Vodafone is a global telecommunications leader supporting critical national infrastructure across regulated utilities and energy networks. As part of a wider network rationalisation programme, Vodafone delivered a series of hilltop site decommissioning works across Cadent Gas locations, involving complex risk profiles, multiple contractors and geographically dispersed sites.
Key Information
Client: Vodafone
Sector: Telecommunications & Regulated Utilities
Role: Principal Contractor CDM Oversight
Scope: Multi-site decommissioning programme
Programme duration: 12 months
Geography: United Kingdom
Our Health & Safety Role in Programme Oversight
Pro Safety Management provided independent Principal Contractor Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM) oversight, working alongside Vodafone’s leadership teams to support the effective discharge of dutyholder responsibilities under CDM 2015.
CDM is a European Directive, and is a key regulation to ensure correct planning, design, construction, and handover. The regulation provides a key framework which can be applied to any global rollout.
Operating as an expert partner, we strengthened health and safety governance arrangements. This involved checking onsite health & safety controls are in place, the provision of supervision, and coaching to the project management team.
Our oversight focused on proactive risk identification, supply chain coordination and programme-level assurance, enabling Vodafone to maintain momentum while operating safely within a highly regulated infrastructure environment.
Outcomes & Programme Impact
- Zero reportable accidents or incidents across the programme
- Consistent application of CDM requirements across all sites and suppliers
- Enhanced confidence and visibility for Vodafone project leadership
- Early identification and resolution of compliance risks
- Oversight model adopted as a non-negotiable requirement for subsequent phases
- Programme confidence and continuity for Vodafone leadership
Client Feedback
“We have a strong partnership with Pro Safety Management, who have supported Vodafone with Construction (Design & Management) (CDM) Principal Contractor & Principal Designer duties for our contracts.
Their tailored approach and expertise in CDM has ensured that we meet all legal requirements and maintain high standards when meeting project milestones.
PSM’s professionalism, reliability, and experience have made them a trusted partner. Their ability to coordinate and support with project teams and oversee CDM compliance has been key to delivering safe and successful results.”
Gus Birks
Vodafone Health and Safety Governance Manager
“Pro Safety Management demonstrated exceptional professionalism and expertise throughout the RSSI hilltop decommissioning project.
Their deep understanding of CDM obligations and proactive approach to health and safety ensured full compliance and seamless delivery under challenging conditions.
The team’s collaborative spirit, attention to detail, and ability to anticipate and mitigate risks were instrumental in achieving our objectives as Principal Contractor.
I would highly recommend Pro Safety Management to any organisation seeking a trusted partner for complex projects requiring rigorous safety standards and operational excellence and I very much look forward to their help in my next project with Principal Contractor responsibilities.”
Toria Kirk
Vodafone Project Manager
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