CDMC

Is a CDM co-ordinator required by law?

Yes, if your construction project will last more than 30 days or 500 person days and is part of a business undertaking.

Are you a client under the CDM Regulations 2007 ?

A client is an organisation or individual for whom a construction project is carried out.

Do you need a CDM co-ordinator for your construction projects?

Clients are responsible for appointing the CDMC in the case of notifiable projects, clients must appoint a competent CDM co-ordinator by planning stage.

I am the principal contractor, do I have to make sure there is a CDM co-ordinator?

The client must appoint the CDMC, you have a duty to ensure that they have been appointed.

Can clients unintentionally take on additional responsibilities?

Those clients without construction expertise should rely on the CDM co-ordinator’s advice on how best to meet their duties.