Course content

The Law

• The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations
• The CDM Regulations and Approved Codes of Practice structure
• Legal background – the requirements of the Regulations and association to the other pieces of Legislation

Understanding the Duties for the Key Roles in Construction

• The Client
• CDM Co-ordinator
• The Designer
• Principal Contractor
• Contractors

Specific Requirements to Ensure Compliance

• CDM documentation
• Pre-construction information
• Customer / Client considerations and management requirements
• Environmental restrictions and existing on-site risks
• Significant design and construction hazards
• Health and safety file
• Construction phase plan
• Arrangements for controlling significant site risks
• CSCS cards
• Risk assessments, method statements and permits to work
• Health and safety questionnaires
• Auditing