Health & Safety Policy

At SAQA, health and safety are given the highest priority throughout the entire lifecycle of every project. Our approach is proactive, systematic, and tailored to the unique risks associated with each work environment. Dedicated safety engineers are carefully selected and assigned to design and oversee project-specific safety plans to ensure full compliance with local and international standards.

1. Safety Planning

For every project, SAQA develops a comprehensive Safety Plan that:

  • Reflects the specific nature and scope of the work

  • Identifies potential hazards

  • Defines mitigation strategies and emergency response procedures

  • Aligns with regulatory and donor requirements

  • Ensures that all workers clearly understand their roles and safety responsibilities

2. Policies, Procedures & Precautions

SAQA maintains a complete set of Health & Safety policies and procedures, outlining:

  • Protection measures for workers, equipment, and the public

  • Risk mitigation guidelines

  • Worksite-specific safety instructions

  • Emergency preparedness steps

  • Continuous monitoring and reporting mechanisms

Given that our projects span a wide range of construction activities, customized procedures are developed and implemented based on the nature of each project.

3. Health

The health and well-being of our employees is a critical priority. SAQA ensures that:

  • First aid kits are available on-site at all times

  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is regularly provided and replaced

  • Workers receive training on injury prevention and safe equipment handling

  • Health standards are continuously reviewed and upgraded

We aim not only to meet but to excel in all health-related benchmarks.

4. Safety

Safety is the first consideration in all project-related decisions. SAQA accepts full responsibility for:

  • The safety of our employees

  • The protection of equipment and materials

  • The safety of the public and surrounding communities

We recognize that construction work inherently exposes workers to risks such as:

  • Handling of power tools

  • Constant movement in challenging physical positions

  • Repetitive vibration and motion

  • Forceful use of the back, upper, and lower extremities

5. Safety Implementation

To prevent construction-related injuries, SAQA ensures the following measures are implemented on every project:

  • Submission of a project-specific Safety Plan to the owner

  • Hiring and assigning qualified safety engineers

  • Training programs for selected workers and site teams

  • Provision of complete PPE including helmets, vests, safety shoes, gloves, and eye protection

  • Availability of First Aid kits across all project areas

  • Safety awareness campaigns conducted in coordination with the Ministry of Health and Civil Defense

  • Clear signage, emergency contact numbers, and hazard identification systems

6. Insurance & Compensation

In the unfortunate event of an accident, SAQA ensures:

  • Full insurance coverage is activated

  • Compensation is provided for injuries classified as moderate or high

  • Incident investigations are conducted to prevent recurrence

  • Corrective actions and lessons learned are applied immediately