What are a designers additional duties before commencing work where a project is notifiable?
In addition to their general duties, designers should ensure that the client has appointed a CDM co-ordinator and should not commence work other than initial design work unless a CDM coordinator has been appointed. If an appointment has been made, the designer can assume that the client is aware of his duties. Inlane are able to fulfil the CDM coordinator role. Early appointment of the CDM Co-ordinator is crucial for effective planning and establishing management arrangements from the start. He needs to be in a position to coordinate design work and advise on the suitability and compatability of designs and therefore should be appointed before any significant design work begins. Significant detailed design work includes preparation of the initial concept design and implementation of any strategic brief. As a scheme moves into the detailed design stage, it becomes more difficult to make fundamental changes that eliminate hazards and reduce risks associated with early design decisions. G
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