Construction (Design and Management) Regulations Awareness

This introductory course is designed to summarise the legal requirements laid out by the CDM regulations, demonstrate the importance of suitable resource and suitable implementation of safety management in construction projects, identify duty holder roles, key responsibilities, and preparation of pre-construction information, construction phase plans, and health and safety files. This course is suitable for people working in the construction industry. By the end of the course you will be able to:

• Identify the key elements of the CDM Regulations 2015, as well as the core staff required in any construction project
• List and understand the key documentation required for a successful project that meets all the requisite legal requirements
• State the general requirements for construction sites and on-site welfare facilities

You must pass the assessment at the end of the course to receive your certificate.

Why CDM Regulations Matter

Construction Design and Management (CDM) regulations were first introduced in 2007 with the intention of ensuring health and safety were incorporated in the design, construction and management of projects. They have since been updated in 2015. This course seeks to train individuals working in the construction industry on what CDM regulations are and how they help in making projects remain in compliance with legislation. It is also designed to assist in planning projects so that the correct pre-construction information is assembled and create and maintain a safe working environment at that construction site. The construction industry involves plenty of dangerous work. Despite those that work in this sector representing just 5% of the UK workforce, they also make up 31% of all workplace fatalities. In addition, tens of thousands suffer work-related illnesses or injuries every year. The regulations are intended to help reduce the risk of such injuries and fatalities on construction sites by enabling learners to understand the importance of planning and incorporating safety management in the planning and design stages of construction projects. Given the sizable risk in the industry, the CDM regulations were developed to help improve the health and safety standards of building projects in compliance with the law. Many of the dangers are a result of such issues as the use of heavy and dangerous equipment, vehicles and materials. Construction sites can also be at dangerous locations, requiring people to work at dangerous heights, while hanging from incomplete structures and worse. Not to mention that some worksites can be quite chaotic as you have multiple people carrying out multiple tasks simultaneously within a confined space. All these activities can make worksites very dangerous and prone to accidents. CDM regulations are meant to help bring this kind of situation under control by establishing health and safety protocols that when managed by the right people, ensure compliance throughout the project to its successful completion. The CDM training course accomplishes this by covering three distinct areas of study. They include:

• Roles and responsibilities of the duty holders throughout the project
• Key CDM documentation on the project that meets legal standards under CDM 2015
• General safety requirements for construction sites and on-site welfare facilities

Course content will also cover such details as why the need for CDM regulations and when it is to be applied, the relationship between the CDM regulations and other health and safety laws, the client’s duties, notification requirements for the project, pre-construction information, construction phase plan, and other guidance. Learners will also need to demonstrate an understanding of the effects of poor safety management and how to maintain a safe construction site. This course is targeted at those working in the construction industry, particularly in areas of project management and those that are involved in planning and managing safety at construction sites. This can include those in roles such as principal contractor, principal designer, and health and safety managers and advisors. Those that successfully complete this course will become better equipped and qualified to manage CDM 2015 compliant projects. Contact us at 01304 793058 or email us at info@risksafetyservices.co.uk to learn how to get started.