Construction Regulations Quiz (CDM 2015)
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What does the submission documents validation checklist ensure?

  • All applications meet the minimum national requirements. (correct)
  • All approvals are granted instantly.
  • Applications are only accepted from local councils.
  • Only sensitive projects are validated.

    • The Secretary of State has the ability to call in or recover appeals for decision.

    True

    Who determines the outcome of planning appeals?

    The Planning Inspector.

    The UK Government is currently divided into _____ ministerial departments.

    <p>24</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their descriptions:

    <p>Statutory Consultees = Agencies required to provide feedback in the planning process Greater London Authority (GLA) = Provides executive powers to London Devolution = Granting of self-governing powers to nations Planning Inspectorate = Body that oversees planning appeals in the UK</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the Construction, Design and Management (CDM) Regulations?

    <p>To eliminate and reduce specific risks and hazards in building and construction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Principal Designer can only be a landscape architect.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    List three types of documentation required by the CDM Regulations.

    <p>Pre-construction information, Construction Phase Plan, Health and Safety File</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ____ period of risk assessment involves identifying and recording risks during the design process.

    <p>Designers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match each duty holder to their role:

    <p>Client = Entrusts project delivery Principal Designer = Oversees design risks Principal Contractor = Manages construction on site Designer = Creates the design</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a duty of the Designers (Project Team) under CDM Regulations?

    <p>Increase risks to construction workers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The risks considered by designers must only relate to the construction phase of a project.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name the regulation introduced in 1994 that impacts all construction projects.

    <p>Construction (Design and Management) Regulations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following scenarios indicates a 'Notifiable' project under HSE regulations?

    <p>A project with 22 workers on site for 30 days.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The HSE can only inspect projects that are classified as 'Notifiable'.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the F10 form in construction projects?

    <p>To notify the HSE of a 'Notifiable' project.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To ensure compliance with CDM Regulations, it is important to ________ with the principal contractor during construction.

    <p>liaise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following stages in the tender process with their descriptions:

    <p>Produce detailed design = Create a comprehensive project plan and specifications. Tender assessment = Evaluate the received bids for compliance and suitability. Negotiation/Appointment = Finalize contracts and terms with selected bidders. Contract signed = Formal agreement to begin project execution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When faced with the situation of a contractor hitting a power cable, which question should you prioritize in your response?

    <p>Is it safe to proceed with work?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one method you can use to monitor progress on-site after appointing a contractor?

    <p>Regular site inspections and meetings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the tendering process, selecting contractors is the first step.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one component usually included in an outline approval document?

    <p>Reserved Matters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Conditions for landscape planning must always be submitted after construction begins.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'discharge of conditions' refer to in planning approvals?

    <p>The process of getting planning conditions approved.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A larger development around ___ homes may require play areas to be completed before a certain phase of occupation.

    <p>500</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following components with their descriptions:

    <p>Reserved Matters = Details to be submitted and approved later Planning Conditions = Requirements that must be cleared for approval Hybrid Projects = Partially detailed submissions Discharge of Conditions = Approval process for specified requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is typically a focus of consultation with Local Authorities?

    <p>Regulatory compliance on ecological impact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Detailed planning applications often require less information than outline applications.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What types of additional surveys might be required by planning conditions?

    <p>Contamination, ecology, archaeology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of European law provides goals that EU countries must achieve while allowing them to create their own laws?

    <p>European Directives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The UK is no longer a signatory to the European Landscape Convention post-Brexit.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one piece of UK legislation that relates to biodiversity.

    <p>The Environment Act (2021)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The _______ and Countryside Act (1981) is a key piece of legislation in UK law regarding wildlife.

    <p>Wildlife</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of UK law with their descriptions:

    <p>Primary Legislation = Takes precedence over other laws Common Law = Derived from judicial precedents Public Law = Regulates the relationship between individuals and the government Private Law = Governs disputes between private individuals or organizations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of European law requires binding obligations for member states?

    <p>European Regulations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Unwritten law is also known as common law, established since 1154.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one obligation landscape professionals must comply with while practicing?

    <p>Contracts with clients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The primary legal organization of practice includes Sole Trader, Partnerships, and _______.

    <p>Companies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of the Environment Act (2021) relates to landscape practice?

    <p>Biodiversity Net Gain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary legislation governing health and safety at work?

    <p>Health and Safety at Work Act 1974</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Health and Safety Executive has a non-statutory function.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    List two duties of employers under the Health and Safety at Work Act.

    <p>Provision of information and training, undertake risk assessments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Employees must take reasonable care of their own __________ at work.

    <p>health and safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match each role with its responsibilities:

    <p>Employer = Provision of welfare facilities Employee = Cooperate with employers Health and Safety Executive = Enforce health and safety laws Service Provider = Ensure safety in public spaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where do landscape professionals encounter health and safety issues?

    <p>At meetings with clients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Service providers have no responsibilities under health and safety regulations.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must employees do to help ensure health and safety at work?

    <p>Take responsibility for their own actions and cooperate with employers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    LI Academy Pathway to Chartership Syllabus

    • Covers professional bodies, history of the Landscape Institute, key documents, code of practice, CPD, UK law, professional ethics, liability, practice organisation, appointment & management, practice management, health and safety, contracts, contract management golden rules, collateral warranties, design and build, quality control, requests for information, early warning notices (NEC contracts), standard forms of construction contract, construction design & management regulations, principal designer, working with others, fees and appointments, professional appointments, dispute resolution, copyright and data protection, planning system, development control, professional ethics & liability, professional liability, duty of care, client, public, liabilities, protecting yourself against liability, preparing a fee, employee ownership, public limited company sole trader, practice management, quality assurance, health and safety, CDM, principal designer, tender process, working with others, assessment and analysis, environmental impact assessment.
    • Includes detailed content on each topic, relevant legislation, and examples of different types of practice organization and management.
    • Covers various types of contracts, including traditional, design and build, JCT and NEC, as well as dispute resolution mechanisms (mediation, adjudication, arbitration, litigation).
    • Provides information on copyright and data protection, the planning system, and statutory consultees and other agencies.
    • Explains the role of the Chartered Member in various practice settings and business circumstances.
    • Includes sample questions and scenarios for practical application of knowledge.
    • Includes useful links to relevant websites and resources.

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    Test your knowledge of the Construction, Design and Management (CDM) Regulations and their impact on planning and construction projects. This quiz covers key definitions, roles of duty holders, and the main purposes of the regulations. Ideal for professionals in the construction industry seeking to reinforce their understanding.

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