What is the Role of Project Supervisor Design Process [PSDP] in Ireland?

There are significant responsibilities outlined by current construction legislation for the individual or organization who is appointed in this role.

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If you are a Client, Contractor, Principal Contractor, Architect or Designer you must be aware of the role of the PSDP before starting a construction project in Ireland.

The project supervisor design process must be an individual or body corporate i.e. a limited company.

In all cases the person or company undertaking the role must have the necessary competence to carry out the relevant duties. The project supervisor design process must be appointed before design work commences. This is to ensure effectiveness in addressing and co-ordinating safety and health matters from the very early stages of a project.

If you want the confidence in knowing that your statutory obligations under the Safety, Health, and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013 are met then this is for you

Understanding the role of the Project Supervisor for the Design Process (PSDP) is critical

Does this project fall under the construction regulations of 2013?

What are the criteria when a PSDP is required?

What is the client's role?

What documentation is needed?

When and where is it filed?

What are the particular risks?

What are the design and construction stages?

What is the PSDP role and responsibilities in each of these stages?

Did You Know:

A competent PSDP must be appointed by the client for their construction project when it is anticipated to last for a particular number of days.


Other conditions may apply as well such as:

Number of contractors,

If particular risks are present

If the work is more than a certain number of person days.

The PSDP must be appointed in writing prior to any work being done.

There are significant responsibilities outlined by current construction legislation for the individual or organization who is appointed in this role.

In order to ensure that the role is properly understood and that all duties are fulfilled, it is important that those undertaking the role of PSDP have a good understanding of what is required from them.

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This course is going to give you everything you need to know about the role and responsibilities of a PSDP, when it is required, how to stay in compliance and more!

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PSDP Basics Course

This course will give you and your team the basic fundamentals of the role of the PSDP and how to implement it on your project

In our PSDP Basics course you will get the answers you need:


  • You will become aware of the role and responsibilities of a PSDP

  • The client's role

  • The preliminary design stages of the project you are to oversee

  • The plans and documents that are required by the PSDP

  • Are there multiple risks, what are those risks?

  • What you need to include in your index plan

     

  • Are additional courses or workshops needed for other teams on the project

  • The construction stages and your role and responsibilities

  • And more

As a result, you will not only become aware of the role and requirements, but you will also make more informed decisions.

You will have the confidence in knowing that your statutory obligations under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013 are met.

As An Added Bonus You Will Receive

+ Index Plan Template

This template will give you a working framework for the key part of your health and safety plan. This is also editable for any customization.

+ Documentation & Resources

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Only €27.99/person

Why Take This Course?

This short course on PSDP has been developed by training specialists and explains how to understand the role of the PSDP, what is a competent PSDP and what actions need to be implemented so as to comply with the safety laws surrounding the role.


Under the construction regulations 2013 in Ireland there is a requirement for the role of Project Supervisor Design Process. If you are operating a construction project in the republic of Ireland, you need to be aware of this. If you are a client or if you are a designer or a principal contractor working in the ROI this is a must for all your management staff.


By the end of the course, you will have the essential skills and knowledge to ensure you and your colleagues are working in a safe environment.

After Completing This Course, Learners Will Be Able to:

Understand when the appointment of the PSDP is required

Understand how to implement the role of PSDP for your project

Know what safety documentation is required

Understand how to terminate the role at the end of the project

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Frequently Asked Questions

How are the courses delivered?

All www.gavin-coyle.com have been developed by the leading safety experts within the Coyle Group business.

The aim of the courses is to deliver the necessary information to people in basic language and without much jargon.

The self-directed courses give learners the flexibility to choose a course, and to study it in their own time and at their own pace.

All modules are short in duration and are delivered as basic awareness courses to include downloadable templates and a certificate of attendance.

Who are these courses for?

The online courses are suitable for anyone who wants to increase their awareness of health and safety in the workplace.

They are particularly relevant to those working in construction, and small businesses.

Anyone can enroll and complete any number of courses that will benefit them, their employees, colleagues, service users, or students in the area of safety, health, and welfare in the workplace.

Are the courses certified?

On successful completion of a course, learners can download a certificate of completion.

This certificate is confirmation that you have completed an awareness-raising course.

It is not a qualification but may be used for training record purposes in work or education. 

Further information is available on each course outline page.

How many courses can I take?

You can take any number of courses in the online suite.

Once you have registered and have your login details, simply browse the list of courses available.

You may choose any of the courses available that are beneficial and of interest to you.

Simply follow the instructions to login and enroll.

How long does it take to complete a course?

The time to complete a course will vary.

Most of the courses have an estimated completion time of 45min minutes, others will take approximately 1 hr 30 mins minutes to complete.

Can you save a partly completed course and come back to it?

Yes, you can progress through a course at your own pace.

The system will save your progress and you can leave a course and logout and come back and complete it at a later time/date.

However, you must complete the entire course successfully to receive certification.

How long will I be enrolled on a course for?

Once you have been enrolled on a course you can access it any time, even if you have completed the course.

The course may be reviewed in review mode without affecting your progress.

Why are your courses important for my business or project?

Health and safety training provides your workforce with the skills and knowledge to perform their duties safely and responsibly for themselves and their co-workers.

By protecting your workers, you reduce absences, ensuring that your workplace is more efficient and productive

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