SSSTS CDM 2015

Question 1

Under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, who has overall responsibility for the management of health and safety during the construction phase?

Accepted Answer

The principal contractor

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The client

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The designer

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The CDM coordinator

Question 2

What is the client's duty under CDM 2015 before construction work begins?

Accepted Answer

The client must make suitable arrangements for managing the project, ensure adequate time and resources are allocated, and appoint a principal designer and principal contractor where required

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The client has no duties under CDM 2015

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The client only needs to pay the invoices

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The client must personally supervise the site

Question 3

What is the purpose of a construction phase plan under CDM 2015?

Accepted Answer

To set out the health and safety arrangements, site rules, and specific measures for managing high-risk activities during the construction phase

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To set out the project programme and milestones

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To list all subcontractors and their costs

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To satisfy planning permission requirements

Question 4

Under CDM 2015, what must a designer do to comply with their duties?

Accepted Answer

Designers must eliminate foreseeable risks where possible, reduce risks that cannot be eliminated, and provide information about any remaining risks to those who need it

Answer

Designers have no health and safety duties

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Designers only need to produce aesthetically pleasing buildings

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Designers must carry out all risk assessments for the contractor

Question 5

What triggers the requirement to notify the HSE about a construction project under CDM 2015?

Accepted Answer

Projects lasting longer than 30 working days with more than 20 workers at any one time, or exceeding 500 person-days of construction work

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All construction projects must be notified

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Only projects over £1 million in value

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Only projects in central London

Question 6

What is the role of the principal designer under CDM 2015?

Accepted Answer

To plan, manage, monitor, and coordinate health and safety during the pre-construction phase, and to ensure designers comply with their duties

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To prepare the site layout drawings

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To act as the architect for the project

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To manage the construction phase