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<p>Under the existing regulatory framework for construction products, there is no
obligation on 'economic operators' (manufacturers, importers and distributors) to
certify that a product is safe to be used in the construction of buildings.</p><p>It
is our intention to address this safety gap and make sure that all construction products
available on the UK market fall under a regulatory regime. The Building Safety Act
creates powers to make regulations to require products to be safe before they are
placed on the UK market. It will also bring the regulation of products identified
as being safety critical in line with arrangements for products that are covered by
the existing regulatory regime. These new regulations will be underpinned by a strengthened
market surveillance and enforcement regime.</p><p>All building works must comply with
the requirements of the Building Regulations 2010 not limited to, but including, safety
related performance requirements.</p>
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