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CCS acquires BSF

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Construction non-profit Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS) has completed the acquisition of the Building a Safer Future (BSF) programme.

Credit: Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS)

The programme was launched in response to the Grenfell disaster to create positive culture and behaviour change in building safety.

It aims to create a more robust regulatory framework and promote a culture of safety within the built environment and emphasise accountability, transparency, and the sharing of best practices.

CCS and BSF are both owned subsidiaries of Construction Umbrella Bodies, which is made up of the Construction Products Association and the Construction Industry Council.

The work of Building a Safer Future is underpinned by a Charter which consists of five commitments. 

In early 2020, CCS was appointed to take on responsibility for the management of the Charter. 

CCS then established Building a Safer Future Ltd with an independent governance structure, to lead and develop the Charter further.

Peter Caplehorn, non-executive director for Considerate Constructors, said: “The acquisition signals our continued commitment to improved safety and standards in the construction industry. 

“Having originally managed the Charter, CCS is the commonsense future home for the BSF business, staff and clients.

“While having different focal points, we share common goals around safety, collaboration and a culture of improvement.”

Graham Watts, non-executive director for Building a Safer Future, added: “We look forward to developing our relationship to support companies in their building safety journeys. 

“Our common purpose is key in helping organisations to meet their requirements, ensuring that risk profiles are reduced across the industry.

“As the only independent champion for change in the sector, CCS was really the only choice for us.”

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