The asbestos survey is complete. Is the risk under control?
Having an asbestos survey does not necessarily mean the risk is under control. For clients and project teams, what matters is whether the information is suitable for the planned work, whether its limitations are understood and whether it informs decisions before construction begins.
Martyn’s Law and CDM: where should designers draw the line?
New requirements for public premises will increasingly influence project briefs and design decisions. However, considering security within a design is not the same as taking responsibility for assessing the threat.
What Does a CDM Principal Designer Do on Complex Construction Projects?
A breakdown of the CDM Principal Designer’s duties on complex construction projects, from design risk management to the Health and Safety File.