Compliance and Regulations
Health and Safety Department Compliance and Regulations – A 360 Degree Approach
Ensuring Full Compliance with Saudi and International Health and Safety Standards in Mega Construction Projects
1. Introduction
The Health and Safety (HSE) Department at BEC Arabia is responsible for ensuring compliance with local, national, and international occupational health and safety regulations. By implementing structured compliance frameworks, the department ensures:
Alignment with Saudi Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) regulations, Saudi Labor Law, and Saudi Building Code (SBC)
Full adherence to ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety Management System)
Implementation of workplace safety measures in compliance with OSHA, NEBOSH, NFPA, and ILO standards
Continuous monitoring and enforcement of safety protocols to prevent violations and incidents
Structured compliance tracking using digital systems (Aconex, SAP ERP, Power BI, and Primavera P6)
The 360-degree compliance approach ensures regulatory alignment, risk mitigation, and legal protection, reducing safety violations, preventing accidents, and ensuring a safe working environment across all BEC Arabia projects.
2. Regulatory Compliance Framework and Governance
2.1 Health and Safety Compliance Governance Structure
Compliance Level
Responsible Stakeholders
Key Oversight Areas
Executive Oversight
CEO, HSE Director, Risk Management Team
Strategic compliance enforcement and legal risk mitigation
Project-Level HSE Compliance
HSE Managers, Site Safety Officers, Auditors
Site inspections, safety audits, contractor compliance
Regulatory and Legal Compliance
Government Affairs, Regulatory Authorities
Labor law, environmental health, safety standards enforcement
Subcontractor and Supplier Compliance
Procurement Team, Subcontractor HSE Officers
Compliance with site safety regulations, equipment approvals
Benchmark: All compliance-related activities must be documented, monitored, and auditable to ensure 100 percent regulatory adherence.
3. Saudi Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) and Labor Law Compliance
3.1 OSH Regulations and Saudi Labor Law Requirements
All construction workers must be provided with safe working conditions as per Saudi Labor Law
Employers must ensure full compliance with occupational health and safety guidelines
Workers must have access to protective equipment, first aid, and emergency response systems
Employers must implement preventive measures to reduce workplace hazards
Key Compliance Deliverables:
Worker Safety Compliance Reports
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Distribution Logs
Workplace Safety and Hazard Assessment Reports
Benchmark: Zero violations of Saudi Labor Law health and safety provisions.
3.2 Saudi Building Code (SBC) Safety Regulations
Construction sites must comply with Saudi Building Code safety regulations
Fire prevention, emergency evacuation, and structural safety must be ensured
Site inspections must be conducted in coordination with municipal authorities
Key Compliance Deliverables:
Saudi Building Code Compliance Checklists
Fire and Emergency Safety Approval Reports
Site Safety Inspection and Audit Reports
Benchmark: 100 percent compliance with SBC safety provisions.
4. ISO 45001 Compliance – Occupational Health and Safety Management System
4.1 Implementation of ISO 45001 Standards
All health and safety procedures must comply with ISO 45001 guidelines
A structured risk assessment process must be implemented for hazardous tasks
Incident investigation and corrective action processes must align with ISO 45001 protocols
Key Compliance Deliverables:
ISO 45001 Certification and Audit Reports
Incident Investigation and Corrective Action Plans
Workplace Hazard Risk Assessments
Benchmark: ISO 45001 certification must be maintained with zero major non-conformances.
5. NFPA and Fire Safety Compliance
5.1 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standards Compliance
Fire safety systems must be installed in accordance with NFPA codes and Saudi Civil Defense Regulations
Emergency exits, fire suppression systems, and alarm systems must be functional and accessible
Fire drills must be conducted quarterly on all project sites
Key Compliance Deliverables:
Fire Safety Inspection Reports
Emergency Evacuation Drill Reports
NFPA Compliance Certifications
Benchmark: 100 percent compliance with NFPA and Civil Defense fire safety regulations.
6. OSHA and NEBOSH Compliance – International Safety Best Practices
6.1 Compliance with Global Occupational Health and Safety Standards
Worksite safety policies must align with OSHA and NEBOSH safety standards
High-risk activities must have Permit to Work (PTW) approvals before execution
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) compliance must be monitored and enforced
Key Compliance Deliverables:
OSHA and NEBOSH Safety Audit Reports
Permit to Work (PTW) Logs for High-Risk Activities
PPE Compliance and Distribution Reports
Benchmark: Zero tolerance for OSHA and NEBOSH safety violations.
7. Environmental and Chemical Safety Compliance
7.1 ISO 14001 Compliance – Environmental Safety Standards
Construction activities must follow sustainable and environmentally friendly practices
Hazardous materials must be stored, handled, and disposed of in accordance with ISO 14001 guidelines
Environmental impact assessments (EIA) must be conducted for high-risk operations
Key Compliance Deliverables:
ISO 14001 Environmental Compliance Reports
Hazardous Materials Handling and Disposal Logs
Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA)
Benchmark: 100 percent compliance with environmental safety regulations.
8. Digital Compliance Monitoring and Reporting
8.1 Health and Safety Digital Compliance Integration
Technology
Functionality
Application in Health and Safety Compliance
Aconex (EDMS)
Document Control, Incident Tracking
Ensures safety compliance and regulatory documentation management
SAP ERP
Incident and Hazard Reporting, Safety Audits
Centralized monitoring of workplace safety data
Power BI Dashboards
Real-Time Compliance Analytics
Tracks regulatory approvals, safety KPIs, and risk mitigation strategies
Benchmark: 100 percent of safety compliance documentation must be digitally stored and accessible for audits.
9. Compliance Audits and Risk Control
9.1 Internal and External Health and Safety Compliance Audits
Monthly internal safety audits must be conducted to track compliance with Saudi Labor Law and ISO 45001
Annual third-party audits must verify compliance with SBC, NFPA, and OSHA standards
Corrective actions must be implemented for any non-conformances identified in audits
Key Compliance Deliverables:
Internal and External Safety Audit Reports
Regulatory Inspection Findings and Corrective Actions
Compliance Risk Assessment Reports
Benchmark: Zero major non-conformances in regulatory audits.
10. Key Compliance and Performance Indicators (KPIs)
KPI Name
Definition
Target Benchmark
Regulatory Compliance Rate
Percentage of construction activities that pass regulatory safety inspections
Minimum 98 percent
Permit to Work Compliance Rate
Percentage of high-risk activities executed with valid PTWs
Minimum 99 percent
Fire Safety Compliance Rate
Percentage of fire safety systems meeting NFPA standards
Minimum 100 percent
ISO 45001 Audit Pass Rate
Percentage of ISO 45001 audits passed without major findings
Minimum 95 percent
Incident Reporting and Resolution Rate
Percentage of reported safety incidents that are resolved within the target timeframe
Minimum 98 percent
Benchmark: All health and safety KPIs must be tracked and reported monthly to ensure continuous improvement.
11. Conclusion
The Health and Safety Compliance Framework at BEC Arabia ensures:
Full adherence to Saudi and international occupational health and safety standards
Regulatory risk control through structured compliance audits and inspections
Strict enforcement of safety measures to eliminate workplace hazards
Digital tracking and data-driven compliance monitoring
By embedding compliance protocols into safety management workflows, BEC Arabia ensures a safe, legally compliant, and risk-free working environment.
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