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#1 Posted : 14 September 2009 22:51:00(UTC)
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Posted By Adam 1972
Hi.

I have just taken the NEBOSH construction certificate (awaiting results) and would be grateful of any advice from any CDM coordinators regarding how to make a start in CDM.

My main expereince lies in having been involved in the construction industry (civils and groundworks)since I left school some 21 years ago, starting out as a labourer progressing to ganger/foreman with laing O'Rourke responsible for implementation of H&S in a hands on role for sections of main deep storm drainage and groundworks along with all that entails i:e permits to work, method statements, work in drag boxes, heavy plant including checks, lifting operations etc etc.

I then went on to work for myself and started a drainage surveying and high pressure jetting business which I unfortunately had to fold some time ago so again I was responsible for H&S.
Company was a small enterprise and work was mainly private and some commercial such as local ground work company business.

I then self funded an HNC in building Technology and Management which I am half way through to add credence to my work experience and have just completed the NCC so like many seeking a change am commited to my professional development and would be grateful for any advice.
I live in the Cardiff area.

Thanks in advance.

Adam.
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#2 Posted : 15 September 2009 07:17:00(UTC)
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Posted By Bob Youel



Any competent H&S adviser should be able to help. Attend your local IOSH group meeting and ask there. Plus down load a COPY of CDM and its ACOP

All CDM is; is a suggested basic management system noting some specific areas. It does NOT cover all the areas that a construction site may interface with
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#3 Posted : 15 September 2009 11:06:00(UTC)
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Posted By MAK
Hi Adam,

Are you asking to source information about the CDM Regulations or looking to see how you can eventually become a CDM-C?

Best Regards

M
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#4 Posted : 15 September 2009 17:03:00(UTC)
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Posted By Adam 1972
Hi Mak.

Apologies for not making myself clear, I was looking to find out how I could eventually become a CDM coordinator.

My main area of interest is civils.

Thanks.

Adam.
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#5 Posted : 15 September 2009 18:02:00(UTC)
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Posted By CW
Take a look on here, and aim for full membership. Membership is awarded by gaining points relevant to the construction industry. From what you have posted you may already be eligible for some points from your work history.

http://www.associationfo...ectsafety.co.uk/home.php

The companies that I have had dealings with in the past will only appoint a CDMC if they are a registered member of APS.
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#6 Posted : 16 September 2009 12:29:00(UTC)
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Posted By Paul I Clark
Adam,

I note you have a background in Civil Engineering and mention this area interests you. Therefore you should also check out ICE's website http://www.ice.org.uk/kn...ge/specialist_health.asp as they sometimes undertake CDM-C training at around £200.

This may allow you to become a member of the H&S register administered by the ICE but you need to check this out in detail because I don't know the full details.

This register is given the same level as the APS register in Appendix 5 of CDM07 so maybe a different route to consider.
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