CDM Training – IOSH Approved
Delivered online, this IOSH approved CDM training course provides participants with awareness and understanding of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.
The CDM Regulations have been in place for over a quarter of a century and have, over time, reframed how construction activities are designed, planned and considered to reduce health and safety risks.
By the end of the CDM course participants will know the responsibilities of duty holders and have a thorough understanding of how the Regulations provide a structure to follow that helps ensure working conditions are safe, healthy and comfortable for everyone on site.
Want to find out more information on our ‘CDM Training’ course?
CDM Training – IOSH Approved
IOSH approved CDM training course provides participants with awareness and understanding of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.
£25
Complete the form below to discuss multi-licence discounts with our team.
What are the benefits of our CDM training course?
- Provides an in-depth understanding of duty holders’ roles and responsibilities.
- Ensures participants understand the elements of a safe construction site in compliance with CDM Regulations.
- IOSH Approved, CPD Certified and SCORM Compliant training.
- Developed by our health and safety professionals who have extensive experience of high-risk environments.
- Online CDM awareness course can be completed at the participant’s own pace, at a time that suits them.
Course duration
CDM training takes approximately 30 minutes to complete.
Who should take this course?
This CDM Regulations course is designed for project managers and everyone who has responsibility for health and safety on a construction site (the ‘duty holders’). This includes clients, designers, principal designers, principal contractors, contractors and workers.
Course accreditations
Our accreditations mean you can be confident that we deliver high-quality, effective eLearning that forms part of a professional development programme.
We pride ourselves on our extensive certification and accreditation. We’re CPD Certified and this course is SCORM compliant which means it can be integrated as part of your existing LMS or used as part of our SHINE learning management system.
Learn more about our health and safety accreditations.
CDM Training FAQs
How will this course help me ensure compliance with CDM regulations?
The course provides practical knowledge about managing and reducing construction site risks, helps you understand the importance of proper planning, and ensures that you are following legal requirements for safe and healthy working conditions.
Can CDM training be completed online effectively?
Yes, our online CDM training is IOSH-approved and designed to be interactive, engaging, and thorough. It covers all the key responsibilities and requirements of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, allowing participants to learn at their own pace.
How often should CDM training be refreshed?
While there’s no legal requirement for how often to refresh CDM training, it is advisable to refresh your knowledge periodically, especially when regulations are updated, or new health and safety challenges arise within your role.
What if I don’t work directly on-site — do I still need this training?
If you are involved in project design, planning, or management, CDM training is essential to understanding the risks and responsibilities that come with construction projects, even if you are not physically on-site.
Is there a discount if I need to train a large team?
Yes, we offer volume discounts for businesses that need to train multiple employees. Please contact us to discuss your requirements, and we can provide pricing based on your team size.
How quickly can this training be rolled out to my team?
Once purchased, the course can be accessed immediately through our SHINE platform or integrated into your existing LMS, allowing employees to begin training right away.
Why do I need CDM training if I’m already experienced in construction?
Even experienced professionals must stay updated with legal obligations and best practices. CDM training ensures you are aware of the latest regulations, risk prevention strategies, and duty holder responsibilities, helping to reduce accidents and ensure compliance.
Is this course suitable for smaller projects or just large-scale construction?
CDM Regulations apply to all construction projects, regardless of size. Whether you are working on a small residential build or a large commercial site, this training will help ensure compliance and safety.
Can I use this training for multiple roles on a construction project?
Yes, this course covers the responsibilities of various duty holders, including clients, designers, contractors, and project managers. It provides a comprehensive understanding of roles, making it beneficial for those overseeing multiple aspects of a project.
What kind of support can I expect if I encounter issues with the course?
We offer full technical support to ensure a smooth experience, whether you’re using our SHINE platform or integrating the course into your LMS. Additionally, our customer support team is available to answer any questions related to course content or compliance.
What happens if someone fails the course
assessment?
Participants who don’t pass the assessment on their first attempt can review the course material and retake the assessment. The course is designed to support learning, with interactive elements and quizzes to reinforce understanding throughout.
Can I monitor employee progress throughout the training?
Yes, if using the SHINE platform, you can track employees’ progress, view completion rates, and download certificates for compliance records.
Start your learning adventure
Created by experts. IOSH Approved. CPD Certified. Our fire, health and safety courses support your compliance training needs. We offer flexible eLearning options. Buy individual courses now and start learning. Or simply call us to discuss group discounts and enterprise pricing options.
Buy now – individual course
- Fully interactive – online learning
- Certified training – created by experts
- Perfect for smaller businesses and sole traders starting out
Call us – volume discount
- Save money – volume discounts
- Control – central dashboard
- Reporting – monitor training progress
- Ideal for mid-sized SMEs needing to deploy training at scale
Call us – Enterprise pricing
- Bespoke – tailored to your needs
- Comprehensive – over 50 courses
- Support – 1-2-1 account management
- Perfect for larger businesses needing a wide variety of training
Assessment
At the end of the CDM awareness course there are 10 multiple choice questions to answer, and the pass mark is 80%.
Certificate
If you complete the CDM course on SHINE, you will receive a certificate on successful completion of the course which is downloadable as a PDF file.
Course aims
By the end of CDM Regulations training, participants will:
- Understand the roles and responsibilities of duty holders.
- Be able to identify high risk activities as specified by the Regulations.
- Understand the principles of accident prevention and risk control.
- Appreciate the importance of design, planning, gathering information, the use of pre-qualifications and the purpose of the client’s brief.
- Understand the criteria for notifiable projects.
- Understand the need to develop a pre-construction phase plan and implement it.
- Know the purpose of a health and safety file and who is responsible for maintaining and keeping it.
- Recognise the main components of a safe and healthy construction site.
Course Overview
1. Introduction
The purpose and aims of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 – also known as the CDM Regulations.
2. What are the CDM Regulations?
How the CDM Regulations help to ensure each person involved in a construction project understands their health and safety responsibilities.
3. Key elements
A detailed look at the 5 key elements that are the foundation of the CDM Regulations –
- Managing risks effectively.
- Appointing competent persons and organisations.
- Ensuring everyone has the information, training, instructions and supervision they need.
- Effective communication and coordination between individuals and teams.
- Consulting with workers about health and safety risks and precautions.
4. Principles of accident prevention
Looking at the principles of accident prevention defined under the CDM Regulations and how these can be applied in practice.
5. Duty holders’ responsibilities
Who the duty holders are under CDM regs and their health and safety responsibilities.
6. Notifiable projects
What construction projects must be reported to the HSE or another authority. What types of projects are exceptions.
7. When do CDM Regulations apply?
Underscoring that CDM Regulations apply to all construction projects and what is defined as construction work.
8. Penalties
The consequences of breaching CDM Regulations.
9. Planning
What makes a successful construction project plan and whose responsibility it is to complete it.
10. Prequalification questionnaire
How to ensure the right duty holders are appointed for a construction project by using the Health and Safety Executive’s prequalification questionnaire.
11. Client brief
What a client brief is, what it should cover and who needs to read it.
12. Preconstruction information
The purpose of preconstruction information, who is it for and what it might include.
Who is responsible for compiling preconstruction information and how it should be used in practice.
13. Construction phase plan
The purpose of a construction phase plan, what it should contain, and who is responsible for completing it.
14. Schedule 3 – high risks
Looking at the 10 high risk activities covered in Schedule 3 of the CDM Regulations.
15. Health and safety file
The purpose of the health and safety file and what information it should contain.
What types of projects require a health and safety file, who is responsible for keeping the file up to date and who is responsible for storing it.
16. Safe sites
What makes a safe construction site, including examples of safety precautions that may be implemented to mitigate identified risks.
17. Welfare facilities
A look at the regulations covering welfare facilities on-site and what facilities must be provided for workers as a minimum.
18. Vehicles
What the CDM Regulations say about the safe use of vehicles on site.
How to mitigate the risks to pedestrians and those loading and unloading vehicles.
19. Working conditions
How the CDM Regulations define safe and comfortable working conditions for those working on construction projects.
20. Underground work
What safety precautions must be taken if there are underground excavations near a construction site.
How to mitigate risks to those working in cofferdams and caissons.
The legal requirements for reporting unsafe excavations, cofferdams and caissons.
12. Demolitions
Regulations covering demolitions and explosions with an overview of what safety precautions are required by law.
13. Emergencies
How to plan for an emergency. The requirements for firefighting equipment and fire detection systems, procedures for emergency evacuations and the importance of clear communication.
Course screenshots
Fully interactive. Clear and simple. Created by experts.
How is it delivered?
CDM training is delivered online or through a computer network to each trainee at their desktop, laptop or mobile device.
We can also provide the course to be integrated into a SCORM compliant LMS.
Training can be completed at the employee’s own pace by “bookmarking” and recording progress and returning to the training later.
SHINE – compliance record keeping
The Praxis42 Digital Platform SHINE is our advanced eLearning management system and helps organisations deliver effective online learning for their employees.
A cost-effective tool for compliance record-keeping, SHINE allows you to view and manage employee training records easily. Individual training certificates can be printed as proof of compliance for audits or visits from enforcing agencies.
Related courses
Need further courses? Explore similar courses from our library.
What our clients say
From national pub chains to global insurance, our clients value our expertise and service.
CDM Training – Download course information
