Course Content:
OVERVIEW
INTRODUCTION
Introduction to basis of Health and Safety legislation in the UK, with specific reference to the Health and Safety at Work etc Act, 1974 and other legislation, having particular application and bearing on construction activities.
CDM REGULATIONS 2007
• Introduction to the Regulations
• Notification – when it is required
• Application of the Regulations to non-notifiable projects
• Additional requirements for notifiable projects
• Definitions – construction work, structure, demolition, etc
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• The duties and responsibilities, during concept, feasibility, design, planning, construction and the lifetime of the structure of:-
• Clients
• Designers
• CDM Co-ordinators
• Principal contractors
• Contractors
DETAILED REVIEW
• A detailed review of the CDM Regulations and Guidance, including Approved Code of Practice, Guidance Manuals etc. The requirements regarding competence and resources.
• The pre-construction information
• The Construction Phase Plan
• The Health & Safety File
• The questions most often asked
WORKSHOP SESSION
• The programme includes a 20 question workshop session based on the subject matter covered by the course
CASE STUDIES
• Prosecutions relating to construction, including those made under the HASWA and the CDM Regulations.
NOTES
• Delegates are advised that it may be helpful to bring a copy of the ACoP “Managing Health and Safety in Construction” L144 with them
INSTITUTION FOR CONSTRUCTION SAFETY
Approval has been given by the Institute of Construction Safety for the course to count as part qualification towards membership, for further information please enquire with the ICS (www.instcs.org)
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