Frequently Asked Questions

Cascade Risk is built with ease of use, consistency, scalability and real-world building safety management needs in mind. While both platforms digitise safety case management, Cascade Risk offers: ✅ A user-friendly, intuitive interface; no steep learning curve, workarounds or technical expertise required. ✅ Seamless integration with existing compliance systems; pull in reports, risk assessments and documentation without manual data entry. ✅ Automated alerts and real-time updates; ensure safety cases stay live and up to date without last-minute panic. ✅ Comprehensive reporting tools; generate Safety Case Reports (SCRs) instantly, structured to comply with the BSR assessment criteria. With Cascade Risk, you’re not just digitising your safety case, you’re actively reducing risk, improving efficiency and ensuring full regulatory compliance.

Cascade Risk is designed to streamline compliance by ensuring your Building Safety Case meets all regulatory requirements under the Building Safety Act 2022. It helps you: ✔ Identify and assess risks; fire spread, structural failure, and other safety concerns. ✔ Document control measures and safety systems; proving that all reasonable steps have been taken. ✔ Generate and maintain a compliant Safety Case Report (SCR), ready for submission to the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) when requested. ✔ Track and update safety data in real-time, keeping your case live throughout the building’s lifecycle. With automated workflows and structured data storage, Cascade Risk makes compliance simple, stress-free and audit-ready.

Cascade Risk is a digital safety case application designed to help Principal Accountable Persons (PAPs), property managers and housing providers efficiently create, manage and maintain their Building Safety Case and Safety Case Report (SCR). It simplifies compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022 by centralising risk assessments, control measures, maintenance records and resident engagement plans in a structured, digital format. Unlike traditional manual processes, Cascade Risk ensures your Safety Case remains live and continuously updated, keeping you fully prepared for Building Safety Regulator (BSR) requests at any time.

Cascade Risk is designed for anyone responsible for building risk safety management under the Building Safety Act 2022, including: 🏢 Principal Accountable Persons (PAPs) – Ensuring full compliance across higher-risk buildings. 🏠 Housing associations and local councils – Managing safety cases across multiple properties with ease. 🏗 Build-to-Rent (BTR) operators & property managers – Keeping digital records of safety and risk management actions. 🛠 Building safety consultants – Expanding you ability to produce multiple safety cases and provide an ongoing managed service without necessarily expanding your workforce. If you manage higher-risk buildings (HRBs) and need a faster, smarter and more efficient way to handle safety case compliance, Cascade Risk is your solution.

Yes! Cascade Risk seamlessly integrates with existing fire risk assessment software, property management platforms, maintenance tracking systems and compliance databases. This means: 🔹 No duplication of effort: Automatically sync data rather than re-entering information manually. 🔹 One central source of truth: Store all safety case documents, reports and updates in a single, accessible location. 🔹 Automated reminders and compliance tracking: Never miss an important update, risk assessment or regulatory deadline. Unlike standalone systems that require tedious manual input, Cascade Risk works with your existing workflow, making safety case management fast, efficient and frustration-free.

A Safety Case Report (SCR) is a formal document summarising your building’s Safety Case. It explains the key risks, how they are being managed and why the building is considered safe. From April 2024, the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) can request your SCR at any time and you must submit it within 28 days. Failing to do so could result in fines or legal action.

Failure to submit an SCR within 28 days of a request could result in: Fines and regulatory action, including enforcement notices or intervention by the Building Safety Regulator (BSR). Legal consequences; under the Building Safety Act 2022, non-compliance is considered a criminal offence for the Principal Accountable Person (PAP).

There is no single deadline for submitting a safety case report, however the regulation that demands all HRBs to have a safety case in place came into force on 1 April 2024. The Building Safety Regulator (BSR) will request SCRs in phases, prioritising higher-risk buildings first from that date. When your building is called for review, you will have 28 days to submit the report.

A Building Safety Case is a live, evolving record that demonstrates how a higher-risk building is managed to prevent the spread of fire and structural failure. It shows that all reasonable steps have been taken to identify, assess and manage these risks. The Safety Case must be maintained throughout the life of the building, regularly updated as risks change, maintenance occurs or new safety measures are introduced. The author of the Safety Case must put the Principal Accountable Person (PAP) in a position where they can make an informed decision about the risks they own, ensuring compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022. A well-maintained Safety Case is essential for producing a Safety Case Report (SCR) when requested by the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) and proves ongoing commitment to resident safety.

A comprehensive SCR should include: Building description – Height, structure, materials and key systems. Major hazard identification – Fire risks, structural risks. Risk assessments & control measures – How hazards are identified and risks are mitigated. Safety management system – Inspections, maintenance, compliance procedures. Emergency plans – Evacuation routes, fire safety strategies, alarm systems. Resident engagement strategy – How residents are informed about safety. Ongoing improvements – Any remediation work or safety upgrades in progress. This link gives more details about the BSR's expectations. https://www.cascade-risk.com/_files/ugd/1ebed5_3f9af5dde3d442b89d13443a244de326.pdf

✅ Identify the hazards in your building ✅Demonstrate that you understand the associated risks and that you have taken all reasonable steps to mitigate those risks. ✅Provide accurate and up to date evidence to support your claims about the safety of the building. ✅ Involve competent professionals; Fire engineers, structural experts and safety specialists can assist in writing an effective SCR. ✅ Use digital tools; Cascade digital safety case will ensure consistency, accuracy and up to date risk management.

A Safety Case Report is required for Higher-Risk Buildings (HRBs) in England and Wales. These are: Residential buildings that are 18 meters or higher OR at least 7 storeys Buildings with at least 2 residential units Some specialist buildings, such as student accommodations or care homes, may also qualify. If you own or manage a high-rise residential building, you must comply with the Building Safety Act 2022 and be prepared to submit an SCR.

The Principal Accountable Person (PAP)—usually the building owner, landlord or housing provider is legally responsible for ensuring an SCR is prepared and maintained. However, in practice, PAPs often appoint Building Safety Managers, Fire Engineers or external consultants to assist with compiling the report. The report must be compiled by a team of competent individuals with knowledge of fire safety, structural safety, safety management systems and risk management principles,