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800 Introduction to Construction Safety Management
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Involvement Begins Before the Project Starts

It's important that the employer communicates about safety in all phases of the construction project. From the time the project is first conceived until it is finished, safety must be an important part of the development and planning process.

It is important the employer communicates about safety in every phase of the project.

During the Pre-Award phase, requirements are developed, solicitations are sought, contractors are selected and contracts are awarded. Key safety related efforts during this phase include:

  • consideration of a contractor's past performance during the contractor selection process,
  • establishment of appropriate safety and health requirements in contract specifications, and
  • inclusion of applicable safety and health clauses.

Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.

2-2. Requirements are developed, solicitations are sought, contractors are selected, and contracts are awarded during the _____.