DOE's construction requirements are in DOE Order 440.1A, Worker Protection Management for DOE Federal and Contractor Employees. Implementation guidance is provided in DOE-G-440.1-2.

This program area describes the procedures for performing construction according to environment, safety, and health requirements. It contains procedures for BNL and non-BNL staff to follow. This program area describes requesting and designing construction projects; reviewing and approving the health and safety plan; evaluating and inspecting construction projects; and closing out construction projects.

Links to the right will help BNL employees, Contractors, and Sub-Contractors in developing healthy and safe work practices on the construction site. Reference material links are provided to help contractors create Health and Safety Plans for submittal to BNL.


Useful Links

  • Worker Protection for DOE Contractor Employees (BNL) (Poster)
    This poster may be printed on legal-sized paper.
  • Vehicle Safety
    Provides information and guidance on the issues such as blind spots, accident prevention, site planning and the use of spotters, signalers when involved with moving and backing of typical construction vehicles and manlifts.
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Last Modified: March 16, 2012
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