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CDM Online Course
£17.50 + £3.50 VAT
- Assured by RoSPA Qualifications
- Certified by CPD
- Audio voiceover
- Approximate course duration of 2 hours
- Downloadable certificate on completion
- 100% online training
- No time limits
Our CDM online course provides essential training on the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015). The course explains where the CDM Regulations apply, the responsibilities of different duty holders and how health, safety and welfare should be managed throughout a construction project.
Designed for clients, designers, principal designers, contractors and principal contractors, the CDM training explains the key duties placed on organisations and individuals involved in construction work and how they can meet their responsibilities under CDM 2015.
Our online CDM course is CPD accredited and RoSPA assured and takes approximately 2 hours to complete.
Why is CDM training important?
Construction work can expose workers and others to significant health and safety risks. CDM training helps duty holders understand their responsibilities and how to plan, manage and coordinate construction work safely.
The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015) set out health, safety and welfare requirements for construction projects in Great Britain. Understanding the CDM Regulations helps duty holders know what is expected of them throughout a project.
Who needs CDM Regulations training?
Our CDM online course is designed for anyone with responsibilities under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015). This includes key duty holders involved in construction projects, such as:
- Clients
- Principal designers and designers
- Principal contractors and contractors
The CDM training helps duty holders understand their roles and responsibilities for managing health, safety and welfare throughout a construction project. It also explains how duty holders work together and the importance of effective communication and information sharing, particularly on projects involving more than one contractor.
CDM course accreditation
Our CDM online course is assured by RoSPA Qualifications for the quality and content of the training.
The course is also CPD accredited by the CPD Certification Service, demonstrating that it meets recognised Continuing Professional Development standards.
What will you learn on the CDM online course?
By the end of the course, you will understand:
- The purpose of CDM 2015 and where the CDM Regulations apply
- The potential consequences of non-compliance
- The general principles of prevention
- Client duties, including the client brief and pre-construction information
- The duties of designers and principal designers
- The duties of contractors and principal contractors
- The duties and responsibilities of workers
- When construction projects must be notified
- The purpose and requirements of the Construction Phase Plan (CPP)
- General health and safety requirements for construction sites
- The purpose and contents of the Health and Safety File
- Communication, cooperation and information sharing between duty holders
Example CDM course pages
Take a look at three example screens from our CDM online course. The course combines clear, easy-to-follow content with images, interactive activities and professional audio to help learners understand the CDM Regulations and the responsibilities of key duty holders on construction projects.
(Click on the example screens below to view)
What does the CDM course cover?
The CDM online course covers the following 11 topics:
1 – Introduction to CDM 2015
This topic introduces CDM 2015 and explains why the Regulations were introduced and where they apply. It covers construction industry injury and fatality data, the meaning of the term ‘duty holder’, the three phases of a construction project and the potential consequences of non-compliance. You will also learn about other health and safety legislation relevant to construction work.
2 – Ensuring health and safety in construction
This topic covers the general principles of prevention and the considerations involved when appointing duty holders to a construction project. It looks at the importance of providing workers with appropriate supervision, instruction and information, as well as cooperation, communication and coordination between duty holders. It also covers the principal contractor’s responsibilities for consulting and engaging with workers on site.
3 – The Client
This topic explains the difference between commercial and domestic clients and the duties placed on clients under CDM 2015. It covers the client brief, pre-construction information, when client duties may pass to other duty holders and the potential consequences of failing to meet these responsibilities. You will also learn how CDM 2015 applies to domestic clients.
4 – The Designer and Principal Designer
This topic explains the roles and responsibilities of designers and principal designers under CDM 2015. It covers their duties during the pre-construction phase, including how health and safety should be considered during the design process, as well as their roles on domestic projects.
5 – The Contractor and Principal Contractor
This topic explains the roles and responsibilities of contractors and principal contractors under CDM 2015. It covers their duties when planning, managing and monitoring construction work, as well as their roles and responsibilities on domestic projects.
6 – The Workers
This topic explains who is classed as a worker and their health and safety responsibilities. It covers the duties of employers to provide appropriate training and information, consult workers on health and safety matters and keep workers or their representatives informed about matters that may affect their health and safety.
7 – Notification of projects
This topic explains when a construction project is notifiable and who must be notified. It covers the information that must be included in the notification and how a project can be notified online.
8 – The Construction Phase Plan (CPP)
This topic covers the purpose and contents of the Construction Phase Plan. You will learn who is responsible for preparing the plan, when it is required and when it must be provided.
9 – General safety requirements
This topic covers the general safety requirements set out in Part 4 of CDM 2015 and how they apply to construction sites. Areas covered include site security, structural stability, demolition, excavations, explosives, energy distribution installations, traffic routes, vehicles, fire and emergency procedures, environmental conditions and the prevention of risks including drowning, flooding and asphyxiation.
10 – The Health and Safety File
This topic explains the purpose of the Health and Safety File and the information it should contain. It also covers who is responsible for preparing the file and when it must be provided.
11 – Information flow
The final topic looks at how information should flow between duty holders throughout a construction project involving more than one contractor. It brings together the different types of project information covered during the course and summarises the responsibilities of the principal duty holders.
How is the CDM online course assessed?
Revision questions are included at the end of each topic to help reinforce your knowledge and prepare you for the final assessment.
Once you have completed all of the CDM training material, you can take the online assessment. It consists of 25 questions selected from question banks, so the questions may vary each time you take the assessment.
CDM training certificate
Once you have successfully completed the CDM online course and passed the assessment, you can download and print your training certificate straight away.
How long is a CDM training certificate valid?
Your CDM training certificate does not have an expiry date. However, to help keep your knowledge of the CDM Regulations and your responsibilities up to date, we recommend refreshing your training every 2 years. The recommended renewal date will be shown on your certificate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
CDM 2015 does not require individuals to complete a specific CDM training course. However, people carrying out certain roles on construction projects must have the appropriate skills, knowledge and experience to fulfil their responsibilities safely. CDM training can help duty holders understand the Regulations, their responsibilities and how to apply them in practice.
The main duty holders under CDM 2015 include clients, designers, principal designers, contractors, principal contractors and workers. Each has specific responsibilities for helping to ensure that health and safety is effectively planned, managed and coordinated throughout a construction project.
Our CDM online course takes approximately 2 hours to complete. As the training is online, you can work through the course at your own pace.
Yes. Once you have completed the CDM course and passed the online assessment, you can download and print your training certificate straight away. The certificate provides evidence that you have successfully completed the training.
Yes. Our CDM training is completed entirely online, allowing you to access the course and work through the training at your own pace. The course covers CDM 2015, the responsibilities of key duty holders and the management of health, safety and welfare throughout construction projects.
Where do the CDM Regulations apply?
The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015) apply to construction projects of all sizes, from small maintenance and refurbishment work to major building and civil engineering projects.
The Regulations cover a wide range of construction work, including new builds, extensions, alterations, repairs, maintenance and demolition. They also apply to domestic projects, although the way certain client duties are managed differs for domestic clients.
For a more detailed explanation of the Regulations, their scope and the responsibilities of different duty holders, read our article What are the CDM Regulations?.
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Explore our full range of Health and Safety training courses for more online training covering workplace hazards, risk management and safe working practices.
Have a question about the CDM course?
If you have any questions about our CDM online course, our team is here to help. Whether you need more information about the course content, assessment, certification or purchasing CDM training for your team, please contact us by phone, email or through our contact form.
You can also visit our Help & Knowledge Base for answers to frequently asked questions about our online training courses.
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Discounts Available For Bulk Purchases
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| 500 - 999 | 50% |
| 1000 + | 60% |
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