*VIRTUAL* – APS Accredited – The role of the Principal Designer under CDM 2015 (2 Day)

Course Aims

This course will provide candidates with the knowledge of ensuring the pre construction period is planned and managed in such a way that secures the health, safety and welfare of others involved or affected by the project. The role of the Principal Designer begins as early in the project as possible, including concept stage when the client is considering project protocol, and procurement routes are determined.

*VIRTUAL* – APS Accredited – The role of the Principal Designer under CDM 2015 (2 Day)

Who Attends

This course is primarily intended for design organisations currently operating in the UK construction sector who propose to fulfil the role of Principal Designer on future construction projects. This course is ideal for design practices, engineering consultants and project management organisations. Local Authority design and management departments may also find this course useful, particularly where they undertake a design role during the earlier stages of a project.

Course Content

The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999. Approved Codes of Practice and guidance
Prosecutions and the justice system in Scotland
Brief history, background and development of the regulations
When and how the regulations apply to a project
Definitions of official terminology used including a structure and construction work
Identification of the various duty holders and their legal responsibilities
Accidents and ill health in construction. Group discussion on trends and underlying causes
Identification of main causes of fatalities and ill health on UK construction sites
Explanation of the new requirements regarding competence, co-operation and co-ordination
Duties of the Client, Designer and Contractor for all construction projects
Requirements for pre construction information and the construction phase plan
Appointments of the Principal Designer and Principal contractor
Requirements for the health and safety file
Pre construction information requirements for the case study provided by the tutor
Brief review of day one subject matter
Identifying who should fulfil this legal position
Appointment of the PD – when, how and by whom
Providing advice and assistance to the client regarding existing and required information, project protocol, and procurement options from the onset
Collation and dissemination of pre construction information
Liaison with other duty holders including the Principal Contractor
Requirements for the Construction Phase Plan and Health and Safety File
Skills, knowledge and experience requirements relevant to a particular project
Definitions and evaluation of key terminology used during design risk assessment including hazards and risk
Design risk assessment techniques and practical examples
Project protocol and responsibility for the health and safety file
Ongoing design during construction phase and requirements for co-operation, co-ordination and communication

Course Duration

This is a 2 day course.

Maximum Candidates

Maximum attendees: 12 candidates

Additional Information

*PLEASE NOTE* all online bookings are provisional until confirmed with you by our training team.

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Dates & Locations

January 2025

28/01/2025
5
2 Days
28-01-2025 29-01-2025 09:00 - 17:00

£595.00

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