Construction Design Management

The Construction (Design Management) Regulations - CDM, apply to virtually all construction projects, although there are some exceptions, and focuses on the management of health and safety on site. 

Contained therein are specific duties and responsibilities for the client, the designer, the planning supervisor (co-ordinator), the principal contractor, contractors and the self employed. 

There is a specific requirement for assessing the competency and skills of all the parties involved. Health and safety plans are developed up front (pre-tender) where these progressively evolve into working live documents throughout the course of the project. Risk Assessment and Method statements (safe systems of work) are of paramount importance, whilst a Health and Safety File is handed to the client on project completion and is a safety blue print from cradle to grave. 

The project must be notified to the Local Authority. 

Caution: This statement gives basic information on health and safety. Please contact the Advice Line for specific advice. Contact Us.