Building Safety Act 2022 Golden Thread Information Compliance Audit
This checklist covers compliance with Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015) and applicable UK statutory requirements for construction operations. Non-compliance can result in unlimited fines and up to two years imprisonment under CDM Regulations 2015 and HSWA 1974 Section 33.
- Industry: Construction
- Frequency: Quarterly
- Estimated Time: 20-30 minutes
- Role: Principal Contractor
- Total Items: 20
- Compliance: Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015), Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, BS EN 13374, Work at Height Regulations 2005
CDM 2015 Statutory Duties & Notification
Verify Principal Designer appointment, Construction Phase Plan, and HSE F10 notification per CDM 2015.
- Is a Principal Designer appointed in writing for notifiable projects requiring F10 notification to HSE?
- Is the Construction Phase Plan (CPP) prepared, suitable, and communicated to all workers?
- Is an F10 HSE notification submitted (or confirmed not required for non-notifiable works)?
- Attach photo of F10 notification, Construction Phase Plan, and Principal Designer appointment letter:
Pre-Construction Information, Welfare & Induction
Verify pre-construction surveys, welfare provision, and site induction compliance per CDM 2015.
- Are pre-construction surveys (asbestos, ground investigation, services) completed before work starts?
- Is a welfare provision plan in place providing toilets, washing facilities, rest area, and drinking water?
- Is site induction conducted for all workers before they begin work on site?
- Attach photo of pre-construction surveys, welfare facilities inspection, and site induction register:
Temporary Works, Scaffold & CDM File
Verify temporary works design, scaffold inspection, and CDM Health and Safety File compliance.
- Are all temporary works (excavations, propping, falsework) designed, inspected, and certified?
- Is the scaffold inspection register up to date (7-day intervals or after adverse weather)?
- Overall CDM and site safety compliance assessment:
- Attach photo of scaffold inspection tags, temporary works design, and CDM health and safety file:
H&S File, RIDDOR Reporting & Project Closeout
Verify H&S File compilation, RIDDOR incident reporting, and project closeout compliance per CDM 2015.
- Is the Health and Safety File being compiled by the Principal Designer and ready for handover at project completion?
- Is a record of RIDDOR-reportable incidents maintained and reportable incidents submitted to HSE online?
- Number of RIDDOR-reportable incidents on this project to date:
- Principal Contractor or Site Manager certification of inspection:
Corrective Actions & Inspector Sign-Off
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- List all deficiencies identified in this inspection:
- Overall compliance status?
- Corrective actions assigned to (name and department):
- Inspector digital signature and date:
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Why Use This Building Safety Act 2022 Golden Thread Information Compliance Audit?
This building safety act 2022 golden thread information compliance audit helps construction teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for principal contractor professionals, this checklist covers 20 critical inspection points across 5 sections. Recommended frequency: quarterly.
Ensures compliance with Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015), Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, BS EN 13374, Work at Height Regulations 2005. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Building Safety Act 2022 Golden Thread Information Compliance Audit cover?
This checklist covers 20 inspection items across 5 sections: CDM 2015 Statutory Duties & Notification, Pre-Construction Information, Welfare & Induction, Temporary Works, Scaffold & CDM File, H&S File, RIDDOR Reporting & Project Closeout, Corrective Actions & Inspector Sign-Off. It is designed for construction operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed quarterly. Each completion takes approximately 20-30 minutes.
Who should use this Building Safety Act 2022 Golden Thread Information Compliance Audit?
This checklist is designed for Principal Contractor professionals in the construction industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.