Guide · Updated 2026-10-02
Building Safety Act: What Training Records to Keep
Under the Building Safety Act regime, organisations working on higher-risk buildings need to show competence arrangements and supporting evidence. A training matrix is a practical way to keep named qualifications and expiries organised — not a substitute for the full competence and golden-thread duties.
Quick answer
Keep named records of the training and qualifications you assign to people working on relevant projects, with dates and files. Align the grid with your competence procedures and appointment records. Exact statutory duties depend on your role — this is operational organisation, not a full BSA compliance manual.
Useful records on the matrix
- Role-based health and safety and technical training you require
- Cards and tickets needed for site access on the projects you attend
- Induction and briefing evidence where your process demands it
- Clear ownership of who updates each row
Competence versus expiry tracking
Expiry tracking proves dates. Competence also covers experience, behaviour and organisational capability. Do not treat a green matrix cell as automatic Building Safety Act clearance.
Honest limits
FieldClear helps organise assigned training evidence. It does not interpret the Building Safety Act, manage the golden thread, or certify duty-holder competence. Seek competent legal and fire-safety advice for your projects. Not legal advice.
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