CDM Awareness Course Overview
IIRSM & IOSH Approved
The Construction Design and Management (CDM) Regulations are designed to ensure health, safety, and welfare standards are upheld in construction projects. No matter your position within the construction industry, these regulations are in place to support and improve your safety on site.
The regulations are intended to ensure that each project is carefully planned and managed from the outset, fostering a safer and more effective working environment.
This introductory course covers the fundamental aspects of CDM regulations, outlining the essential roles involved in a construction project and the crucial documentation required. Beginning with an overview of CDM, the course then explores key planning considerations and concludes with real-world project examples to demonstrate how these regulations are practically applied.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Identify relevant legislation and locate additional guidance.
- Understand how and when CDM regulations apply, including when to notify authorities.
- Recognise duty holders and their responsibilities across the three stages of a project.
- Appreciate the significance and necessity of legal documentation.
Course | Module number | Module name | Pass % required |
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CDM Awareness | 1 | Legislation | 70 |
CDM Awareness | 2 | CDM Application and Notification | 70 |
CDM Awareness | 3 | Duty Holders and Documents | 70 |
CDM Awareness | 4 | Duties and Legal Documents | 70 |
CDM Awareness | 5 | Example Projects and Summary | 70 |
CDM Awareness | 6 | Final Assessment | 70 |