Site Safety Services

What is Site Safety in NYC?

Site safety refers to the rules, procedures, and management systems required by the NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) to protect workers, pedestrians, and surrounding properties during construction. In a dense city like New York, proper site safety is essential to prevent accidents, maintain compliance, and avoid costly delays.

What are the main site safety requirements in New York City?

• Site Safety Plans (SSP): Required for major projects, outlining safety procedures, emergency protocols, and protective measures.

• Licensed Site Safety Managers / Coordinators: Required for buildings 10 stories or taller, or as determined by DOB regulations.

• Protective Structures: Sidewalk sheds, scaffolding, fencing, and netting to safeguard the public and neighboring properties.

• Worker Training (SST): Mandatory OSHA and Site Safety Training for construction workers under Local Law 196.

• DOB Inspections: Regular monitoring to confirm compliance with codes and approved plans.

Who is responsible for site safety on a construction project?

Responsibility depends on the project’s size and scope:

• Contractors and Owners: Must implement site safety plans and ensure compliance.

• Licensed Site Safety Managers/Coordinators: Legally required for many projects and responsible for day-to-day oversight.

• Workers: Must complete mandatory safety training and follow on-site procedures.

What happens if a project does not follow site safety requirements?

• DOB Violations & Fines: Costly penalties for noncompliance.

• Stop-Work Orders: Work can be suspended until violations are corrected.

• Increased Liability: Owners and contractors may face legal and financial consequences.

• Project Delays: Noncompliance often leads to significant schedule setbacks.

Over the years, Post & Lintel has supported projects involving:

• Site safety plan (SSP) coordination support

• Site safety staffing coordination

• Protective structure coordination (scaffolding, fencing, sheds)

• Worker safety training compliance tracking

• DOB safety inspection coordination

• Site safety monitoring and reporting support