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Understanding CDM regulations
CDM regulations apply to all construction projects, regardless of size or duration. If you are involved in any construction work, you need to ensure that you comply with these regulations to protect the health and safety of workers and the public.
What is classed as CDM works?
CDM works include any construction, alteration, maintenance, repair, or demolition work.
construction work” means the carrying out of any building, civil engineering or engineering construction work and includes—
(a)
the construction, alteration, conversion, fitting out, commissioning, renovation, repair, upkeep, redecoration or other maintenance (including cleaning which involves the use of water or an abrasive at high pressure, or the use of corrosive or toxic substances), de-commissioning, demolition or dismantling of a structure;
(b)
the preparation for an intended structure, including site clearance, exploration, investigation (but not site survey) and excavation (but not pre-construction archaeological investigations), and the clearance or preparation of the site or structure for use or occupation at its conclusion;
(c)
the assembly on site of prefabricated elements to form a structure or the disassembly on site of the prefabricated elements which, immediately before such disassembly, formed a structure;
(d)
the removal of a structure, or of any product or waste resulting from demolition or dismantling of a structure, or from disassembly of prefabricated elements which immediately before such disassembly formed such a structure;
(e)
the installation, commissioning, maintenance, repair or removal of mechanical, electrical, gas, compressed air, hydraulic, telecommunications, computer or similar services which are normally fixed within or to a structure.
Where do CDM regulations apply?
CDM regulations apply to construction projects in the United Kingdom. Whether you are working on a commercial, residential, or industrial project, Whether you are a client, designer, principal designer, principal contractor, or contractor, you have legal duties under CDM regulations that must be met to ensure a safe working environment. it is essential to understand and comply with CDM regulations to avoid legal penalties and ensure the safety of everyone involved.
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