tasks that typically take months to just minutes. This allows for faster approvals and a more streamlined regulatory process.

Simplifying the Process for HRRBs

A critical aspect of BSA2022 compliance involves navigating the three Gateways, which ensure that each phase of an HRRB project meets safety and regulatory standards. Certchain’s AI simplifies this process through automated tracking and verification of all documentation required for each Gateway:

1. Planning and Design Assessment: During the planning and design phases, Certchain’s AI assesses design risks and ensures that each product and material used aligns with regulatory and manufacturing standards. This reduces the risk of judicial reviews and maintains a digital record of each product from design through to handover.
2. Gateway 2-3 Compliance: Certchain’s AI generates, tracks, and verifies all regulatory processes, ensuring that each part of the approval process is completed accurately. This includes creating information exchanges and approvals, facilitating seamless communication between building control and regulators.
3. Handover and Safety Case Management: Certchain automates the creation and management of safety cases, ensuring that all safety information is kept up-to-date throughout the building’s lifecycle. This includes ongoing risk management and the ability to plan for major refurbishments.
4. Resident Engagement: Certchain facilitates ongoing communication and engagement with residents throughout the construction process, helping to manage risks and address concerns.

These tools are designed to create a “living passport” for each building, providing a comprehensive, non-fraudulent digital record of compliance from planning through to decommissioning.

Benefits Beyond the Regulation

One of the most significant benefits of adopting Certchain is its ability to drastically reduce the time and cost associated with compliance management. By automating verification, monitoring, and reporting processes, Certchain can help contractors save up to 70% on compliance costs. This reduction is achieved through:

• Digital Verification: Certchain’s AI handles the digital verification of all competencies and qualifications, eliminating the need for time-consuming manual checks.
• Scenario Planning: The platform’s AI can model different project scenarios, allowing contractors to understand the potential impact of changes in their workforce or supply chain on compliance requirements.
• Proactive Alerts: Certchain monitors expiring certifications and training, providing timely alerts to ensure that compliance is maintained without interruption.Building a Safer Future with Certchain

Our Promise to You

The construction industry is under increasing pressure to meet new safety standards while minimising costs and ensuring timely project delivery. Certchain offers a solution that not only addresses the immediate compliance needs of BSA2022 but also provides a foundation for long-term regulatory excellence. By automating compliance processes, Certchain helps contractors focus on what they do best—building safe, sustainable, and high-quality structures.

For contractors involved in HRRB projects, adopting Certchain means embracing a smarter, more efficient way to manage compliance. With Certchain’s AI-powered platform, you can ensure that every aspect of your project meets regulatory standards, while significantly reducing the time and resources required to achieve compliance.