Why this checklist matters
Under CDM 2015, clients retain significant legal responsibility for health and safety, even where duties are delegated to others. Failing to meet these obligations can expose organisations to enforcement action, delays and avoidable risk.
This checklist matters because it helps clients:
- Demonstrate due diligence and compliance with CDM 2015
- Maintain oversight of duty-holder performance throughout the project
- Reduce the risk of HSE enforcement, incidents and project disruption
- Create a clear audit trail of health and safety decision-making
- Manage construction projects confidently, even where construction is not a core activity
Used correctly, the checklist supports safer projects, stronger governance and proportionate compliance — without unnecessary complexity.