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907 Introduction to SEMS II
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Contractor Selection

A contractor is anyone performing work for you. The SEMS program should document contractor selection criteria.

Careful selection of contractors is critical to safety.

When selecting a contractor, you should obtain and evaluate information regarding the contractor's safety record and environmental performance.

Ensure that contractors have their own written safe work practices. Contractors may adopt appropriate sections of the SEMS program.

You and the contractor should document an agreement on appropriate contractor safety and environmental policies and practices before the contractor begins work at the facilities.

These requirements do not apply to contractors providing domestic services to you or other contractors. Domestic services include:

  • janitorial work
  • food and beverage service
  • laundry service
  • housekeeping
  • similar activities

Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.

4-3. When selecting a contractor, what information should be obtained and evaluated?