Building Control Convergence

FAQs: How will the convergence of SOCOTEC,
Shore & Quadrant Building Control affect new and existing projects?

Fri 11/08/2024 - 17:05
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Convergence to SOCOTEC Building Control, Shore and Quadrant Building Control, is almost upon us and we recognise that this can result in some uncertainty around how your existing projects will be affected, as well as any new projects that you would like to appoint us on in the next few months.

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How will convergence affect new and existing projects?

Below you will find a collection of questions and answers that we hope will help ease any concerns, as you journey with us to the next chapter. Should you still have questions, please reach out to one of the team and we will do our best to assist.

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How will the transition impact compliance with current Building Regulations? Will there be any changes?

No, the responsibility for confirming compliance with Building Regulations remains with the Dutyholder.

If works haven't commenced on-site, will new initial Notices be served in SOCOTEC's name?

No, we will continue with the Notice as originally issued unless we are instructed otherwise by the Client.

Will there be any differences in how site inspections are conducted post- convergence?

No these will be carried out in the same way.

Will information I receive for existing projects still be branded as Shore / Quadrant?

Yes, existing projects instructed before 1 January 2025 will remain under the Shore/ Quadrant Licence, however, emails may come from a SOCOTEC account.

Will there be any changes in how invoices are issued or payments are made?

No, any invoices raised for Shore/Quadrant
or SOCOTEC will be issued in the normal way and any payments should be made as directed on the invoice received.

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