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Design and Construction Standards

Technical Specification

SECTION 01 35 23

Project Safety Requirements - CIP

All renovation and new construction activities on The University of Texas at Austin campuses are required to meet the UT Austin Design and Construction Standards (DCS) from the planning and design stages through actual construction and facilities maintenance. These standards reflect the planning, design, construction, maintenance, and other facilities asset expertise of University personnel. Any exceptions shall be submitted by the Project Manager as a Standards Exception Request and incorporated after approval is received from the respective Division Champion. The Design and Construction Standards are managed by Campus Operations, and updated with the advice of multiple campus groups at The University of Texas at Austin. This document is the property of UT Austin, and use of this document, in part or in whole, for any purpose other than for a UT Austin project may not be done without written permission of the University.

For any comments or questions related to UT Austin Design and Construction Standards, please contact

Campus Operations at: campus_standards@austin.utexas.edu or by phone at (512) 471-0665.

The issuance and revision history of this Section is tabulated below. Please destroy any previous copy in your possession.

Rev Date Pages Remarks Documents Referenced

2/14/23 All Technical Specification for use on CIPs updated to current format.

Section 01 35 23 OFPC document, revision dated

4/2/2020.

11/30/2023 All Technical Specification published.

9/1/2025 All Updated Technical Specification for use on CIP’s.

Section 01 35 23 UTS document, revision dated

11/1/2024.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

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SECTION 01 35 23 PROJECT SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 OVERVIEW

A. The Owner’s objective is an injury and incident-free Project, with a focus on project safety that shall not be compromised to achieve any other business objective. The Contractor shall structure an effective and systematic safety management approach that emphasizes continuous improvement.

B. The Owner has included in this specification numerous safety requirements that are noticeably more stringent than that of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). It is the responsibility of the Contractor and Subcontractor of any tier to read, understand, and adhere to all applicable requirements as stated in this Section.

C. Under no circumstance shall the UTS Project Safety Requirements 01 35 23 be omitted from the contract documents or be amended, diminished, or waived in any manner. The University of Texas System - Office of Risk Management (UTS-ORM) is the only entity authorized to modify or allow compliance exceptions to the UTS Project Safety Requirements 01 35 23.

1.2 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. The Contractor and Subcontractor of any tier shall adhere to the Owner’s established safety requirements, processes, procedures, and work practices while working on this Project.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. The term “Owner’s Safety Representative” (OSR) as used throughout the Contract documents shall refer to any construction safety professional who are acting on behalf of the Owner. This will include but not limited to the UTS-ORM Construction Safety and Risk Management Coordinator, Institution’s Construction Safety Representative(s), and any other Safety Representative(s) associated with the Owner.

B. The term Contractor as used throughout the Contract Documents shall refer to the lead contractor on the Project, responsible for scheduling subcontractors, ensuring that they comply with all relevant laws and building codes, and have overall responsibility for all aspects of safety for the Project.

C. The term “Project Safety Coordinator” as used throughout the Contract Documents shall refer to the Contractor’s construction safety professional who is acting on behalf of the Contractor and who shall be responsible for all safety documentation review and acceptance, safety training, Project safety orientations, daily safety inspections, incident investigations, safety documentation retention, record keeping, incident reporting, incident response, claims management, safety related communications to the Owner, and shall serve as the technical advisor to the Contractor’s project staff for all safety issues.

D. The term “Project Safety Assistant(s)” (PSA) as used throughout the Contract documents shall refer to any Contractor’s construction safety professional who is acting on behalf of the Contractor and who shall perform safety related tasks as delegated by the PSC.

E. The term “Subcontractor’s Safety Representative” (SSR) as used throughout the Contract Documents shall refer to a person employed by the Subcontractor of any tier who is identified as the recognized safety representative and who possesses the proper credentials for the position.

The SSR is understood to be the immediate supervisor unless identified and documented otherwise. The SSR shall have full responsibility for the work performed and the safety of the workers under his/her control. Every Subcontractor of any tier shall provide at least one (1)

01 35 23 3 9/1/2025 recognized SSR onsite anytime that Subcontractor is working on the Project. This position cannot be delegated to the Contractor or any other Subcontractor of another tier.

F. The term “Qualified” as used throughout this Section shall match the definition within the OSHA Construction Safety Standards (Title 29 CFR, Part 1926). Qualified means one who, by possession of a recognized degree, certificate, or professional standing, or who by extensive knowledge, training, and experience, has successfully demonstrated the ability to resolve problems relating to the subject matter, the work, or the Project.

G. The term “Competent” as used throughout this Section shall match the definition within the OSHA Construction Safety Standards (Title 29 CFR, Part 1926). Competent person means one who can identify existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them. In addition to the OSHA standard, this person must be trained and knowledgeable in the construction and/or operation of specific equipment or a specific work method and show proper documentation to support such training. Basic awareness training will not be acceptable for this position.

H. The term “Construction Area” as used throughout this Section shall refer to the portion of the Owner’s property that is released to the Contractor’s care and control and is designated by the Contractor as the space where actual construction efforts will be undertaken to execute the Work.

This designation may also include areas outside the Owner’s immediate property, in a public Right of Way, or any other area(s) associated with the ongoing Project construction work.

I. The term “Administration Area” as used throughout this Section shall refer to the portion of the Owner’s property that is released to the Contractor’s care and control and is designated by the Contractor as the space where support efforts will be undertaken to provide administrative needs for the Work. If the Project has project office(s) and/or trailers within the confines of the Owner’s property, that space and the parking area around them may be designated as an Administration Area.

J. The term “Worker” as used throughout this Section shall refer to any person who is assigned specifically to the Project, has successfully completed the Project safety orientation, and has been issued a Project specific identification (ID) badge. That would include the onsite project management staff of the Contractor and Subcontractor of any tier assigned specifically to the Project.

K. The term “Visitor” as used throughout this Section shall refer to any person who is not assigned specifically to the Project, has successfully completed the Project safety orientation, and has been issued a Project specific identification (ID) badge. That would include the onsite project management staff of the Contractor and Subcontractor of any tier assigned specifically to the Project.

L. The term “Owner’s Designated Representative” (ODR) as used throughout the Contract documents shall refer to the individual(s) assigned by the Owner to act on its behalf, and to undertake certain activities as specifically outlined in the Contract. For the purposes of this specification section, the words “Owner” and “Owner’s Designated Representative” are interchangeable. The Owner’s Designated Representative is a representative of The University of Texas System Office of Capital Projects or Project Manager for the Campus. The ODR is the only party authorized to direct changes to the scope, cost, or time of the contract.

M. The term University of Texas System – Office of Risk Management (UTS-ORM) as used throughout this section shall be the department assigned by the University of Texas System to administer the Owner’s construction insurance program, associated safety program, and the only party authorized to direct changes to the UTS Project Safety Requirements 01 35 23. UTS-ORM will consult and work with the ODR on all safety matters associated with the Project and this document.

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1.4 PURPOSE

A. The Contractor shall bear overall responsibility for all aspects of safety for the Project.

B. Contractor shall, at all times, provide adequate resources, equipment, training, and documentation to:

1. Comply with the requirements of this Section and all applicable Federal, State, and local statutes, standards, and regulations.

2. Provide a safe work environment at the Project.

3. Instill a culture of safe behavior in all supervisors and workers.

4. Ensure a universal understanding that safety and health issues take precedence over all other considerations at the Project.

5. Take immediate action(s) to correct and maintain corrective actions for all deficient safety conditions identified by the UTS–ORM, Owner’s representatives, and the Contractor’s PSC and/or PSA.

C. In any circumstance where this Section differs from, or conflicts with any statutory requirement, the more stringent shall apply.

D. The ODR reserves the right to have any person removed from the Project for disregarding Project safety requirements. Removal of the Contractor’s Project Superintendent, Contractor’s Project Manager, any Contractor’s Supervisor, Contractor’s PSC and/or PSA or SSR for any Subcontractor of any tier may result in work stoppage that will remain in effect pending approval of a suitable replacement. The Contractor shall not be allowed any consideration for time or monetary compensation for said stoppage.

E. The ODR reserves the right to deduct from the Contract any safety related expenses that the Owner incurs as a result of the Contractor’s, or any Subcontractor’s, failure to comply with the requirements of this Section.

F. The ODR will deny requests for time extensions and/or monetary considerations whenever the Owner intercedes on behalf of safety compliance as a result of Contractor failure to act as required by Contract.

1.5 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. In addition to specific references indicated herein, the Contractor's attention is also directed, but not limited, to the following publications and documents:

1. Current edition of Uniform General Conditions for The University of Texas System Building Construction Contracts (UGC).

2. Owner’s Special Conditions

3. Current edition of OSHA Safety Standards for the Construction Industry, CFR Title 29, Part 1926.

4. Most current adopted edition of NFPA 241 - Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alteration and Demolition Operations.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 PROJECT SAFETY COORDINATOR (PSC)

A. The Contractor shall provide a fully qualified Project Safety Coordinator (PSC) for the Project.

The PSC is required from the commencement of construction until at least such time the Owner’s Designated Representative (ODR) issues notice of Substantial Completion without exceptions (or Owner’s equivalent). ODR’s written approval is needed prior to the PSC removal. The most current career experience of a proposed PSC shall include at least seven (7) consecutive years that have been dedicated solely to building construction safety with at least five (5) years of building construction safety management experience. General industry or specialty contractor safety experience will not be considered for meeting the comprehensive building construction experience requirement. Any proposed PSC shall also be able to demonstrate continuing safety training for the claimed time period. Any candidate that has completed a four (4) year degree in a construction safety discipline shall also be able show at least three (3) years of actual field experience in building construction safety to be considered for a PSC position. Successful achievement of a nationally recognized safety certification (CSP, CHST, etc.) may add up to an additional two (2) years of experience. The UTS-ORM reserves the right to determine years of credit based on the recognition of the certification and requirements to achieve and maintain certification. In addition to the required experience level, the PSC shall have practical knowledge, working experience, and documented continuing education in all of the following: a) fall protection,

b) scaffold (ground supported and suspended), c) excavation/trench, d) confined space (permit/non-permit), e) crane operation, f) electrical safety, g) incident investigation, h) industrial hygiene for construction, i) fire protection and prevention, j) lockout/tagout, k) basic crane rigging, and l) respiratory protection. Training of less than four (4) hours in duration per topic will not be considered acceptable for this requirement. Continuing education of noted training must be dated within five (5) years of the Notice to Proceed for Construction Services (or Owner’s equivalent) for the Project. OSHA 500 Trainer Course for Construction or OSHA 510 OSHA Standards for the Construction Industry certificates alone will not be acceptable for this training requirement.

The PSC shall also possess a certificate of completion for the OSHA 500 Trainer Course for Construction or OSHA 502 Update for the Construction Industry Outreach Trainers. The PSC must show evidence of specialized training with in-person demonstration of competency for Emergency First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) current to within two (2) years. Formal submittal of all qualifications for the PSC position must be provided for review and acceptance before any portion of the Work will be allowed to commence. The ODR and/or UTS-ORM reserve the right to determine acceptability of any degree, experience, certification, and continuing education claimed. Any candidate proposed that does not meet these minimum qualifications will not be accepted. All required qualifications and continuing education must be maintained throughout the duration of the Project. When requested by the ODR and/or UTS-ORM, the Contractor shall provide documentation to support the qualifications and experience of the training organization(s) and/or individual(s) that provided the training. The ODR and/or UTS-ORM reserves the right to determine the acceptability of the training organization, trainer, and training being claimed.

2.2 PROJECT SAFETY ASSISTANT (PSA)

A. Project Safety Assistant(s) (PSA(s)) are also required. The number of and placement on the project is determined by the final contracted construction value (CV) and average number of daily workers. The most current career experience of any proposed PSA must include at least five (5) consecutive years that have been dedicated solely to building construction safety. General industry or specialty contractor safety experience will not be considered for meeting the comprehensive building construction experience requirement. Any proposed PSA shall also be able to demonstrate continuing safety training for the same time period. Any candidate that has completed a four (4) year degree in a construction safety discipline must show at least one (1) year of actual field experience in building construction safety to be considered for a PSA position.

Successful achievement of a nationally recognized safety certification (CSP, CHST, etc.) may

01 35 23 6 9/1/2025 add up to an additional two (2) years of experience. The UTS-ORM reserves the right to determine years of credit based on the recognition of the certification, and requirements to achieve and maintain certification. The PSA must have practical knowledge, working experience, and documented continuing education in all of the following: a) fall protection, b) scaffolds (ground supported and suspended), c) excavation/trench, d) confined space (permit/non-permit), e) crane operations, f) electrical, g) incident investigation, h) industrial hygiene for construction, i) fire protection and prevention, j) lockout/tagout, k) basic crane rigging, and l) respiratory protection.

Training of less than four (4) hours in duration per topic will not be considered acceptable for this requirement. Continuing education of noted training must be dated within five (5) years of the Notice to Proceed for Construction Services (or Owner’s equivalent) for the Project. OSHA 500 Trainer Course for Construction or OSHA 510 OSHA Standards for the Construction Industry certificates alone will not be acceptable for this training requirement. The PSA shall possess a certificate of completion for the OSHA 510 (Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry) or the OSHA 500 (Trainer Course for Construction) or OSHA 502 (Update for the Construction Industry Outreach Trainer) in addition to the continuing education requirements previously noted. The certificate must be dated within five (5) years of the Notice to Proceed for Construction Services (or Owner’s equivalent) for the Project. The PSA must show evidence of specialized training with in-person demonstration of competency for Emergency First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) current to within two (2) years. Formal submittal of all qualifications for the PSA position must be provided for review and acceptance before placement on the Project. The ODR and/or UTS-ORM reserve the right to determine acceptability of any degree, experience, certificate, and continuing education claimed. Any candidate proposed that does not meet these minimum qualifications will not be accepted. All required qualifications and continuing education must be maintained throughout the duration of the Project. When requested by the ODR or UTS-ORM, the Contractor shall provide documentation to support the qualifications and experience of the training organization(s) and/or individual(s) that provided the training. The ODR and/or UTS-ORM reserves the right to determine the acceptability of the training organization, trainer, and training being claimed.

2.3 PSC AND PSA - VERIFICATION OF QUALIFICATIONS

A. The qualifications and previous work experience of the proposed Project Safety Coordinator (PSC) shall be submitted during the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) phase for the Project.

Based on final Contractor selection for the project, additional information for the Project Safety Coordinator will be required prior to written acceptance for the position. Contractor selection for the project does not guarantee proposed PSC acceptance. Prior to Notice to Proceed for Construction Services (or Owner’s equivalent) for the Project, the Contractor must provide resume(s) and required continuing education documentation for the proposed PSC and prior to the project worker count as required for each PSA. Any PSC or PSA additions or changes after the original acceptance date(s) must be formally submitted for consideration to the ODR and UTS-ORM. In the case of the PSC, no work will be allowed to commence prior to review for acceptance by UTS-ORM and final written acceptance by the ODR. In the case of the PSAs, each must be reviewed for acceptance by UTS-ORM, final

2.4 PSC AND PSA – DETERMINING THE NUMBER OF REQUIRED PSCS AND PSAS

A. The total number of PSCs and PSAs for a Project will be determined by the anticipated total cost for construction services for the completed project using the values below:

1. For projects up to and including Ten Million Dollars ($10,000,000), only the PSC shall be required.

2. For projects over Ten Million Dollars ($10,000,000) and up to and including Thirty Million Dollars ($30,000,000), the PSC and the initial PSA will be required. For projects over Thirty Million Dollars ($30,000,000) and up to and including One Hundred Eighty Million Dollars

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($180,000,000), the PSC, initial PSA and an additional PSA will be required. For projects over One Hundred Eighty Million Dollars ($180,000,000), the PSC, initial PSA, and two (2) additional PSAs will be required. Based on scope of work and/or anticipated hazard(s), additional PSA(s) may be required. Any additional PSA(s) beyond those noted above shall be determined and negotiated by the ODR prior to GMP. prior to development of the GMP for the project.

2.5 PSC AND PSA – DETERMINING THE PLACEMENT ON THE PROJECT AND REMOVAL

FROM THE PROJECT BASED ON TOTAL DAILY WORKER COUNT ON THE PROJECT

A. The placement and removal of the PSC and any PSA for a Project will be determined by the daily population of persons, using the following:

1. One (1) PSC shall be provided by the Contractor and shall be assigned full time, have no duties other than safety, and be dedicated daily to the Project from the Notice to Proceed for Construction Services (or Owner’s equivalent) for the Project until at least Substantial Completion without Exceptions (or Owner’s equivalent) for the Project. The ODR’s written approval is required prior to release.

2. The initial one (1) PSA shall be provided by the Contractor and shall be assigned full time, have no duties other than safety, and be dedicated daily to the Project at the time that the total daily population reaches twenty-five (25) workers, and shall remain on the Project until at least Substantial Completion (or Owner’s equivalent) and the population decreases to and is confirmed to remain below 25 workers. The ODR’s written approval is required prior to release.

3. The second PSA shall be provided by the Contractor and shall be assigned full time, have no duties other than safety, and be dedicated daily to the Project when the total daily population of workers at the Project rises to one hundred and fifty (150). Additional PSAs shall be provided by the Contractor and shall be assigned full-time, have no duties other than safety, and be dedicated daily to the Project when the total daily population of workers increases by another increment of one hundred and fifty (150). The additional PSA(s) shall remain on the Project until the daily number of workers decreases to and is confirmed to remain below the number that required them to be placed on the Project. The ODR’s written approval is required prior to the release of any PSA.

4. For Contracts that involve multiple Phases, Stages, and scope adjustments through the execution Change Orders, the value for construction services shall accumulate as additional packages of work are added to the overall contract. If there are significant gaps between the worker count of the previous or current work and the additional work, the ODR will decide if the additional work shall impact only the demand for additional PSAs. The requirement for the PSC will remain as indicated in Section 2.5.A.1.

5. During scheduled daily work, a full complement of safety persons must be on site in the numbers as required in Sections 2.5.1.1, 2.5.1.2 and 2.5.1.3. If either the PSC or any of the assigned PSA(s) will not be on site during the project work scheduled, the ODR must be notified in writing with a detailed plan for replacement no less than two (2) weeks prior to the planned absence (for non- emergencies only) or as soon as the safety person’s status is confirmed (for emergencies only). Only in the event of an emergency situation (as determined with concurrence of the ODR and/or ORM), an acceptable replacement must be provided if the absence will be for more than twenty-four (24) continuous hours. If any other work (nights, weekends, or holidays) is planned, the crew size of that specific shift shall determine the number of safety personnel required, but at a minimum, the PSC or one (1) PSA must be on site during any work activities. The number of safety persons on site during nights, holidays, or weekends must be with written concurrence of the ODR.

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2.6 SUB-CONTRACTOR’S SAFETY REPRESENTATIVE (SSR)

A. Each Subcontractor of any tier shall declare one (1) or more employees to be its designated SSR.

The SSR shall be dedicated to the Project for on-site safety responsibilities. This position cannot be delegated to another tiered contractor.

B. The SSR may have collateral duties but must be on the Project site and have the ability to actively oversee all ongoing activities when any part of the applicable Subcontractor’s work is being performed. The PSC shall formally approve each SSR prior to the commencement of work for that subcontractor.

C. Each Subcontractor of any tier’s SSR must be able to demonstrate a minimum of three (3) verifiable years of the most current experience in the work scope that the SSR will oversee, training in the activities of the work, equipment to be used, and shall possess a certificate of completion for the OSHA 30 Hour Construction Outreach Training dated within five (5) years prior to placement on the Project. Only a sub-tiered contractor that will have no more than three (3) workers on the project during their entire scope of work may petition to be excluded from the requirement for the OSHA 30 Hour Construction Outreach Training only. Any exception for the OSHA 30 Hour Construction Outreach Training shall only be allowed by written approval of the ODR. Initial documentation to support the SSR of the Subcontractor of any tier’s experience and training must be provided with the subcontractor’s site-specific safety plan. Documentation to support any additional SSR(s) of the Subcontractor of any tier’s experience and training must be provided prior to placement in the SSR position.

2.7 CONTRACTOR PROJECT SAFETY MANAGEMENT PLAN (PSMP)

A. The Contractor shall develop, implement, and furnish adequate resources for their PSMP.

B. The objectives and intent of the PSMP shall include, but not be limited to:

1. Anticipating, planning, controlling and coordinating work to eliminate hazards, minimize risks, and aggressively manage losses involving injuries or property damages;

2. Ensuring education and training for best safety practices by all workers.

3. Holding supervisors accountable for safety performance of their workers.

4. Documenting and recording preventative measures, establishing inspection, notification, and investigation requirements, and measuring results of performance.

5. Providing protection for adjacent property and safety for the public.

C. The PSMP shall address the inclusion of the Owner’s Program for electronic collection of safety observations. The terms of this Owner directed Program shall not be replaced by any existing program including any existing version of the same Program already used by the Contractor.

Within fourteen (14) calendar days of the issue of the Notice to Proceed (NTP) for Construction Services (or Owner’s equivalent) for the Project, the Contractor shall have available device(s) to record field observations.

D. Within twenty-one (21) calendar days of the anticipated issuance of the Notice to Proceed (NTP) for Construction Services (or Owner’s equivalent) for the Project, the Contractor shall submit a complete draft of the PSMP to the ODR and UTS-ORM for review and acceptance. The structure of the PSMP shall align with the sections 3.2.A.1-3.2.22 as applicable to the Project. If found complete and acceptable by the ODR and UTS-ORM, the ODR will provide a written acceptance as developed. If the PSMP is found to be unacceptable in its submitted form, the plan shall be revised to incorporate ODR and/or UTS-ORM comments into a final draft and shall be resubmitted as the amended version to the ODR and UTS-ORM. Plan must be found acceptable by the ODR

01 35 23 9 9/1/2025 and UTS-ORM prior to the issuance of NTP for Construction Services (or Owner’s equivalent) for the Project.

E. Beginning with the NTP for Construction Services (or Owner’s equivalent) for the Project, the PSC shall formally evaluate and update the PSMP and its supporting documentation as construction activities dictate, but at least semi-annually to ensure effectiveness and continuous improvement.

The PSC must provide means to verify required evaluation and update.

2.8 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

A. PPE shall be inspected, maintained, and worn per the manufacturer’s requirements by all persons while in active construction area(s). The following items shall be furnished, inspected, and maintained by the employer:

1. Hard Hats shall be ANSI stamped (Z89.1-1997, Type I, Class E, G and C). Hard Hats shall be worn 100% of the time in construction areas, with the brim forward (or as allowed by the manufacturer). “Cowboy” style hard hats shall not be allowed. Hard hats with noticeable wear or damage shall be replaced. Each hard hat shall be examined by the PSC or PSA during the Project Safety Orientation to confirm acceptable condition. Unacceptable hard hats must be replaced prior to entry into the construction area.

2. Safety glasses stamped ANSI Z87 and with side shields are the only acceptable eye protection to be used on the project. If a worker wears prescription glasses (plastic lens only) that are not marked Z87, the employer shall furnish goggles or safety glasses that are designed to fit over another pair of glasses. Eye protection shall be maintained in serviceable condition (per manufacturer) and worn 100% of the time in the construction area. Anytime powder actuated tools, electric or air operated grinding tools, electric or air operated impact tools, chop saws, masonry saws, chainsaws, drilling tools, or any other tool that discharges flying debris are used, a combination of eye protection and full-face protection shall be worn. Protection must be designed to prevent any air borne material from penetrating the eye and face protection. Tinted eye protection shall not be worn inside an enclosed structure, low light areas of the Project, during low light times of day or weather conditions, or as directed by the PSC or PSA.

3. High visibility vests or high visibility upper body clothing (equivalent to ANSI Class 2 or greater as applicable) shall be worn in the construction area. Primary work activities such as traffic control, excavations, rigging from ground level, exterior work at ground level or sub-ground level, earth moving operations may require ANSI Class 3.

B. The Contractor shall purchase and maintain an appropriate inventory of types and sizes to be able to furnish a hard hat, a pair of safety glasses and a vest for up to ten (10) Owner representatives who may visit the Project. All visitors shall wear proper PPE while on the Project.

That includes footwear as indicated in section 2.8.F.

C. Hearing Protection use shall meet or exceed 29 CFR Part 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction. Except for suppression of sound energy level, no devices or equipment shall be placed in or over the ears. Portable radios, cell phones, i- pads/tablets, or any other electronic devices shall not be used by the general workforce for any reason while in the construction area.

Use by supervision, project management, and safety persons is allowed for work related and emergency communications only. Any additional persons using these devices must be by written approval of the ODR. Music devices with or without earpieces are strictly prohibited by anyone while in the construction area. The Contractor may designate an area inside the limits of the Project but outside of the active construction area where the use of cell phones is allowed during scheduled breaks and lunch only. Location must be by written approval of the ODR. All Project workers must be instructed as to these location(s) and the overall use policy during the Project Safety Orientation.

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D. Hand Protection that is designed to counter the potential for injury exposure shall be furnished to all workers who must handle materials or equipment with sharp edges, slick surfaces, chemically reactive components, extreme temperatures, or any other anticipated hand hazard exposure.

E. Respiratory Protection shall meet or exceed 29 CFR Part 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction for the likely exposure.

F. Foot Protection (work shoes) must have soles with a resistance to punctures, uppers that cover the entire foot and ankle and resist scrapes and cuts. Additional protection such as metatarsal guards over work shoes (including steel toe boots) shall be provided when work operations may create impact exposures. Sandals, open toed shoes, dress loafers, high-heels, and all athletic style shoes (including those with ANSI markings) are prohibited in the construction area.

G. Other 29 CFR Part 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction required PPE shall be furnished as appropriate for specific tasks and likely hazards.

H. Other clothing:

1. Shirts shall not have noticeable holes and shall be free of profane, inflammatory, sexually explicit or discriminatory messages. Sleeve length shall extend at least four (4) inches beyond the ball of the shoulder and shirt length shall reach waist of pants. Shirts shall not provide snag points or visible amounts of exposed skin.

2. Pants shall be full length and shall not provide snag points or visible amounts of exposed skin.

2.9 MEDICAL EQUIPMENT

A. The Contractor shall purchase and maintain at least one (1) First Aid Kit on the Project site as per the current version of ANSI Z308.1. Depending on the size, configuration of the site, travel distance to retrieve, and time required to administer medical treatment, additional First Aid Kits may be required as determined by the PSC. The kit(s) should be readily available as needed.

B. The Contractor shall purchase and maintain at least one Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) unit on the Project site. The unit shall be in the Contractor’s Project site office with appropriate signage and must be accessible whenever work is ongoing. Depending on the size, configuration of the Project, travel distance to retrieve, and time required to administer medical treatment, additional AED units may be required as determined by the PSC. The AED(s) shall be readily available as needed.

C. A minimum of two (2) Contractor employees, with current certifications for First Aid/ CPR and for use of the AED and at least one (1) employee for each Subcontractor of any tier with current documentation for First Aid/CPR training, shall be on the Project whenever work is being performed.

2.10 WORKER TRAINING

A. All workers shall be trained to perform their specific task(s). Formal documentation to support claimed training must be provided. Acceptable documentation for all certifications and training claimed shall contain the name of the training organization, name and title of the trainer(s), date(s) of training, specific material covered with time spent on each topic, and details on the evaluation process used to determine worker understanding of training. Documentation must be provided by the training organization. Training documentation for all applicable workers must be kept up to date and accessible for review as requested. Worker evaluation alone does not meet the training requirements of this section. Training must be dated within five (5) years of the employer’s start on the Project. No work or operations may commence without the PSC having completed review and acceptance under this Section. Individuals who possess the required training shall be able to

01 35 23 11 9/1/2025 demonstrate acceptable proficiency to the PSC or PSA. When requested by the ODR or UTS- ORM, the Contractor and Subcontractor of any tier shall provide documentation to support the qualifications and experience of the organization and individual(s) that provided the training. The ODR and/or UTS-ORM reserves the right to determine acceptability of the training organization, trainer(s), and training being claimed.

B. For every make and model of crane and motor driven equipment (earth moving, lift platforms, suspended stages, material handling, etc.) brought onto the Project, the using company shall transmit to the PSC a list of employees who are trained and authorized to operate that make and model of equipment. Copies of training documentation in addition to any required certification(s) shall be provided. In addition, cranes shall be operated only by persons who possess certification from an organization that carries nationally recognized accreditation. Industrial Trucks (forklifts) shall only be operated by persons who have been certified by their employer. Individuals who possess required credentials shall demonstrate acceptable proficiency to the PSC or PSA.

C. For every position that is required to assist crane and motor driven equipment operations (flaggers, signal persons, riggers, spotters, etc.), the using company shall transmit to the PSC a list of employees who are trained and authorized to perform these functions. Individuals who rig loads for crane and motor driven equipment operations must be qualified by a nationally recognized organization. Individuals who possess the required training and credentials shall be able to demonstrate acceptable proficiency to the PSC or PSA.

2.11 PROJECT SAFETY SIGNS AND POSTERS

A. The Contractor shall post a pair of safety regulation signs at every point of entry to the Project:

one in English and one in Spanish. Font shall be black in color and sized in each language to completely fill the surface of a white-coated four foot (4’) vertical by eight foot (8’) horizontal sheet of 3/4 inch plywood and shall contain only the following text:

ALL VISITORS, DELIVERY PERSONS, AND NEW WORKERS MUST REPORT TO THE

PROJECT OFFICE BEFORE ENTERING ANY CONSTRUCTION AREA.

ALL PERSONS ENTERING ANY CONSTRUCTION AREA MUST WEAR STURDY WORK

SHOES, PROPER CLOTHING, A HARD HAT, SAFETY GLASSES, AND REFLECTIVE

VEST AT ALL TIMES – NO EXCEPTIONS ARE ALLOWED DURING WORK HOURS.

POSSESSION OF WEAPONS, ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, CONTROLLED

SUBSTANCES, OR DRUG PARAPHERNALIA WILL RESULT IN IMMEDIATE REMOVAL

FROM THIS PROPERTY.

USE OF ANY TYPE OF TOBACCO OR VAPING PRODUCT REGARDLESS OF CONTENT

IS PROHIBITED ON THIS PROJECT AND OWNER’S PROPERTY.

THE MAXIMUM SPEED LIMIT FOR ALL VEHICLES ON THE PROJECT SITE IS NINE (9)

MPH – LOWER SPEED MAY BE REQUIRED BY POSTED SIGNS IN SOME AREAS.

ONLY AUTHORIZED VEHICLES ARE ALLOWED ENTRY INTO CONSTRUCTION AREAS.

B. The Contractor shall post a notice sign at the project office in English and Spanish. Font shall be black in color on a white coated board and size of letters shall be at least three inches (3”) in height, and shall contain at least the following text:

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VISITORS, DELIVERY PERSONS AND NEW WORKERS MUST CHECK-IN HERE FIRST.

HARD COPIES OF SAFETY DATA SHEETS (SDS) FOR MATERIALS THAT WILL

BE USED OR STORED ON SITE MUST BE DELIVERED BY ALL SUBCONTRACTORS

TO THIS LOCATION AND SHALL BE AVAILABLE TO ANY REQUESTOR AS NEEDED.

C. The Contractor shall also post the following in locations that may easily be viewed by workers:

1. Color Codes for Quarterly Equipment Safety Inspections:

a. 1st Quarter = White (January 01– March 31)

b. 2nd Quarter = Green (April 01 – June 30)

c. 3rd Quarter = Red (July 01– September 30)

d. 4th Quarter = Orange (October 01 – December 31)

2. Emergency contacts list, including mobile phone numbers.

3. Hazard Rating Guide (HMIS and/or NFPA).

4. Insurance Provider for Worker’s Compensation Coverage for the Project.

5. Others as required by Federal and/or State regulation.

6. Signage that indicates “Only Construction Related Persons Allowed on this Project” shall be posted at all Project access points. Sign size must be as noted in 2.11.B.

2.12 PROJECT SAFETY FILE DOCUMENTS

A. The Contractor shall create and maintain files for Owner, OSR, and UTS-ORM review. The following files shall be established in one location on the Project and shall be made accessible to Owner agents during working hours. Additional safety files shall be created as directed by the ODR or UTS-ORM.

1. Project Safety Management Plan (PSMP)

2. Project Safety Management Plan Evaluations

3. Project Safety Orientation Documentation for all Workers

4. Project Access Log

5. Project Injury Log

6. Chemical Data Documentation for all Applicable Material on Site

7. Project Incident Notification, Investigation, and Evaluation Reports

8. All Qualified Person Certifications and Training Documentation

9. Project Competent Persons and Training Documentation

10. Motorized Equipment and Crane Operators Lists with Training Documentation

11. Concluded Job Hazard Analysis Documentation (for Contractor and each Subcontractor per operation)

12. Concluded Hot Work Permits

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13. Project Weekly Safety (“Tool Box”) Meeting(s).

14. Contractor’s Project Weekly Subcontractor Safety Representative (SSR) Meeting Minutes

15. Contractor’s Monthly Safety Report

16. Project Quarterly Safe Condition of Equipment Inspection Reports

17. Project Annual Equipment Inspection Reports

18. Project Permits (Closed Out)

19. Project Safety Infraction Records

20. Site Specific Safety Plan for Each Subcontractor of any tier on the Project

21. Drug and Alcohol Testing Confirmation Documentation

22. Contractor and Subcontractor of any tier’s Return to Work Policy and Acknowledgement

23. Contractor and Subcontractor of any tier’s UTS Project Safety Requirements 01 35 23 Acknowledgement.

24. Contractor and each Subcontractor of any tier’s required safety documentation

25. Other documentation as requested by the Owner or UTS-ORM to demonstrate compliance to the UTS Project Safety Requirements 01 35 23.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 POSITIONS, ROLES AND REQUIREMENTS FOR PROJECT SAFETY

A. Contractor’s Project Superintendent and Project Manager.

1. The Project Superintendent and Project Manager shall remain actively engaged and share responsibility for project safety throughout construction. Both shall support the PSC and PSA when actions are required to maintain a safe work environment at the Project. Project safety shall never be compromised to achieve any other business objective.

2. The Project Manager shall ensure that ALL Subcontractor of any tier receives a copy of the UTS Project Safety Requirements 01 35 23 (Exhibit N to verify) prior to the execution of a contract and ALL required safety documentation is submitted for review and acceptance by the PSC prior to the Subcontractor of any tier’s work start on the Project.

B. Project Safety Coordinator (PSC)

1. The PSC shall report directly to the Corporate Safety Director of the Contractor and shall not report to the Contractor’s Executive Team members for Production, Contractor’s Superintendent, Project Manager, or any other member of the Contractor’s Project Management team.

2. If removal of the PSC is initiated by the Contractor, the existing PSC shall remain in the position until a replacement candidate has been proposed to and found acceptable by the ODR and UTS-ORM. The ODR must provide written acceptance prior to assignment to the Project. If the PSC leaves before the proposal and acceptance procedure is concluded, the Contractor shall immediately install either a Contractor’s Safety Manager (Regional or Corporate) or a professional construction safety consultant as the PSC until a suitable replacement is accepted in writing by the ODR. Any temporary replacement must meet the

01 35 23 14 9/1/2025 qualification levels, be found acceptable by the ODR and UTS-ORM, perform the duties, and be present full-time on the Project as required of the PSC for work to proceed. A permanent replacement shall be accomplished within thirty (30) calendar days.

C. Project Safety Assistant (PSA)

1. The PSA shall report to and perform duties as directed by the PSC.

2. If removal of any PSA is initiated by the Contractor, the existing PSA shall remain in position until a replacement candidate has been proposed and found acceptable by the ODR and UTS-ORM, the ODR has provided written acceptance, and the PSA is specifically assigned to the Project. If any PSA(s) leaves before the proposal and acceptance process is concluded, the contractor shall immediately install either a Contractor’s Safety Management Representative (Regional or Corporate) or a professional construction safety consultant as the PSA until a suitable replacement is accepted in writing by the ODR. Any temporary replacement must meet the qualification levels, be found acceptable by the ODR and UTS-ORM, perform the duties, and be present full time on the Project as required of the PSA position. A permanent replacement shall be provided within thirty (30) calendar days.

D. Both PSC and PSA

1. The PSC and PSA shall have the authority to direct Contractor and Subcontractor of any tier’s personnel to correct any identified safety deficiency.

2. The PSC and PSA shall have “Stop Work Authority” to stop any operation(s) that involves any level of risk.

3. The PSC and PSA shall be fluent in English and shall have immediate access to the necessary resources to communicate verbally with all workers on the Project.

E. Subcontractor Safety Representative (SSR)

1. The SSR name, emergency contact information, and documentation of qualifications shall be submitted to and accepted by the PSC prior to the commencement of any work activities by the Subcontractor of any tier. Per this section, at least one SSR is required; however, the Subcontractor of any tier must plan for and make available as needed a qualified replacement should the primary SSR not be on site. The SSR shall ensure workers have the guidance, training, equipment, and material to safely perform their work. In addition, the SSR shall actively direct work activities, stop work when necessary, take immediate corrective actions when any safety deficiency is identified, and enforce discipline if any worker’s actions are not consistent with safe work practices.

2. The SSR shall submit a written task specific Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) (Exhibit M) daily and as work conditions change for each of the risk exposures associated with the employer’s portion of the work. Documentation of attendees and subject material covered must be provided by the SSR. Each submittal shall be reviewed and accepted by the PSC or PSA in the field at the work location and prior to commencement of the work operation that will create the exposure.

3. The SSR shall attend the Project Weekly Subcontractor Safety Representatives Meeting when their company is actively performing work at the Project.

4. The SSR shall accompany any injured worker that requires medical attention at a facility outside the Project. The SSR shall be responsible for notification to the PSC of any incident including near-misses and shall complete all the documents required to manage any

01 35 23 15 9/1/2025 insurance claims. The SSR shall participate in the Root Cause Analysis (RCA) development that involves their employer’s portion of the work.

5. Each SSR shall accompany the PSC, PSA, or an Owner’s Safety Representative during portions of each safety inspection that involves the Subcontractor’s scope of Work.

6. The SSR shall ensure that planning, training, equipment and materials are provided so that workers can perform their duties safely.

F. Work Crew Supervisor, Equipment Operator, Competent Person, Qualified Person Medical Responder

1. Supervisors, Operators, Competent Persons, and Medical Responders for each of the positions held shall be recognized by the employer through formal submittal to the PSC.

Documentation of training with applicable certification(s) shall be maintained in the Project safety file.

2. Designations of certifications and qualifications for special roles shall be clearly displayed on the back of the Project worker’s photo identification (ID) badge.

3.2 PROJECT SAFETY MANAGEMENT PLAN (PSMP)

The Contractor’s Corporate Safety Team and PSC shall develop and submit a site-specific PSMP that contains all the components of section 3.2 that is applicable to the scope of work for the Project. The structure of the PSMP shall align with the sections 3.2.A-3.2.W as applicable. The PSMP must be submitted to the ODR and UTS-ORM for review and ODR written acceptance prior to the Notice to Proceed for Construction Services (or Owner’s equivalent) for the Project.

The plan is to be periodically evaluated by the PSC and modified as conditions on the Project dictate.

A. Safety Mission and Policy Statement. The Contractor’s Safety Mission Statement shall include a commitment to create and maintain a work environment that will eliminate or minimize all risk exposures for all workers at the Project. The Safety Policy Statement shall include acknowledgement that the Contractor is accountable for providing and controlling a safe environment for all workers on the Project and members of the general public. An original signature and date to endorse and assure commitment by a Corporate Executive or Business Owner shall be affixed to this element of the PSMP. The PSMP shall include the following as a minimum:

B. Safety Roles and Responsibilities. This element shall outline and describe the roles, responsibilities,…