rradar’s Regulatory team has again been invited by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) Yorkshire Community to deliver a specialist legal update for those interested or involved in health and safety. The online event, entitled CDM: Managing Contractors, is taking place on 23rd April, from 12-1pm, and is available to both members and non-members of IOSH via the link below, providing invaluable legal guidance to the health and safety community.
The Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) is the world’s largest chartered membership body for health and safety professionals. This event, in partnership with IOSH’s Yorkshire Community, forms part of IOSH’s national programme supporting their worldwide membership of over 50,000 safety and health professionals.
This session, hosted by Associate Solicitors Claire Thompson and Elynor Drinkwater, invites attendees to learn about The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 and what they mean for businesses and organisations.
A commitment to high standards in regulatory guidance
rradar’s industry-recognised Regulatory and Compliance team, listed in the Times 250 Best Law firms and ranked in legal directories, is wellknown for its depth of expertise in handling major investigations, providing preventative training and supporting organisations through evolving legal landscapes. The opportunity to support IOSH’s programme aligns with rradar’s mission to empower organisations with the tools and knowledge needed to meet modern regulatory challenges, taking proactive steps to implement actions that help manage risk and avoid serious incidents in the workplace.
What attendees will learn
The session provides clear, practical insight into The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.
Participants will gain an understanding of:
- Statutory responsibilities under UK health & safety law
- Relevant HSE guidance and Approved Codes of Practice (ACOPs)
- How the CDM Regulations apply to contractors in construction
- The legal liabilities that remain when outsourcing work to contractors
- Common pitfalls that lead to prosecution or enforcement action
- Practical and proactive steps to demonstrate due diligence and management of known risks
- Q&A session
Claire and Elynor will provide clear guidance on what the regulations mean for organisations and their health and safety procedures.
Event details
This free online event is open to all IOSH members and non-members, making it accessible to anyone seeking a deeper understanding of current health and safety regulatory expectations.
Event: 2026 CDM: Managing Contractors – IOSH Yorkshire Community
Presenters: Claire Thompson & Elynor Drinkwater, rradar
Date: 23rd April 2026
Time: 12-1pm.
Format: Online
Register: IOSH official event page: https://iosh.com/get-involved/events/event-listings/construction-design-managing-contractors
