This year, workplace safety will be more top of mind than ever for construction contractors and the companies that hire them. Indeed, this recent survey found that eight times more organizations expect to see an increase in outsourcing to third-party contractors versus those that expect a decrease.
That’s why so many organizations that turn to contractors are placing an emphasis on having a well-thought-out contractor management plan to maintain high safety standards and compliance with industry guidelines and best practices.
The good news is that the enhanced measures to improve workplace safety are prompting contractors to rise to the occasion. “Almost every contractor today believes that workplace safety is their number one priority, “says Phil Nielsen of IHI E&C International Corporation. For the organizations hiring contractors, having a strong safety culture undergirded by a well-conceived contractor management strategy is more than just a nice thing to have - it’s a business necessity.
The top three challenges identified by surveyed organizations are the shortage of skilled and competent workers; the lack of internal resources for managing contractors and subcontractors; and disconnected internal business processes and priorities.
This was followed by inadequate process safety management and the prevalence of temporary workforce are other top risks cited in this study. Having the ability to communicate expectations on training programs, on-the-job performance and other requirements is a critical component of an effective contractor management system.
When it comes to demonstrating that commitment to safety, there’s no substitute for transparency, clear communication and a well-designed strategy for staying compliant with all the necessary regulations.
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