Site Specific Safety Plan

A site-specific safety plan (SSSP) is a written document that details the health and safety protocols for a particular worksite, identifying potential hazards and outlining control measures to prevent accidents and injuries. It includes project-specific information like the scope of work, identified risks, safety procedures, and emergency plans. The goal of an SSSP is to ensure compliance with regulations and create a safe working environment for everyone on the site by making sure all workers are aware of and trained on the risks and safety procedures. 

What an SSSP includes

• Project overview: Details like the project name, address, scope of work, and key personnel.
• Hazard identification: A list of potential risks unique to the site and the work being performed.
• Risk mitigation: Specific control measures, policies, and safe work practices to prevent or minimize identified hazards. This includes Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements and policies for hazardous substances.
• Roles and responsibilities: A clear outline of who is responsible for safety management on the site.
• Emergency procedures: Plans for responding to accidents and emergencies.
• Training programs: Details on the training required for workers to understand and follow the plan.
• Monitoring and updates: A plan for monitoring the effectiveness of the safety plan and updating it as the project progresses or conditions change. 

Why it's important

• Compliance: SSSPs are often required by law for construction projects to ensure safety regulations are met.
• Proactive safety: They help prevent accidents by addressing site-specific risks before work begins.
• Communication: They ensure all workers, subcontractors, and even visitors are aware of safety protocols.
• Flexibility: An SSSP is a living document that can be updated to address new hazards that emerge as the project advances. 

Accurate Safety Compliance specializes in creating individual SSSP's for our customers. Our experienced safety consultants are capeable of building your entire safety manual including but not limited to any and all required SSSP'S. Reach out to us today to see what we can do to make your worksite safer!