CDM Advisory Service

As from the 6th of April 2015 the CDM Regulations changed and the CDM 2015 Regulations came in to effect.

These changes include:

• The criteria in which the HSE need to be notified of Construction projects.
• Role changes, the main change here being the replacement of the CDMC role with the new position of Principal Designer.
• Changes in Duty Holder responsibilities.

It is a legal requirement for all construction projects to meet the requirements of the Construction Design Management Regulations 2015 and if the project falls into the ‘Notifiable’ category, then you need to appoint a Principal Designer.

We can offer a supportive service, this being focused on assisting the Duty Holders, this includes:

• The drafting of the Pre-Construction Information document – for review and approval
• The drafting of the Construction Phase Health and Safety Plan – for review and approval
• Submission and update of the HSE Notification (F10) – as applicable to the project
• Site Audit and Inspections
• Advise on the requirements for the project Health & Safety File

The Principal Designer may be:

• An Individual, or
• A Corporate Body

Please note that the appointed Principal Designer needs to have appropriate design qualification and competencies, therefore we cannot fulfil this role.

What is a Principle Designer?

A principal designer is a person or organisation appointed by the client to take control of the pre-construction phase of a construction project. The principal designer is responsible for planning, managing, and monitoring health and safety during the pre-construction phase, including identifying, eliminating, or controlling foreseeable risks.

The principal designer must also help compile pre-construction information and provide it to designers and contractors, prepare the health and safety file, and liaise with the principal contractor.

The principal designer is a key figure in the construction process and plays a vital role in ensuring the health and safety of everyone involved in the project.

Cost of Service: POA