CDM Client Duties 1 Day Course

This 1 day course combines tutorials with interactive exercises that have been developed to provide all parties
involved in the construction process with an understanding of the Construction, Design and Management (CDM)
Regulations, together with a full appreciation of the problems and practicalities of its application.
The roles and responsibilities of the Client under CDM are given extensive coverage, together with the
suggested contents of Health and Safety Plans and Files.

Benefits to you and your organisation
By the end of the course delegates will be able to:
Have an improved awareness of their company’s criminal and civil liabilities
Be aware of the company’s liabilities regarding other duty holders
Identify other legislation relating to the construction process
Possess an improved knowledge of the legal requirements within the CDM Regulations
Have a better understanding of the problems faced by the various parties involved in the CDM process
Have an appreciation of the roles and responsibilities of Designers, Contractors, Sub-Contractors concerning
risk assessments and safe systems of work
Be aware of the requirements regarding Health and Safety plans and files
Have a good understanding of methods for identifying ‘Competent Contractors’

Course content
Introduction to Health and Safety, Law and Practices
Accident Causation, Prevention and Reporting
• Monitoring and Reviewing Requirements
Background to the CDM Regulations, Where CDM Applies and Does Not Apply, Roles and Responsibilities
Under CDM
• The Client,
The Contents and Development of the Health and Safety Plans and File
Company Specific Issues
Questions and Discussion

Personal Protective Equipment
Not applicable

Who should attend
Any person who has a responsibility under the CDM Regulations as a client.
Max Delegate Number 12 persons.