The Pre-Mobilization Meeting
During the pre-mobilization meeting, the following should be discussed:
- contractual safety requirements
- site-specific safety plan
- pre-phase work plan discussion
- requirement for daily pre-task meetings
The Pre-Mobilization clarifies responsibilities.
- requirements for safety talks, worker and supervisor training
- confirm assignment of safety responsibilities
- roles, responsibilities, accountability and authority of the owner, general contractor and all contractor personnel
Weekly Safety and Health Meetings
Weekly safety meetings can save lives.
Once the project is underway, it's important to conduct weekly safety meetings with representatives from all contractors. These meetings are so important because of the constant change that occurs, and because it sends a message to all workers that safety is a value and that managers care about their employees' safety. The safety and health meetings should include at least the following:
- Incidents and reports of incidents that have taken place since the last meeting,
- A discussion and list of potential, upcoming hazardous situations such as confined space entry, steel erection, and roof work
- Environmental concerns
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