Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to appoint a Professional Construction Health and Safety Agent (Pr. CHSA) to oversee and monitor compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), Construction Regulations 2014, and other relevant legislation during the repair and refurbishment of the Ficksburg Magistrate's Office. The role includes ensuring safety standards are met throughout the project's lifecycle, from planning and design to construction and close-out, thereby safeguarding workers, occupants, and the environment.

Scope

The scope encompasses comprehensive health and safety management for the project, including:

• Appointment and briefing of the professional team and contractors.
• Development and review of construction health and safety plans, risk assessments, and specifications.
• Monitoring compliance during design development, procurement, and construction phases.
• Conducting audits, inspections, and site visits to verify adherence to safety standards.
• Managing permits, licenses, and notifications with relevant authorities.
• Training, supervision, and ensuring competency of personnel involved.
• Handling incident investigations, safety documentation, and close-out procedures.
• Ensuring legal and legislative compliance throughout all project stages.

Technical Requirements

The technical requirements include:

• Provision of qualified and registered health and safety professionals, including key persons with NEBOSH or SACPCMP registration.
• Preparation and maintenance of health and safety documentation, including risk profiles, safety specifications, and plans.
• Monitoring and auditing of safety practices on-site, including audits of the principal contractor’s safety management system.
• Application for and management of permits such as construction permits, lift, boiler, incinerator, X-ray, and other relevant licenses.
• Implementation of safety measures, including hazard identification, risk assessments, and control measures.
• Regular site inspections, safety audits, and reporting to the departmental project manager.
• Use of compatible software tools for project programming and safety documentation.
• Security clearance for personnel involved in projects requiring sensitive information.

Skills Requirements

The tenderer must demonstrate:

• Full compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Construction Regulations, and related legislation.
• Registered and qualified health and safety practitioners with SACPCMP registration and NEBOSH certificates.
• Experience in managing health and safety on similar construction or refurbishment projects, preferably within government or public sector environments.
• Capability to develop, implement, and monitor comprehensive safety plans and risk assessments.
• Proven ability to conduct audits, inspections, and incident investigations effectively.
• Capacity to coordinate with multiple stakeholders, including contractors, authorities, and project teams.
• Availability of qualified personnel, including key persons with relevant expertise and experience.
• Ability to prepare detailed reports, maintain safety documentation, and ensure legislative compliance throughout the project lifecycle.