| Duration |
1 Day |
| Intended For |
Managers, Supervisors and Facilities Managers who appoint and manage Contractors. |
| Course Aims |
To ensure that those who will undertake Principal Contractor duties or those who appoint Contractors, are aware of the requirements of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM) and how to discharge their obligations. |
| Course Objectives |
On completion of the course delegates will be able to:
- Understand the relationship between CDM and other Health and Safety legislation
- Understand the principles of accident prevention and risk assessment to practical activities
- Understand the checks and controls required on anyone carrying out construction work
- Demonstrate a knowledge of the role and responsibilities of the Principal Contractor
- Develop the Health and Safety Plan provided by the Principal Contractor
- Manager/monitor Contractors in the workplace/ on site
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| Course Content |
As follows:
- Overview of Health and Safety Legislation
- Background to CDM and Relationship with Health and Safety Law
- Accidents Common in the Construction Industry
- Principles of Accident Prevention and Risk Assessment
- Selection of Contractors/Assessing Competence
- CDM Duties of the Principal Contractor
- Assessing Method Statements/Risk Assessments
- The Health and Safety Plan
- Monitoring Procedures and Requirements
- Site Security
- The Health and Safety File
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| Presentation |
The course content will be introduced via formal presentation and participative training techniques, using visual aids and practical exercises to confirm understanding. |
