CDM regulations are vital for ensuring the safe management and working of any construction project. Many companies don’t recognise that some of their works constitute construction works as defined under the CDM regulations 2015 and are, therefore, unaware of their obligations regarding health and safety. At Safetyform, we have experienced CDM Consultants who are here to help clients overcome the confusion of CDM Regulations.

Let’s look at what CDM Consultants are and how they help improve health and safety on construction sites.

What are CDM Consultants?

CDM Consultants are professionals in construction health and safety. They advise and guide duty holders under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015. CDM Consultants help duty holders ensure they are compliant with their statutory duties.

Construction (Design and Management) Regulations apply to all construction work – whether it is a demolition, a new build, a refurbishment, or an extension or for repairs or maintenance. Further examples, as defined in the Regulations, include conversions, fitting out, commissioning, renovation, upkeep, repair, redecoration, or other maintenance of a structure.

Who Needs a CDM Consultant?

A duty holder under the CDM Regulations, such as a client, principal designer, or principal contractor, will have Duties under CDM 2015 and may therefore require the assistance of a CDM Consultant. They may therefore wish to employ a CDM Consultant to advise the project team on their responsibilities as duty holders and to assist with preparing health and safety paperwork and construction phase plans. Additionally, they may use a CDM Consultant to oversee their health and safety documentation to ensure it is correct.

What Services Does a CDM Consultant Undertake?

 At Safetyform, we provide advisory services to a wide range of clients, from small and medium-sized companies to large blue-chip organisations, ensuring compliance with CDM 2015. We offer the following services:

• Provision of health and safety policy
• Provision of policy and procedure documentation
• Preparation of a Construction Phase Plan
• Preparation of risk assessments and method statements
• Providing advice on safe systems of work
• Delivery of on-site toolbox talks
• Audit of management arrangements
• Site auditing and inspections (monitoring)
• Advisory service on any construction-related HSE topic
• Assistance with accident and incident investigation and reporting
• Assistance with accreditation bodies, such as CHAS and Safe Contractor
• Assistance in obtaining ISO Certifications of approval for OHSAS 45001, 9001 and 14001

How do CDM Consultants Improve Health and Safety?

By ensuring duty holders are aware of their legal obligations and the health and safety regulations which apply to them, CDM Consultants help improve health and safety within the construction industry. With years of experience in the industry, CDM Consultants are best placed to advise on safe working at height, use of appropriate work equipment, and selection of contractors, all of which contribute to reducing accidents and maintaining a healthy safety culture on construction sites.

At Safetyform, our CDM Consultants work in partnership to eliminate the potential risks of today’s operations and remove their associated costs. As a result, your organisation can focus its resources on improving performance and achieving its full potential.

To learn more about our CDM Consultants and how we can help improve health and safety on your construction project, get in touch with our team today. Call us on 02922 677 182 or email info@safetyform.co.uk, and a team member will get back to you shortly.