Introduction Principal Designer Training Course

Introduction

Construction is a high-risk activity affecting not only those involved in the build, but also those who use, maintain, and ultimately demolish the structure.

The design and management of construction is assigned to specific duty holders defined by the Construction Design and Management Regulations 2015 (CDM).

This course is intended as a refresher or for those who will not act as principal designers, but who wish to understand the key features of the PD role so they can work more efficiently alongside them.

Assumed Knowledge

It is assumed that learners have a working knowledge of the CDM Regs and  guidance L153.

Duty holders other than the principal designer are not described in detail here but a knowledge of them is essential and is described in our CDM Overview course.

Learning Outcomes

To outline the responsibilities of the principal designer their functions and roles within the wider CDM duty holder group and in particular:

• Why the impact of design differs from other CDM duty holders.
• The difference between a Designer and Principal Designer
• The key functions of the Principal Designer
• The Principal Designers role in information management
• The role of design risk assessment
• The Principal Designers relationship to the Client and Principal Contractor
• The Health and Safety File.

Duration: 1 Day

Cost: £250 + Vat