Essential CDM 2015 Regulatory Guides UK for Construction Projects

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CDM inspector asking a client whether they actually read the Construction Phase Plan

Did You Actually Read the Construction Phase Plan

Before your last construction project started on site — did you read the Construction Phase Plan? Not skim it. Actually read it.

Paul Scanlon

Jul 301 min read

CDM inspector questioning a client about how contractor competence was actually checked

When Did You Last Properly Check Contractor Competence

When did you last properly check the competence of a contractor — not just their insurance certificates and CSCS cards? Regulation 8 of CDM 2015 requires every duty holder to take reasonable steps to verify the skills, knowledge, experience, and organisational capability of those they appoint.

Paul Scanlon

Jul 301 min read

CDM inspector showing that the Principal Designer was appointed too late in the RIBA stages

When Did You Appoint Your Principal Designer

When did you appoint your Principal Designer — at concept, or once the drawings were already done? Timing is where most client compliance gaps begin.

Paul Scanlon

Jul 301 min read

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