Heavy Construction Safety Association of Saskatchewan Inc. (HCSAS)
The HCSAS is industry-funded for use by the heavy construction industry and can assist contractors in preventing accidents and losses.
Contact the HCSAS for assistance:
- To hold on-site safety meetings
- To enroll in the Safety Certification Program
- For WHMIS, TDG, Confined Space Entry and other training programs
- To audit your construction operations and determine safety deficient areas
- To discuss any safety or health matter in confidence
- For assistance in complying with Saskatchewan Occupational Health and Safety Regulations
HCSAS (Regina)
2304 Emmet Hall Rd
Regina, SK S4N 5W7
Phone: 306-585-3060
https://www.hcsas.sk.ca
HCSAS (Saskatoon)
3530 Millar Ave
Saskatoon, SK S7P 0B6
Phone: 306-933-3353
https://www.hcsas.sk.ca
Safety Programs
All companies with more than 10 employees (peak employment) in the heavy construction field must have a safety program that meets the requirements of Section 22 of the Occupational Health & Safety regulations and include:
- A written health and safety policy (including a statement of responsibilities)
- A means of identifying and controlling hazards and emergencies
- An emergency response plan
- A plan for scheduled inspections
- A plan for controlling chemicals and biohazards
- A training plan for all employees including supervisors
- A policy for investigating all accidents and incidents
- An occupational safety and health committee Regularly evaluate and revise your program (audit)
For companies with nine employees and under, a safety program should include:
- A means of identifying and controlling hazards and emergencies
- An emergency response plan
- A statement of responsibilities
- A plan for scheduled inspections
- A training plan for all employees including supervisors
- A policy for investigating all accidents and incidents
- A means of ensuring worker involvement in the safety program
