gc100 Posted July 23, 2019 Share Posted July 23, 2019 Hi, I'm getting close to being able to make a start on my plot. I'm paying contractors directly and materials and basically doing time and money setup. One contractor will be project managing the build. I've been started to think about site security, and I'm presuming some for a insurance. I see in other threads mentioned of 'Welfare' units, toilets etc What are my legal obligations for the site? Any help of pointers much appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeSharp01 Posted July 23, 2019 Share Posted July 23, 2019 Several points. 1. You need to fence the site. 2. Put up a standard warning sign. 3. Setup a portaloo or make alternative arrangements local to the site. 4. First aid kit. 5. Get site insurance 6. Get enough hard hats / safety shoes and hi viz vests for your team and insist contractors comply- the standard warning sign refers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nod Posted July 23, 2019 Share Posted July 23, 2019 Signing in book is worth having Any HSE visitor will ask Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roundtuit Posted July 23, 2019 Share Posted July 23, 2019 7. Fire extinguisher(s) I think your primary contractor picks up the H&S obligations under the CDM regulations (risk assessments etc), but check their understanding to make sure that you're all on the same page. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the_r_sole Posted July 23, 2019 Share Posted July 23, 2019 (edited) . Edited September 26, 2019 by the_r_sole Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joth Posted July 24, 2019 Share Posted July 24, 2019 See the eleven bullet points here: http://www.hse.gov.uk/construction/cdm/2015/principal-contractors.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterW Posted July 24, 2019 Share Posted July 24, 2019 Before anyone gets excited about CDM you probably need to read this thread ... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToughButterCup Posted July 24, 2019 Share Posted July 24, 2019 Does anyone think I need to update the CDM 2015 and the Domestic Client thread? For example @joth (above) links to a useful resource ..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gc100 Posted July 24, 2019 Author Share Posted July 24, 2019 Thanks all. Regarding site fencing - the site is located in a middle of a farm and the only access is behind a locked gate drive - is it still necessary? Is the sign-in book law/H/S obligatory? I will appoint one chap the principle contractor and it seems pretty straight forward in regard to CDM they are responsible for all HS no? I do not get involved. Everything else looks sensible :-) Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LA3222 Posted July 24, 2019 Share Posted July 24, 2019 I thought the principal contractor aspect had already been done to done within the forum and the consensus is that as a domestic client the duties do not apply. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterW Posted July 24, 2019 Share Posted July 24, 2019 15 minutes ago, gc100 said: Thanks all. Regarding site fencing - the site is located in a middle of a farm and the only access is behind a locked gate drive - is it still necessary? Is the sign-in book law/H/S obligatory? Fencing not obligatory - but worth it ...!! Stops you falling in a ditch or a wagon reversing into your footings (ask me how I know....) Sign in book is especially useful if you have trades on a day rate to validate invoices. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Punter Posted July 24, 2019 Share Posted July 24, 2019 I think it is worth having a site induction where you include site specific risks. Get each site worker to read it and sign to say they have. I also ask for evidence they have received H & S training, such as a photocopy of their CSCS card. 12 hours ago, Roundtuit said: 7. Fire extinguisher(s) If you have these you may be obliged to have them tested and certified. They are also difficult to dispose of. I have about 8 water extinguishers F.O.C to collector in Lewes if anyone wants them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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