CDM Regulations 2015 Flashcards
(11 cards)
What does CDM stand for?
Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.
Who is responsible for managing health and safety during the design phase?
The Principal Designer (PD).
What is the role of the Principal Contractor under CDM?
To plan, manage, and monitor health and safety during the construction phase.
What must the Client do before construction begins?
Appoint a Principal Designer and Principal Contractor, and provide pre-construction information.
What is the purpose of the Health and Safety File?
To provide information needed to ensure safety during future maintenance, use, or demolition.
Name a duty of the Designer under CDM.
To eliminate, reduce, or control foreseeable risks through design.
What document must be created before construction starts?
Construction Phase Plan.
What must be done to prevent unauthorized access to the site?
Provide secure fencing and controlled entry systems.
What does the Principal Designer do with pre-construction information?
Coordinates its sharing with designers and contractors to manage risk.
What is the threshold for notifying a construction project to the HSE?
More than 30 working days with 20+ workers simultaneously, or 500 person-days.
Why is competency important in duty holder appointments?
To ensure appointed parties have skills, knowledge, and experience to manage H&S risks.
