
Case Study
Strategic CDM Advisory Service for Boldyn Networks' London Datacentre Projects
Client Overview
Boldyn Networks is a leading provider of advanced shared network infrastructures, dedicated to creating a smart, inclusive, and sustainable future. They specialise in delivering cutting-edge connectivity solutions, including 5G private networks, high-performance Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS), small cell deployments, and high-capacity fibre networks
Project Overview
The datacentre projects involved providing pre-construction information and CDM advisory services across 2 major sites in London. The objective was to assist Boldyn Networks in fulfilling their Principal Contractor & Principal Designer obligations under the Construction Design Management (CDM) regulations and ensure the project met all necessary health & safety standards.
Challenges
• Ensuring compliance with CDM regulations.
• Aligning H&S standards with Boldyn Networks policies and procedures.
• Ensuring effective communication and coordination between Boldyn Networks senior management, project teams, and external suppliers.
• Managing project risks and ensuring timely resolution of non-conformances.
Solutions
1. Pre-Construction Information Pack:
o Aligned timelines and targets with the project teams.
o Defined a pre-construction information checklist to set minimum standards.
o Conducted desktop reviews of existing building/services documentation.
o Issued the final pre-construction packs aligned with agreed targets.
2. CDM Advisory Services:
o Assisted senior management in setting HSE project goals and objectives.
o Briefed projects and senior management on their CDM Client responsibilities.
o Carried out CDM supplier HSE evaluations for two suppliers.
o Conducted reviews of construction designs and CDM documentation compliance.
o Held virtual H&S support meetings via MS Teams.
o Conducted onsite H&S visits for pre-construction assessments.
o Performed onsite construction audits focusing on power and cooling, and fibre and rack installations.
3. Management of Project Risks:
o Conducted remote reviews of critical H&S documentation, including Construction Phase Plans (CPP), Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMS), Rescue and Lifting Plans
o Performed onsite H&S reviews and inspections to ensure Principal Contractor’s compliance with CDM.
4. Principal Designer Governance:
o Issued detailed Principal Designer standards and processes.
o Reviewed pre-construction information.
5. Ongoing Support:
o Held weekly H&S assurance meetings with senior management.
o Maintained ongoing communication with senior management, principal contractor, and construction team.
o Coordinated the HSE F10 notification submission.
Results
• Successful alignment of Boldyn Network’s H&S standards, policies and procedures.
• Effective management and resolution of non-conformances.
• Comprehensive pre-construction information pack delivered on time.
• Enhanced Health & Safety performance through thorough evaluations and audits.
• Improved project risk management and compliance with CDM regulations.
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