A significant proportion of the construction industry is currently involved with the refurbishment of occupied premises. This easy and concise reference guide aims to assist clients, planning supervisors, designers and contractors in this area to be aware of their obligations under the existing regulations. Based around the CDM regulations, it draws information from Health and Safety Executive data and case study research to develop a profile of construction activities which will enable readers to identify and prioritise significant health and safety risks during the refurbishment of occupied buildings.