Fully updated, this new edition of CDM 2015: Questions and Answers provides concise answers to frequently asked questions about the management of health, safety and welfare on construction projects. The book shows how the 2015 CDM regulations apply in the context of everyday problems encountered in a construction project, and offers practical guidance and examples that illustrate good practice in this area.

Drawing on recent case studies and lessons learned, coverage in this edition includes:  

• updated practical guidance on the roles, responsibilities and duties set out in the 2015 CDM regulations


• a comprehensive guide to managing health and safety on site 


• a new section on well-being and occupational health, including protecting the mental health of construction workers, use of hazardous substances, and post-Covid-19 site operating procedures  


• a summary of changes introduced by the Building Safety Act and Fire Safety Act. 

The book also provides access to an extensive range of supplementary online resources, comprising templates, checklists and sample forms, in order to facilitate good practice in this area. 

Pat Perry MCIEH, MIOSH, MIIRM, qualified as an environmental health officer in 1978, and spent the early years of her career in local government enforcing environmental health regulations, particularly health and safety law, which became her passion. She has extensive knowledge of the sector and has served on various working parties on both health and safety and food safety issues. Pat also regularly contributes to professional journals as well as appearing frequently as a speaker at related conferences and seminars.