Construction Safety

The EH&S Construction Safety Program is designed to assist contract forces in maintaining compliance with local, state and federal regulations associated with all construction projects at UAB.

• Compliance and issuing of UAB permits for Fire/Smoke Wall Penetrations.
• Inspecting construction sites and maintaining UAB Interim Life Safety Measures during all phases of construction.
• Compliance and issuing of Cutting/ Welding Permits.
• Inspecting Hospital sites for compliance with Joint Commission regulations for Infection Control Risk Assessments.

Facilities Standards
Cutting and Welding Compliance Standard
Fire/Smoke Wall Penetration Permit
Special Conditions
OSHA Part 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction