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If you are looking to start a new construction project, whether it’s a domestic alteration or major commercial build, it is important to put health and safety first. Universal Safety Practitioners has built a reputation for safely managing construction projects, including the appointment of Principal Designers throughout the Brighton and Hove area.

For construction projects that require more than one contractor, and therefore coordination of their separate services, a Principal Designer with experience, skills and knowledge of managing this must be appointed.

Universal Safety Practitioners will only appoint a Principal Designer who has:

  • A strong technical understanding of the construction industry and its relevant subdivisions for the project at hand;
  • Experience and comprehensive knowledge of how to manage Health & Safety during the design and planning processes; and
  • The skills to oversee Health & Safety and liaise with the relevant parties from the moment construction begins.

Universal Safety Practitioners’ Principal Designers

When appointing a Principal Designer for your construction project, we ensure that we put people in place with the best skills and experience for the job. With safety always on our minds, our Principal Designers will expertly manage the planning and design stage of your build, putting their practical experience to good use.

With hundreds of Principal Designers appointed for our clients, and a focus on bringing a high level of health and safety to building projects, we can ensure safe and practical solutions throughout all stages of the pre-construction process that follows through until completion.

Your construction project will benefit from our expertise in:

  • Pinpointing, managing and eliminating risks;
  • Attentive reporting and collaboration with the relevant duty holders;
  • Communicating with Principal Contractors for a well-managed and harmonious construction project; and
  • Producing detailed Health and Safety Files (H&S File) and Pre-construction Information (PCI) to guide each step of your project.

Why CDM Matters

CDM Construction

The Construction, Design and Management Regulations in 2015 (CDM) introduced an additional layer of safety to builds by requiring the appointment of a Principal Designer. This was put in place to ensure that all building projects have the correct Health and Safety governance in place, prior to the commencement of the project.

With all construction work in Brighton & Hove, Sussex and the rest of the UK, subject to CDM regulations, a competent Principal Designer is essential for the successful completion of your project.

We deliver hands-on Health and Safety management, working in collaboration with engineers, designers and architects to ensure every step of your project is considered from a health and safety point of view.

Why Choose Universal Safety Practitioners?

At USP we deliver a safety-first approach to all that we do, and whether you are renovating your home or building a new commercial facility, we give each project the same attention and focus. We ensure that our Principal Designers are appointed with industry-specific experience that relates to your project and the qualifications and skills to back it up.

Contact us or call 01903 942996 to arrange a consultation for Principal Designers for Brighton and Hove to ensure the health and safety of your construction project is managed by an experienced professional.

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We had the pleasure of working with USP on a project in Dagenham, they was very professional and always welcoming. Highly recommend this health and safety team to anyone looking for advise on any size projects they was amazing. Thank you again and we look forward to working with you again soon. TrueMedic Ltd
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Review for Tom – Outstanding Health & Safety Practitioner I highly recommend Tom as a health and safety practitioner. His expertise, attention to detail, and commitment to maintaining a safe environment are truly commendable. Tom is not only knowledgeable in all aspects of health and safety compliance, but he also goes above and beyond to ensure that everyone understands best practices and follows proper procedures. His professionalism, thorough risk assessments, and proactive approach make a significant difference in creating a safe workplace. Tom is approachable, reliable, and always ready to offer practical solutions tailored to specific needs. If you're looking for someone who genuinely cares about health and safety, Tom is the right choice!
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I worked closely with Joe from USP and it was a delight. He is incredibly knowledgeable and will go above and beyond to help you and your company with any questions relating to health and safety. Thank you to the whole team at USP for providing a brilliant service.
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James Fenton
1 October 2024
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We recently used Universal Safety Practitioners for a sitewide audit to benchmark our facility to industry standards. Jo was great to work with and provided helpful feedback on our paperwork and facility. The provided report was clear and gave a traffic light system of red, yellow, green for items that may require attention.
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Craig Harrison
26 September 2024
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Super thank you to Kevin, Joe and the team. Last minute they pulled out all the stops to get our company compliant. Extremely professional and experienced team. Our company is now in safe hands. Thanks again Craig Switched Group
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26 June 2024
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Thank you to Joe, Cailey and Stuart for an in depth efficient, personal service. Following our survey we received a very detailed report , this was complimented by a follow up call to explain what needed to be put in place. As it transpires…lots of paperwork !!!
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29 May 2024
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I have used USP several times to undertake our legal audits for OH&S and the Environment and I will be using them again in the future. Great service.
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Tom is highly professional and knowledgeable, approachable and willing to offer advice and guidance.
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14 May 2024
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We used USP for our installation project for a 3G Football pitch. They were extremely efficient and professional. They handled the Health & Safety side of things very quickly and the team were really helpful. Communication was really good and I would definitely use them again and would certainly recommend them 100%

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