The NFRC Competent Person Scheme (NFRC CPS) welcomes the publication of the Building Safety Regulator's guidance on the Mandatory Technical Competencies (MTCs), which are a vital step towards improving competence, consistency, and trust across the roofing industry.
The MTCs formally set out the skills, knowledge, experience and behaviours required for individuals working under Competent Person Schemes and will help bring greater clarity and assurance for clients, employers and homeowners.
Tanya Cooper, Managing Director of NFRC CPS, said:
“Moving from minimum technical competencies to mandatory competencies is more than a policy change, it reflects the new reality for our sector. In a post-Building Safety Act environment, competence is no longer optional, it’s essential.”
Procurement is increasingly shifting towards quality-led decision-making, with proof of competency a key factor. MTCs will become a cornerstone for shaping competency frameworks in roofing, not only within Competent Person Schemes, but across the wider built environment.
Tanya Cooper added:
“Clients and employers need confidence that roofing work is being carried out by people who meet consistent, robust standards. The introduction of these MTCs helps strengthen that assurance and supports the sector’s drive for better quality and performance.”
NFRC CPS currently accredits more than 600 businesses, all of which are stringently inspected to ensure they meet the required standards and comply with Building Regulations within their recognised disciplines.
Following the publication of the guidance, NFRC CPS will now work closely with the Building Safety Regulator and key stakeholders to review the requirements in detail and implement the Mandatory Technical Competencies across the Competent Person Scheme. This will include supporting registered contractors through the transition, updating assessment processes where required, and ensuring competency requirements remain aligned with the evolving regulatory landscape.
For more information on Mandatory Technical Competencies, visit our Compliance and Competency Hub.
