Construction remains one of the highest risk sectors, with over one fatality occurring each week.
 
The revised CDM Regulations aim to improve the level of health and safety performance in the construction industry by clarifying the responsibilities of each duty holder and focusing on effective planning and risk management.
 
Stephen Williams, Health and Safety Executive (HSE) chief inspector of construction, said: "The industry has worked very closely with HSE to revise the CDM Regulations and ensure that there are clear benefits for all competent duty holders. The Regulations clarify responsibilities of each duty holder and require greater focus on the risks to be managed by all involved in the construction process. Underlying all the changes is one simple aim; to reduce the unacceptable number of fatalities and injuries in the construction industry."