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Posted By Alan Dowler-Smith
Has anyone in a local authority been in the position where a construction contract has been let by a central government department that impacts on your operation?
In my case this refers to the laying of fibre optic cables for broadband connection as part of a central government initiative.
The question is: who is the client? First guess would be the central government department, but when work gets as far as the local authority's front door, who is responsible for providing information under section 3(3) of the HSWA and under CDM with regards to e.g. underground services, asbestos, and any other risks the contractor might face?
Your ideas woud be appreciated!
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Posted By Martyn Hendrie
In my opinion if a "central government" department is arranging for the work to take place - awarding contracts and appointing the Planning Supervisor and Principal Contractor, they are the client for the project.
As part of their duties they have to make reasonable enquiries to establish what information they can about the matters you raise. That may involve seeking the information from you. I do not believe that would give you any of the clients duties.
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