Building Regulations for Temporary Buildings

Building Regulations for Temporary Buildings is one of the most often asked questions on this subject, along with Planning Permission.

In essence, however, it's a fairly straightforward issue, and it all boils down to a building's structural safety, integrity, and strength, particularly in relation to snow and wind loadings.

Why is it crucial to have the strongest and most structurally sound building possible if your company plans to deploy temporary structures? How do you know what building codes the building should adhere to?

Building Regulations and Codes

In relation to the Building Regulations for temporary building structural integrity and strength of the frame, it should be engineered to and be compliant with BS6399, BS590 and BS8118 or In relation to the Building Regulations for temporary building structural integrity and strength of the frame, it should be engineered to and be compliant with BS6399, BS590 and BS8118 or EURO CODE BS EN 1991,1993 & 1999. BS6399 in relation to loadings is one of the primary requirements when it comes to safety. And in summary it means the structure will be able to withstand the maximum snow and wind loadings in the UK.

Do all Temporary Buildings comply?

Most reliable vendors won't offer structures that don't adhere to this code. But be wary of elements like goods available for hire and marquee frames.

A clear-span aluminium marquee's frame initially resembles that of a temporary structure. It's not. The profile is significantly lighter and smaller in size, making it neither practical nor safe for long-term use. It won't even come close to complying with BS6399.

It might also be risky to hire temporary structures from Hire Stock. These are frequently mismatched parts and fittings attached to an ancient frame that may have been in use for many years, raising severe concerns about the stability of the structure.

There is a case can be made for never using a building from Hire Stock because it is frequently impossible to determine its age, whether you are renting or purchasing it. To fully comply, only utilise a new structure.

How to ensure your Temporary Building will comply

Purchase of a brand-new factory-direct building designed for your site and project is one of the greatest options.

We will go one step further and design a temporary structure that not only complies with the general requirements of BS6399 Building Regulations but also with the structural calculations unique to the location. This is especially important for coastal areas and high-altitude sites.

Why it’s important to comply

Safety is a given. Quality, longevity, sustainable business success, and so forth follow from that. Complete compliance will also receive your local building control's approval and avoid any potential problems with having to take the construction down and remove it.

But it's amazing how many companies and suppliers are willing to scrimp and save money. However, if the worst happened, the short-term cost savings from purchasing an illegal, fundamentally "weak" construction could be lost 100 times over. A firm that is deemed negligible may fail due to mishaps on the job site or even fatalities. The list continues with lead times that are too long, damaged or lost product, and client loyalty.

Safety is a given. Quality, longevity, sustainable business success, and so forth follow from that. Complete compliance will also receive your local building control's approval and avoid any potential problems with having to take the construction down and remove it.

But it's amazing how many companies and suppliers are willing to scrimp and save money. However, if the worst happened, the short-term cost savings from purchasing an illegal, fundamentally "weak" construction could be lost 100 times over. A firm that is deemed negligible may fail due to mishaps on the job site or even fatalities. The list continues with lead times that are too long, damaged or lost product, and client loyalty.