CDM 2015 duty-holder checklist
Who is who, what each role must do, and the documents that prove it. Use it for client briefings and tender returns.
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Who is who, what each role must do, and the documents that prove it. Use it for client briefings and tender returns.
Request copyDecision flow your duty manager can use at 2am to decide if a report is needed within 10 or 15 days.
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Request copySpreadsheet template for tracking legal requirements across multiple jurisdictions, with a worked example.
Request copyPermit types, authoriser/issuer/receiver responsibilities, suspension and re-issue rules, expiry logic.
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Request copyNot exhaustive — but covers the legislation behind 95% of our engagements.
| Regulation / standard | Scope |
|---|---|
| Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 | UK primary legislation |
| Management of H&S at Work Regulations 1999 | UK – general duties |
| Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 | UK – construction |
| Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 | UK – fire |
| Fire Safety Act 2021 & Building Safety Act 2022 | UK – fire & higher-risk buildings |
| RIDDOR 2013 | UK – reporting |
| COSHH 2002 | UK – substances |
| DSEAR 2002 | UK – explosive atmospheres |
| PUWER 1998 & LOLER 1998 | UK – work equipment & lifting |
| Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 | UK – asbestos |
| Working at Height Regulations 2005 | UK – falls |
| ISO 45001:2018 | International – OH&S management |
| ISO 14001:2015 | International – environment |
| OSHA 29 CFR 1910 / 1926 | United States – general industry / construction |
| EU Framework Directive 89/391/EEC | European Union – worker H&S |