Outstanding actions do not automatically make a safety case inadequate.
The important issue is whether they are understood and appropriately managed.
Where further work or information is required, a good safety case should explain what the issue is; its significance to building safety risk; what action is planned; who is responsible; when it will be completed; and what interim measures are in place, where required.
If an identified recommendation is not being taken forward, the reasoning should also be explained and justified.
A safety case should present an honest picture of the building's current risk position, rather than implying that every issue has already been resolved.
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Find out moreRelated questions
- What is a live building safety case?
A live building safety case changes as the building, evidence and understanding of risk change.
- How often should a building safety case be reviewed?
A safety case should be kept under continuous review rather than updated only when the regulator requests it.
- What are the most common weaknesses in building safety case reports?
The most common weakness is treating the safety case as a compliance report rather than a risk management argument.
Building safety legislation, regulation and Building Safety Regulator guidance can change. This page is general information, not legal advice — always refer to current legislation and official guidance for your building.