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Road Construction Safety Checklist

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Every road construction site is different. However, there are rudimentary safety rules which apply to all sites, in place to maintain the health and safety of both construction personnel and the public. On all road construction sites, there is an appointed Safety Officer who has the role of monitoring and enforcing all safety procedures. OSHA Code of Federal Regulations Title 29 Part 1926 details the safety guidelines for all construction sites, and all sites are required to have an OSHA compliant Safety Plan in place.

Protective Wear

On road construction sites, protective gear such as hard hats, reflective vests and steel capped boots are mandatory for all staff and visitors to the site. Additionally, specific activities such as jackhammering may require additional provisions such as protective earwear. Proper use of protective gear should be monitored by individual trade foremen and the site Safety Officer.

Emergency Procedures

An emergency strategy is a crucial part of the safety of a road construction site. Evacuation procedures must be posted in clear view at designated points throughout the site. In the event of an emergency, appointed emergency wardens are responsible for executing these procedures. Specifically trained staff members are also designated to administer first aid where necessary.

Hazard Identification

There are a multitude of hazards which can threaten the safety of site personnel, such as electrical, mechanical, trip or fall hazards. Frequent site checks are carried out by the Safety Officer, and in minor cases, hazards will be eliminated on the spot. More serious offenses may require that the site needs to be closed, for example, to clean up a chemical spill.

Security

For safety reasons, is it essential to monitor who is on site at all times. Permanent staff are required to undergo an induction process which explains the rules and responsibilities on site, after which they are issued a security pass. Any visiting staff such as civil engineers are required to sign in and out of a log sheet when on site. In the event of an emergency, the log sheet is used to account for all personnel on site. Perimeter security is also essential. Fencing and security personnel are used to make sure that members on the public are not put in harm's way and to reduce the number of traffic incidents.

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