Episode 4 - CDM Part 1

In this episode of the "Part3 With Me" podcast, Maria Skoutari discusses the Construction, Design, and Management Regulations (CDM) aimed at improving health and safety in the construction industry. She explains what CDM is, its applicability in Great Britain, and its objectives, which include risk management, cooperation, and effective communication. Maria details the duties of various parties involved, such as commercial and domestic clients, principal designers, principal contractors, designers, contractors, and workers. She further elaborates on key documents like pre-construction information, the construction phase plan, and the health and safety file, outlining their purpose and content. The episode serves as an educational resource for Part 3 architecture students, providing essential knowledge for their careers, and is the first of a two-part series on CDM.