Posted By Michael Gavaghan
I have been given this role by my employer to over see a small construction within our own factory area. mainly ground work steel erection/cladding of building are there any tips or hints anyone could pass on I would be most grateful.

Posted By Tom Waddell
Michael. There is a wealth if HSE leaflets out there, there is also HSG224, the ACOP to the Costruction (Design & Management) Regulations 1994, which gives some precise information on the role and responsibilities of the Planning Supervisor.

Not wanting to worry you, but you don't mention your own skills and experience, and to protect yourself, I would ensure that you are aware of the responsibilities and duties placed upon you by your employer within this role.

You need to have sufficient experience, or be able to obtain professional advice, to ensure that you can comment on the design and contractors Health and Safety Plan, in addition to preparing the pre-tender H&S plan.There is a requirement to have H&S knowledge, as well as knowledge of the construction process, especially in this case to steelwork erection and cladding operations, which involve work at height, something of a favourite with the HSE at the moment.

If you would like to discuss this, please e-mail me back with a phone number