Under CDM 2015 regulations the Principal Designer has overall responsibility for managing health and safety primarily during the pre-construction phase. But they also support the Client and Principal Contractor during the construction phase of the project.

It is common for an Architect or other Designer to act as Principal Designer. However, they may struggle to find the time or perhaps don’t possess the skills, knowledge and resources to do so. This is where we are able to assist.

Our Principal Designer package typically includes:

• Advising on Pre-Construction Information
• Assisting with project notification and updates
• Reviewing Design Risk Assessments and other documentation relevant to health and safety
• Attending pre-construction and/or progress meetings
• Reviewing the Construction Phase Plan (we are also able to compile the document if required)
• Site audit(s) including reports to ensure compliance
• Regular communication with duty holders
• Advising on the Health and Safety File and compiling the final document
• Regular communication with duty holders
• Ensuring all CDM 2015 obligations are met during all stages of the project

Alternatively, when an Architect or Designer has been appointed as Principal Designer we are still able to assist by acting in a Principal Designer Advisory role. Essentially carrying out the above responsibilities, but on behalf of the Principal Designer.

Our CDM Principal Designer Advisory package is normally combined with our CDM Advisory package for Clients. It can also be combined with our Health & Safety package for Principal Contractors. This ensures seamless communication and efficiency between all duty holders minimising health and safety risks.

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