Those in the construction field — owners, general contractors, and subcontractors — know that having a safety presence on project sites is a crucial factor to protect the team and should include a contractor safety management plan. However, creating a contractor safety management plan must include participation from everyone.

Construction Owners

As an owner, having a robust contractor safety management system is a must to protect one’s property and image. If the owner has multiple project sites, implementing a consistent safety plan for every location is the first step to protecting that image.

Owners can implement a consistent safety plan by:

• Writing clear policies and making them available to all employees
• Enforcing site policies through full-time safety managers
• Having regular inspections of the project sites to make sure all rules and regulations are being followed

General Contractors

General contractors can also help implement a consistent safety system on their project sites. They can do so by completing regular inspections and working closely with full-time safety managers. These inspections should focus on:

• Monitoring subcontractors and ensuring that all safety regulations are being met
• Monitoring site conditions
• Ensuring that all equipment, including personal protective equipment, is being used properly

Subcontractors

It’s important for general contractors to help implement a robust safety program. However, subcontractors are responsible for maintaining safe work conditions and following the site safety program. Hiring a full-time project safety manager has its benefits by:

• Enforcing safety regulations
• Writing Job Safety Analyses (JSAs)
• Performing safety trainings
• Leading daily toolbox talks for workers
• Ensuring that safety is at the forefront of every project

HazTek offers a fully comprehensive line of services and solutions — including Corporate Health and Safety Plans and EAPs — that are tailored to suit the needs of every company. We specialize in safety audits and inspections, site assessments, corporate health and safety programs, on-site safety management, and safety training. For additional information or to learn more about how HazTek can help, please contact HazTek at 888.842.9835 or email us at info@haztekinc.com

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