Health and Safety HSE
Health and Safety Department Overview – BEC Arabia
Ensuring Safety Excellence and Regulatory Compliance in Mega Construction Projects
1. Introduction
The Health and Safety Department at BEC Arabia plays a crucial role in maintaining a safe, compliant, and risk-free work environment across all construction projects. By implementing proactive safety management strategies, structured risk assessments, and strict regulatory compliance, the department ensures:
Zero harm to personnel, subcontractors, and visitors on project sites
Compliance with Saudi Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Regulations, ISO 45001, and NEBOSH Standards
Incident prevention through risk assessments, training, and safety protocols
Emergency response readiness and accident mitigation strategies
Continuous monitoring and improvement of workplace safety conditions
The Health and Safety Department operates as an independent authority ensuring all safety-related risks, compliance violations, and unsafe work conditions are identified and mitigated before they escalate.
2. Health and Safety Governance and Responsibilities
The department operates under a structured framework to ensure compliance with Saudi labor laws, project-specific safety regulations, and international health and safety standards.
2.1 Key Responsibilities
Function
Key Responsibilities
Integration with Other Departments
Regulatory Compliance
Ensures adherence to Saudi safety laws, ISO 45001, and construction site safety regulations
Legal, Government Authorities, Municipality
Workplace Safety Monitoring
Conducts safety audits, hazard assessments, and site inspections
Project Management, Site Supervision
Incident and Accident Investigation
Investigates workplace injuries, issues corrective actions, and implements preventive measures
HR, Risk Management, Operations
Safety Training and Awareness
Conducts safety inductions, toolbox talks, and job-specific safety training
HR, Contractors, Subcontractors
Emergency Preparedness and Response
Develops emergency response plans, conducts drills, and ensures site evacuation readiness
Security, First Responders, Medical Teams
Benchmark: All site workers and project personnel must comply with safety regulations, and zero tolerance policies must be enforced for critical safety violations.
3. Health and Safety Compliance and Standards
The Health and Safety Department ensures full compliance with:
Saudi Building Code – Safety Regulations
Saudi Labor Law and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Regulations
ISO 45001 – Occupational Health and Safety Management System
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and Civil Defense Requirements
International Construction Safety Best Practices (OSHA, NEBOSH, ILO Standards)
By ensuring compliance with local and international safety regulations, BEC Arabia minimizes workplace hazards and ensures worker well-being.
Benchmark: All safety management activities must align with ISO 45001, Saudi Labor Laws, and project-specific HSE requirements.
4. Core Health and Safety Programs and Initiatives
4.1 Risk Assessment and Hazard Control
All construction activities must undergo a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) before execution
Critical tasks such as working at heights, confined spaces, and electrical works require Permit to Work (PTW) approvals
All identified hazards must be eliminated, substituted, or controlled using Hierarchy of Controls
Benchmark: Minimum 95 percent compliance rate in hazard assessments before work execution.
4.2 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Compliance
All site workers must wear approved PPE as per site-specific risk assessments
Regular inspections of PPE compliance must be conducted
Subcontractors and suppliers must comply with BEC Arabia’s PPE safety policies
Benchmark: Zero tolerance for PPE non-compliance on-site.
4.3 Incident and Accident Prevention Program
Root Cause Analysis (RCA) must be conducted for every reported incident
Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) must be implemented for all unsafe conditions
Near-Miss Reporting must be encouraged to proactively identify potential hazards
Benchmark: Zero workplace fatalities and a continuous decline in incident rates.
5. Emergency Preparedness and Response
5.1 Fire and Emergency Preparedness
Every project site must have a Fire Safety Plan and Emergency Evacuation Routes
Firefighting equipment must be regularly inspected and accessible in all work zones
Drills for fire safety, first aid response, and emergency evacuations must be conducted quarterly
Benchmark: 100 percent compliance with emergency preparedness regulations.
5.2 First Aid and Medical Response
First Aid Stations must be available on all project sites
Trained First Responders and Emergency Medical Teams must be present on high-risk worksites
Emergency Transport and Hospital Coordination Plans must be established for every project
Benchmark: All workers must have immediate access to medical assistance in case of injury.
6. Digital Safety Monitoring and Reporting
6.1 Digital Integration of Health and Safety Compliance
Technology
Functionality
Application in Health and Safety
Aconex
Document Control, Incident Reporting
Ensures compliance documentation and tracking
SAP ERP
Incident and Hazard Reporting, Safety Audits
Centralized monitoring of workplace safety data
Power BI Dashboards
Real-Time Safety Analytics
Tracks compliance, hazard reports, and safety KPIs
Benchmark: 100 percent of safety incidents must be logged, tracked, and resolved using digital safety management tools.
7. Health and Safety Department Performance Metrics
7.1 Key Safety Performance Indicators (KPIs)
KPI Name
Definition
Target Benchmark
Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR)
Number of lost-time injuries per million work hours
Maximum of 0.5
Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR)
Number of total recordable injuries per million work hours
Less than 2.0
Permit to Work Compliance (%)
Percentage of high-risk activities conducted with valid PTWs
Minimum 98 percent
Emergency Response Readiness (%)
Percentage of emergency drills conducted as per schedule
Minimum 100 percent
PPE Compliance Rate (%)
Percentage of workers adhering to PPE requirements
Minimum 99 percent
Benchmark: All safety KPIs must be monitored and reviewed monthly to ensure continuous improvement.
8. Conclusion
The Health and Safety Department at BEC Arabia ensures:
Strict compliance with Saudi OHS regulations, ISO 45001, and global safety standards
Proactive safety management through risk assessments and hazard prevention
Seamless integration of health and safety policies into daily operations
Continuous monitoring and improvement of workplace safety
By embedding a structured Health and Safety Management System, BEC Arabia ensures a safe, compliant, and risk-free construction environment.
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