1
Q
What are the 5 key elements of CDM?
A
- Manage risks by applying the principles of prevention
- Appoint the right people and organisations at the right time
- Make sure everyone has the information, training, and supervision to carry out their jobs safely
- Dutyholders need to cooperate with each other, communicate effectively, and coordinate their work.
- Consult with workers to promote and develop effective risk management.
2
Q
When is a project notifiable?
A
If it lasts more than 30 working days AND has more than 20 workers at the same point
OR
It has more than 500 person days
3
Q
Under CDM what must all projects have?
A
- Clients brief
- Pre-construction information
- Construction Phase Plan
4
Q
Under CDM what must all multi-contractor projects have?
A
- Clients brief
- Pre-construction information
- Construction Phase Plan
- Health & Safety file
- Principal designer and principal contractor
5
Q
Who are the ‘dutyholders’ under CDM?
A
- Client
- Designers and Principal Designer
- Contractors and Principal Contractor
- Workers
6
Q
What duties does the Commercial Client have under CDM?
A
A Commercial client has work done in connection with their business (whether for profit or not)
- Make suitable arrangements for managing the project
- Appoint duty holders
- Provide adequate welfare facilities
7
Q
What duties does the Domestic Client have under CDM?
A
A Domestic Client has work carried out NOT in connection with a business.
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