Radiation Safety Contractors must never enter or cross radiation-controlled areas or barriers without authorization. Radiation warning signs, barriers, cones, and designated radiation zones must be strictly observed at all times. If a contractor encounters a radiation barrier or is uncertain about a restricted area, they must contact the Project Construction Manager for guidance before proceeding. Work in any area marked with the radiation symbol requires prior knowledge and approval from the Project Construction Manager. Compliance with all posted radiation controls and restrictions is required to protect personnel, patients, and visitors from radiation exposure.
MRI Room Safety MRI magnets should always be assumed to be energized and in operation. Contractors must never bring ferrous( magnetic) tools, equipment, or materials into an MRI room, as they can become dangerous projectiles and pose significant safety risks. Before performing any work in or near an MRI suite, contractors must coordinate with and obtain guidance from the appropriate MRI staff or technicians. Only approved equipment and materials may be used in MRI areas, and all MRI safety requirements must be followed to protect patients, staff, contractors, and equipment.
Work on Sanitary Sewer and Laboratory Waste Lines Sanitary sewer and laboratory waste lines should be considered potentially contaminated with blood, body fluids, and other biological hazards. Contractors must obtain approval from the Project Construction Manager before performing work on these systems and follow their company ' s Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan, including the use of appropriate PPE. If mercury or other hazardous materials are discovered during plumbing work, all work must stop until safety clearance is provided. To maintain infection control and prevent contamination, all new, demolished, or modified drain, supply, vent, and medical gas piping must be capped immediately when opened and remain capped until final connection or use.
Fume Hoods, Biological Safety Cabinets, and Exhaust Ductwork Contractors are not permitted to perform work on or within fume hoods, biological safety cabinets, isolation rooms, negative pressure rooms, or their associated filters and exhaust ductwork until written clearance has been obtained from the Project Construction Manager. Authorization is required to ensure potential chemical, biological, and environmental hazards have been properly evaluated and controlled before work begins.
Infection Control During Construction Contractors are responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment to protect patients, staff, visitors, and hospital operations. Work areas, walkways, exits, and access routes must remain clean, unobstructed, and free from slip, trip, and fire hazards. Waste, debris, spills, and combustible materials must be properly managed and removed regularly. Construction activities must include effective infection prevention measures such as dust containment barriers, ventilation controls, air filtration, debris management, walk-off mats, and daily cleaning of affected areas and work sites. Stagnant water systems must be flushed as required to prevent microbial growth. Compliance with infection control requirements must be monitored daily, and failure to maintain required infection control precautions may result in work stoppage or project shutdown.