Generally (continued)
The CDM regulations apply to numerous different areas of ‘construction’ from the erection of buildings to quarrying, and covers ‘structures’ ranging from scaffolding to pipework.
The CDM regulations are essentially necessary because construction is characterised by having a wide range of different activities involved in the execution of a relatively complex task and a high-risk activity.
The CDM regulations were introduced in order to reduce this risk by imposing new obligations on the various parties involved in the construction process.
They effectively provide a co-ordination framework for the management of health and safety issues.
The three main areas that need to be addressed by organisations involved in health and safety are
general policy,
organisation for carrying out the policy
the proposed safety arrangements.