The new Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015) came into operation last week, reinforcing some of the existing provisions and creating new obligations for members of the construction team and for the employer. Architects would be well advised to familiarise themselves with the new requirements so that they can continue to confirm (as they are routinely required to do in appointment documents) that they are fully qualified and able to comply with the CDM regulations. Architects also need to take care they do not unwittingly assume a greater responsibility under the new regulations than is intended.
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