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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 the Office of Campus Planning, 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 the Office of Campus Planning 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.

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11/30/2023 All Technical Specification published.

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). The reader will see text throughout these Requirements, matching the format of this paragraph, and is intended to call attention to the fact that the requirement being described is more stringent than that of OSHA. However, this does not relieve the reader from reading and understanding the entire Project Safety Requirements.

1.2 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. The Owner recognizes that the Contractor and Subcontractors may have existing safety management programs with established safety policies, processes, procedures, and work practices. The Owner will support these where they prove to be as effective and meet the intent and purpose of this Section. Upon request by the Owner, the Contractor and/or Subcontractors (of any tier) shall promptly produce and provide copies of any required documents related to Project safety. Where opportunities for improvement are identified, the Contractor and Subcontractors of any tier shall work collaboratively with The University of Texas (UT) in making appropriate revisions to progress toward an injury and incident-free workplace.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

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

B. The term “Project Safety Coordinator” (PSC) 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 safety training, inspections, incident investigations, record keeping, reporting, incident response, and claims management, and shall serve as the technical advisor to the Contractor’s project staff for all safety issues.

C. 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.

D. 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 designated 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. All subcontractors of any tier shall provide at least one recognized SSR anytime the subcontractor is working on the project.

E. 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

01 35 23 3 11/30/2023 knowledge, training, and experience, has successfully demonstrated the ability to resolve problems relating to the subject matter, the work , or the Project.

F. 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 is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or work ing 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.

G. 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.

H. 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 trailers within the confines of the Owner’s property, that space and the parking area around it may be designated as an Administration Area.

I. 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 ID badge.

J. The term “visitor” as used throughout this Section shall refer to any person who is not assigned specifically to the Project. Visitors will not be issued a project specific ID badge and shall not be allowed access to the “construction areas” unless escorted by a member of the Contractor’s project management staff or an Owner representative.

K. 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.

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.

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

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D. The ODR reserves the right to have any person removed from the Project for disregarding Project safety requirements. Removal of the Project Superintendent, Project Manager, any Supervisor, PSC, PSA or SSR 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.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 PROJECT SAFETY COORDINATOR (PSC)

A. The Contractor must provide a qualified Project Safety Coordinator (PSC). 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. ODR’s written concurrence is needed prior to PSC removal. Overall recent career experience must include at least seven (7) years that have been dedicated solely to building construction safety with at least five (5) years of construction safety process management experience. Any candidate that has completed a four

(4) year degree in a safety-related discipline must show at least three (3) years of actual field experience in safety to qualify for a PSC position. The PSC must have practical knowledge, working experience, and documented continuing education in fall protection, scaffolds, excavation, confined space, crane/equipment operations, electrical, incident investigation, and other such safety/health related training. 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 executed contract. OSHA 10/30-hour Construction Outreach or OSHA 510 certificates will not be acceptable for this training requirement. The PSC shall possess a certificate of completion for the OSHA 500 (Train the Trainer in Occupational Safety and Health for Construction Industry) or OSHA 502 (Update for the Construction Industry Outreach Trainer). The PSC must show evidence of specialized training for Emergency First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) current to within two (2) years. Formal submittal of proof must be provided prior to acceptance and before any portion of the Work will be allowed to commence. The ODR reserves the right to determine acceptability of the submitted training. Any candidate proposed that does not meet these minimum qualifications will not be accepted. Required qualifications must be maintained throughout the duration of the Project.

B. For projects less than $10M but greater than $5M, a fully qualified Project Safety Assistant (PSA) as described in Section 2.2 (below) may act as the Project Safety Coordinator (PSC).

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C. For projects $5M or less, a PSA-IT (Field Experience Only) qualified individual as described in Section 2.2.1.1.2 (below) may act as the Project Safety Coordinator (PSC).

This option allows the project Superintendent to perform both the duties of a Superintendent and PSC simultaneously.

2.2 PROJECT SAFETY ASSISTANT (PSA)

A. Project Safety Assistant(s) (PSA(s) are also required. Number of and placement on the project is determined by the final contracted construction amount and average daily work force. Primary recent experience of any proposed PSA must include at least five (5) years that have been dedicated solely to building construction safety. The PSA must have practical knowledge, working experience, and documented continuing education in fall protection, scaffolding, excavations, confined spaces, crane/equipment operations, electrical, incident investigation, and other such safety/health related training. 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 executed contract. An OSHA 10/30 Construction Outreach or OSHA 510 certification 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 (Train the Trainer in Occupational Safety and Health for Construction Industry) 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 executed Contract. The PSA must show evidence of specialized training for Emergency First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) current to within two (2) years. Formal submittal of proof must be provided prior to acceptance. The ODR reserves the right to determine acceptability of the submitted training. Any candidate proposed that does not meet these minimum qualifications will not be accepted. Required qualifications must be maintained throughout the duration of the Project.

1. On projects over $180M, the option of a PSA-IT (In-Training) may be considered for the required fourth PSA after the initial two (2) qualified PSAs are already active on the project.

At no time shall a PSA-IT be used as a permanent substitute in place of a fully qualified PSA when required. Qualifications for individuals seeking PSA-IT classification shall comply with one of the following options:

a. Option I (College Degree in Safety) - Individuals that have obtained a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Safety

1) The safety degree will count for four (4) years of the five (5) years currently required for a PSA position.

2) Successful achievement of a nationally recognized safety certification (CSP, CHST). The Owner reserves the right to determine years of credit based on the recognition of the certification, requirements to achieve certification, and continuing education to maintain certification. This option can be used to add additional experience

3) Successful completion of one (1) year of dedicated safety work experience on the project.

Once this individual completes all the requirements indicated above for this option, the “In Training” will be dropped and the individual will be consistent with the current requirements of the UTS Project Safety Specification.

b. Option II (Field Experience Only) - Individuals that have a minimum of seven (7) years in the construction industry and two (2) years of safety responsibilities that are ancillary to their primary duties

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1) The experience noted above will count for two (2) years of the five (5) years currently required for a PSA position.

2) Must have documented successful completion of initial training (minimum of eight (8) hours) each in cranes, electrical, fall protection, excavations and soil mechanics, scaffold, permit–required confined space, and incident investigation and

3) Documented successful completion of Supervisor Safety Training or equivalent from an OSHA Training Institute such as TEEX, UT Arlington, etc.

Once this individual completes all the requirements indicated above for this option, the experience level will be counted as four (4) years of dedicated safety experience.

At successful completion of one (1) year of dedicated safety work, the “in Training” will be dropped and the individual will be consistent with the current requirements of the UTS Project Safety Specification.

2.3 PSC AND PSA - VERIFICATION OF QUALIFICATIONS

A. The qualifications and previous work experience of the proposed Project Safety Coordinator and Project Safety Assistant(s) shall be submitted with the RFP. Based on final Contractor selection for the project, additional information for the Project Safety Coordinator and Project Safety Assistant will be required prior to written acceptance for the position. Prior to Notice to Proceed for Construction Services, the Contractor must provide resumes for the proposed PSC and PSAs.

Contractor selection for the project does not guarantee proposed PSC and/or PSA acceptance.

Any PSC or PSA additions or changes after the original acceptance date(s) must be formally submitted for consideration to the ODR. In the case of the PSC, work shall not be allowed to commence prior to written acceptance by the ODR. In the case of the PSAs, each must be assigned to the project on or before the worker count reaches the numbers indicated in Sections

2.4 and 2.5. Any cost related to the Contractor’s failure to meet this requirement will not be reimbursed by the Owner and additional time extension of the Project schedule will not be allowed.

B. For two (2) years of military service that cites construction safety experience or an Associate’s Degree in the field of safety, two (2) years of required experience will be credited for the requirements listed above. For four (4) years of military service that cites construction safety experience or a Bachelor’s (Undergraduate) Degree in a safety related field, four (4) years of required experience will be credited for the requirements listed above. Military experience and/or degree will only receive credit once. A professional certification in a safety related field (CSP, OHST, CHST, etc.) may receive credit for up to four (4) years of experience in addition to the years noted above. The ODR reserves the right to determine year(s) of credit based on recognition of certification, requirements to receive certification, and continuing education requirements to maintain certification.

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 ($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), 01 35 23 7 11/30/2023 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.

2.5 PSC AND PSA – PLACEMENT ON THE PROJECT AND REMOVAL FROM 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 commencement of construction activities until at least Substantial Completion. The ODR’s written concurrence 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 daily population reaches twenty-five (25) persons, and shall remain on the Project until at least Substantial Completion and the population decreases to less than 25 persons. The ODR’s written concurrence 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 daily population at the Project rises to one hundred and fifty (150) persons. 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 daily population increases by another increment of one hundred and fifty (150) persons. The additional PSAs shall remain on the Project until the daily population falls below the number that required them to be added.

The ODR’s written concurrence is required prior to release.

4. For Contracts that involve multiple Phases, Stages, and 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 head 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.A.1, 2.5.A.2 and 2.5.A.3. If either the PSC or any of the assigned PSAs will not be on site during the project work scheduled, UT must be notified no less than two (2) weeks prior to the absence (for non-emergencies only) or as soon as the safety person’s status is confirmed (for emergencies only). An acceptable replacement must be provided if the absence will be for more that twenty-four (24) continuous hours in any week or as directed by the ODR. 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 least 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.

2.6 SUB-CONTRACTOR’S SAFETY REPRESENTATIVE (SSR)

A. Each tiered Subcontractor 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 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.

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C. Each first-tier Subcontractor’s SSR shall possess a certificate of completion for the OSHA 30 hour Outreach Training in the Construction Industry. Remaining tiered Subcontractor SSRs shall possess at least a certificate for the OSHA 10 hour Outreach Training in the Construction Industry.

Certificates must be dated within four (4) years of the executed Subcontract. Only a sub-tiered contractor that will have no more than three (3) workers on the project during their scope of work may petition to be excluded from this requirement. Any exception shall be by written approval of the ODR.

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 and holding supervisors accountable for safety performance;

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

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

C. The PSMP shall address the inclusion of the UT SafetyNet Program for electronic collection of safety observations if required by ODR. The terms of this UT directed Program shall not be replaced by any existing program including any existing version of the SafetyNet Program used by the Contractor. Within fourteen (14) calendar days of the issue of the Notice to Proceed (NTP) for Construction Services, the Contractor shall have available a means to record field observations.

D. The Contractor shall submit a complete draft of the PSMP to the ODR for review and written acceptance prior to the issuance of NTP for construction services. The Contractor shall incorporate ODR comments into a final draft and shall resubmit the amended version to the ODR within thirty (30) calendar days following the return date of ODR comments to the initial draft.

E. Beginning with the NTP for Construction Services, 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 required for all persons in construction areas. 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 (even if ANSI stamped).

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.

2. Eye Protection (Safety Glasses) shall be stamped ANSI Z87. 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 (Safety Glasses) shall be worn 100% of the time in construction area. Anytime power actuated

01 35 23 9 11/30/2023 tools, electric or air operated grinding tools, electric or air operated impact tools, chop saws, masonry saws, chainsaws, or drilling tools are used, double eye and face protection shall be worn. Protection must be designed to prevent any air borne material from penetrating between the protection and the eyes.

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.

The Contractor shall purchase and maintain an appropriate inventory of types and sizes to be able to furnish a hard hat, pair of safety glasses and vest for up to five (5) Owner representatives who may visit the Project.

B. Hearing Conservation and Protection shall meet or exceed OSHA requirements. Except for suppression of sound energy level, no devices or equipment shall be placed in or over the ears.

Portable radios, cell phones or any other electronic devices shall not be used by the general work force 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 concurrence 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 use of cell phones is allowed during scheduled breaks and lunch only. Location must be by written concurrence of the ODR.

C. 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 or extreme temperatures.

D. Respiratory Protection shall meet or exceed OSHA requirements.

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

F. Other OSHA required PPE shall be furnished as appropriate for specific tasks.

G. Other clothing:

1. Shirts shall not have noticeable holes and shall be free of profane, inflammatory, sexually explicit or discriminatory messages. Sleeve length shall cover the ball of the shoulder and shirt length shall reach waist of pants. Shirts shall not provide snag points.

2. Pants shall be full length. Holes must not be large enough to provide snag points or offer measurable 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 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. 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 project site office with appropriate

01 35 23 10 11/30/2023 signage and must be accessible whenever work is ongoing. Depending on the size, configuration of the site, travel distance to retrieve, and time required to administer medical treatment, an additional AED unit may be required.

C. A minimum of two (2) Contractor employees, with current certifications for First Aid/ CPR and for use of the AED, shall be at 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 name of the training organization, name and title of the trainer(s), date of training, material covered with time spent on each topic, and evaluation process used to determine worker understanding of training. Documentation must be provided by the training organization. The database of employers’ workers must be kept up to date and accessible for review as requested. No work or operations may commence without the PSC having completed review and acceptance under this Section. The ODR reserves the right to determine acceptability of training being claimed.

B. For every brand 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 brand and model of equipment. Copies of training documentation in addition to any required certifications 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.

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:

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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 AND SAFETY GLASSES 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.

EXCEPT WHERE DESIGNATED (BY POSTED SIGNS AND AVAILABLE

RECEPTACLES), USE OF ANY TOBACCO PRODUCT IS PROHIBITED ON THIS

PROJECT

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:

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

COPIES OF MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS (MSDS) 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.

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.

2.12 PROJECT SAFETY FILE DOCUMENTS

A. The Contractor shall create and maintain files for Owner 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 files shall be created as directed by the ODR.

1. Project Safety Management Plan (PSMP)

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2. Project Safety Management Plan Evaluations

3. Project Safety Orientation Checklists

4. Project Access Log

5. Project First Aid Log

6. Project Incident Notification, Investigation, and Evaluation Reports

7. All Qualified Person Certifications and Training Documentation

8. Project Competent Persons Lists

9. Project Equipment and Crane Operators Lists

10. Job Hazard/Safety Analysis (from each Subcontractor per operation)

11. Project Weekly Safety (“Tool Box”) Meeting

12. Project Weekly Subcontractor Safety Representative Meeting Minutes

13. Contractor Monthly Safety Report

14. Project Quarterly (Portable) Equipment Inspection Reports

15. Project Annual (Large) Equipment Inspection Reports

16. Project Permits (Closed Out)

17. Project Safety Infraction Records

18. Site Specific Safety Plan for Each Subcontractor on the Project

19. Drug / Alcohol Testing Confirmation Documentation

20. Subcontractor’s Return to Work Policy and Acknowledgement

21. Contractor UTS Project Safety Requirements 01 35 23 Acknowledgement

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 tiered subcontractors receive a copy of the UTS Safety Specification 01 35 23 prior to the execution of a contract (Exhibit N) and ALL required safety documentation is submitted for review and acceptance by the PSC prior to the subcontractor’s work start on the project.

B. Project Safety Coordinator (PSC)

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1. The PSC shall report directly to a corporate safety officer of the Contractor and shall not report through the Contractor’s Project Management team.

2. If removal of the PSC is initiated by the Contractor, the existing PSC shall remain in position until a replacement candidate has been proposed to and accepted by the ODR in writing and is specifically assigned to the Project. If the PSC leaves before the proposal and acceptance procedure is concluded, the Contractor shall temporarily install either a 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 qualification levels, 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 a PSA is initiated by the Contractor, the existing PSA shall remain in position until a replacement candidate has been proposed and accepted by the ODR in writing and is specifically assigned to the Project. If the PSA leaves before the proposal and acceptance procedure is concluded, the contractor shall temporarily install either a Safety Manager (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, 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 personnel to correct any safety violations.

2. The PSC and PSA shall have the authority to stop operation(s) that involve 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. Per this section, at least one SSR is required; however, the Subcontractor must plan for and make available as needed a qualified replacement should the primary SSR not be on site. The SSR shall have the authority to direct actions, stop work and enforce discipline for safety issues.

2. The SSR shall submit a written task specific Job Hazard/Safety Analysis (JH/SA) 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 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.

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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 insurance claims. The SSR shall participate in incident investigations that involve their employer’s portion of the work.

5. Each SSR may be required to accompany the PSC or PSA during portions of each safety inspection that involves the Subcontractor’s part of the 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 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 worker’s photo identification badge.

3.2 PROJECT SAFETY MANAGEMENT PLAN (PSMP)

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 and members of the 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:

1. Safety Roles and Responsibilities. This element shall outline and describe roles, responsibilities, and authority of each member of the Project staff for involvement in site safety, security, incident command, and incident claims management. The Contractor’s Project organization chart shall indicate the reporting line for the PSC and PSA(s) as applicable. The PSC or PSAs shall not be responsible for activities associated with insurance enrollment and maintenance or any other duties not directly related to project safety. Administration (clerical) duties related to safety can be transferred to another member of the Project staff. Overall intent is to maximize time in the field by the PSC and PSAs.

2. Safety Enforcement. This element shall include the Contractor’s disciplinary procedure for its own employees and for those of all Subcontractors. It shall include a description of the levels of severity and frequency (repetition) that will result in Contractor intervention and provide details of the retraining and/or disciplinary steps that will ensue from the possible combinations of unsafe behaviors. It shall also include discipline for supervisors who tolerate risk.

3. Safety Recognition and Commendation. This element shall include a description of how those workers who demonstrate exemplary safety behavior and those supervisors who manage, enforce, educate and promote safety will be recognized and commended. Any celebration that will occur as part of this element shall not be minimized with achievement of Project milestones that are associated with production, schedule, quality or budget. The Owner supports the use of a Safety Commendation Program (SCP) if it is part of a more comprehensive safety program. Any commendation program must encourage worker

01 35 23 15 11/30/2023 participation, reinforce safety training, promote safe behavior and practices, and support continuous improvement of the safety process on the project. No SCP shall be implemented that would discourage reporting of injuries, illnesses, property damage or unsafe working conditions. The SCP shall be prudent, economical, simple, and with a greater focus on daily positive feedback and commending safe work behavior than providing expensive or extravagant commendations. The SCP plan shall be submitted for Owner review and approval prior to implementation and must include details regarding quantity and cost of suggested commendations. *Note: If utilization of vendor donated items for commendations are anticipated, those items will be evaluated to confirm that they are reasonable and appropriate.

4. Safety Hazards. This element shall include a narrative that recognizes existing site conditions, foreseeable changes to existing conditions, local climate, Owner and public interface, environmental impact and remediation issues, skill and experience levels of available work force, utility interruptions, water supply sources, power supply sources, Owner facility provisions, sanitation requirements, parking, material storage areas, and proximity to students and public walkways and roadways. It shall contain a completed copy of the Anticipated Project Hazards Checklist (EXHIBIT A). It shall also be expanded throughout the duration of Work to include Subcontractor plans for elimination or minimization of risk. All portions of this element shall be consistent with existing procedures for the campus Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), Fire Protection, or Police departments, and the local municipal Fire and Rescue.

a. Hazard Communication (“HazCom”). Insert the elements required by OSHA. The PSC shall maintain a Hazardous Materials Inventory List with individual SDS for each, and every, hazardous substance brought onto the Project site. In addition to the product label of contents, all containers with at least five (5) gallons of fluid capacity or twenty (20) pounds of chemical content shall include either HMIS or NFPA hazards warning labels (except drinking water and fire extinguishers). All products with HMIS/NFPA number ratings greater than zero, or one in any of the three categories (health, flammability, or reactivity), shall be considered as hazardous.

b. Environmental (Sensory) Hazards. Insert actions to measure worker exposures and to control hazards that may exist beyond OSHA permissible exposure limits (i.e.

dust, he fumes, noise, chemicals, respirable silica, and extreme temperatures). Also, include control and remediation plans for incidents that result in a spill or discharge of a potentially hazardous or toxic substance (liquid or gas). If lasers will be used, include plan to control worker exposure.

c. Roadway and Traffic Hazards. Insert actions to be taken at times when public roadways or sidewalks are affected by construction activities. Signs, devices, and procedures shall be identified where public passage is to be closed or altered.

Procedures and training for flaggers shall be required and shall be in compliance with all applicable Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) regulations for road safety; specifically, the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCD) shall be referenced.

5. Fire Prevention and Control

a. Insert arrangements and equipment necessary to provide adequate protection during all phases of construction. All portions of this element shall be developed to be consistent with existing procedures of the campus Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), Fire Protection, or Police departments, and the local municipal Fire and Rescue.

b. Burning, Welding, Flame Operations. Insert the process for issuance of a “Hot Work” permit (EXHIBIT B). Daily permit forms shall be issued by the PSC or PSA, even if the campus Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) or Fire Protection

01 35 23 16 11/30/2023 departments desire to be involved and issues a campus permit. The permit form shall be completed by the SSR and returned to the PSC or PSA for field verificat ion of noted conditions and written acceptance prior to start of operation. All permits shall expire at the end of the shift. Permits shall identify fire watcher(s) and require pre-operation and post-operation inspections.

6. Emergency Response. Describe each type and level of emergency that may reasonably be expected to occur on the Project. Insert response or rescue plan for each kind of potential emergency. This element shall address first aid, off-site medical care, property damage, rescue, project alarm signals, wind, flood, lightning strikes, and evacuation, threat of violence, protests or deliberately disruptive events. NOTE: A designated Campus Spokesperson shall be the only person authorized to communicate with the media. This element shall include a drawing or sketch of the site (maintained for “as built” conditions) to indicate gates, emergency vehicle roadways, lay down areas, crane set up positions, exterior hoists, etc. All portions of this element shall be developed to be in accord and cooperation with existing procedures for the campus Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), Fire Protection, or Police departments, and the local municipal Fire and Rescue.

a. Incident Notification. Insert the list of personnel with…