Papering over CDM regs
Series: Construction News ; (6746) 13 December 2001, 10-11(2)Publication details: 2001Subject(s): Summary: Examines the effect of the CDM regulations: since their introduction in 1994 accident rates have continued to rise and recently government published new user-friendly guidelines. The CDM regulations have raised awareness of health and safety but they have also created more paperwork and costs. It will remain to be seen whether the clearer layout of the new guidelines will help employers and reduce accidents, costs and paperwork.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Journal article | London Journal article | ABS65038 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 116508-1001 |
Examines the effect of the CDM regulations: since their introduction in 1994 accident rates have continued to rise and recently government published new user-friendly guidelines. The CDM regulations have raised awareness of health and safety but they have also created more paperwork and costs. It will remain to be seen whether the clearer layout of the new guidelines will help employers and reduce accidents, costs and paperwork.