A construction site emergency can take many forms and threaten employees, subcontractors, nearby businesses or even the general public. The emergency could disrupt or halt construction activities and/or damage existing properties, causing schedule delays. Emergencies can be natural or man-made.

Construction site emergencies can take many forms and vary depending on geographic location. In either case, the first step in developing an emergency action plan is to brainstorm “what if” worst-case scenarios.

This video explains that the Construction Projects Regulations require builders to establish written emergency procedures for each project before it starts.

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