The Project Supervisor Construction Stage (PSCS)

The Project Supervisor Construction Stage (PSCS) holds a pivotal responsibility in overseeing and directing health and safety concerns throughout the construction phase of a project. In Ireland, it is legally required to appoint a PSCS for construction projects under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013.   

The PSCS manages and coordinates health and safety issues from the beginning of construction until practical completion of the project. At ORS, we understand that not all contractors fully understand this role and may find it daunting. Our Health & Safety Construction Stage Advisor is available to help you comprehend the responsibilities of the PSCS role and provide clear guidance on meeting the necessary requirements.

While you will assume the role of PSCS upon appointment for a project, our experienced team will support you from day one and throughout the construction process until project completion, offering assistance at every stage.  

Some key services of the Health & Safety Construction Stage Advisor include:

• Ensuring statutory notifications are in place.
• Ensure a Construction Stage Safety and Health plan for the project is produced and regularly updated in line with the Construction Regulations 2013.
• Liaise with the Contractors on all matters regarding safety on the project.
• Support onsite management in setting up a safety document system, in line with current legislation.
• Provision of templates for inspections and standard registers.
• Advise the main contractor in setting up and maintaining appropriate welfare, in line with current legislation.
• Advise the client on the necessary training required for site personnel.
• Carry out regular site inspections and issue an inspection report to ensure health and safety is managed and executed.
• Provide ongoing consultancy and technical advisory.
• Deliver Safety Standdowns & Toolbox talks periodically throughout construction.
• Co-ordination of Accident Reporting and Investigation.
• The advantages of using our PSCS coordinator services will ensure full compliance with legal obligations, reducing the risk of costly claims and prosecution and improving efficiency while reducing the risk of accidents and incidents. 

Contact our Health & Safety Management team today at info@ors.ie.