CONST 251 - Safety Plan Administration

3.0 Credits
Emphasis on job site safety and potential liability for general contractors. Management systems, procedures, and documentation that address WISHA requirements and provide a safe working environment. Effective integration of safety into management systems is stressed. Recommend completion of CONST 250.
Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Describe the liability issues associated with injuries and citations on multi-employer job sites.
List the basic elements that must be addressed in a general contractor’s safety plan in order to prepare for an affirmative defense against WISHA citations.
Describe techniques used to develop a site-specific focus in a safety plan.
Critique a safety plan with respect to the affirmative defense elements.
Evaluate insurance coverage and insurance certificates.

Course Typically Offered
Fall, Spring