All works on premises come under CDM 2015, it just depends on the level at which they come. For example, all constructions must be designed to be inherently safe during and after construction, they must be safe to maintain etc. etc. Therefore they must come under CDM. One of the classics for solar is that inverters are put into the loft space, which is against MI's, thus against the requirements of CDM, therefore illegal, does the solar industry care, does it heck, it's cheaper to put them in the loft, thus the do it regardless of statute law. There is guidance on the MCS website amongst others. MCS here: http://www.microgenerationcertification.org/ I can provide more guidance if required, however, your facilities manager won't like what I have to say, especially as I can prove it with references to law etc.

Hello Emma, Sorry been busy, go through the requirements of the "new" CDM first and see what that brings you. I'll go through the electrical side over the next few days as I have time, & post back.

Emma, Some links from the electrical side of the Solar PV industry for you. If you want any of it explaining, come back to me. http://bpva.org.uk/media...s-mcs_20130530161524.pdf http://www.bre.co.uk/fil..._systems_2nd_Edition.pdf http://www.bre.co.uk/fil...id_PVDFT_Part_1_2006.pdf http://www.microgenerati...ar%20PV%202012.02.03.pdf Paul

Only thing I'd add is to remember that if the boss is worried because you need to have a Construction Phase Plan, this does NOT need to be a new, complicated document. Your existing risk assessments etc, along with (maybe) a proforma you complete with the client's order may be enough. Obviously what you need in terms of documentation for a couple of panels on Mrs Miggins' bungalow will be different to fitting 70 on top of a 10m high industrial building, but that's the case whether it's CDM or not.