RIBA Health and Safety Guide, 2nd Edition
RIBA Health and Safety Guide is a professional reference for architects preparing for the RIBA health and safety test and managing safety duties in practice. Its second edition covers site safety, hazards and design risk management, with updated discussion of the Building Safety Act and Regulations alongside the CDM regime.
At a glance
- Written for architects and other practitioners dealing with construction health and safety responsibilities.
- Covers site safety, hazards and design risk management, with a focus on professional and legal duties.
- The second edition adds a chapter on duties under the Act and Regulations, with practical examples for designers and lead designers.
Reference price: £29.00
Price checked: 14 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Connects health and safety topics with architects' professional duties and preparation for the RIBA test.
- Addresses the relationship between the Building Safety Act and Regulations and the existing CDM regime.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | RIBA Publishing |
|---|---|
| Edition | 2nd |
| Publication date | 1 Dec. 2023 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 264 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1915722012 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1915722010 |
| Weight listed | 590 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 17.78 x 2.54 x 21.59 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Architects preparing for the RIBA health and safety test.
- Practitioners seeking a reference on site safety, hazards and design risk management.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a general introduction to health and safety unrelated to architecture or construction.
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Aggregate ratings lean positive, with most ratings in the five-star category and some four-star ratings. This suggests generally favourable reader responses, but without review comments it is not possible to identify praised topics or specific concerns. Buyers should judge the guide by its stated focus on architects, CDM duties and design risk management.
Frequently asked questions
What topics does the guide cover?
The listing describes coverage of site safety, hazards and design risk management, alongside architects' professional and legal duties.
What is new in the second edition?
The listing says it updates discussion of design risk management and the Act and Regulations, and adds a chapter on related duties with practical designer examples.
Is it intended to help with the RIBA health and safety test?
Yes. The listing says the guide is designed to prepare architects for the test and improve their understanding of relevant health and safety issues.
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