EM 385-1-1 Site Safety & Health Plan (SSHP)

Compliant with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers standards


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EM 385-1-1 Site Safety & Health Plan (SSHP)

What This SSHP Includes

  • A fully structured EM 385-1-1 compliant plan covering:
  • 28 required sections from EM 385-1-1
  • Accident Prevention Plan (APP) included
  • Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs)
  • Site-specific emergency procedures
  • Training matrices and logs
  • Safety inspections & checklists
  • Hazard controls & mitigation plans
  • Accident, incident, and near-miss reporting
  • Contractor management protocols

Who This Plan is Suitable For

  • U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) projects
  • NAVFAC / DoD federal construction
  • Prime contractors & subcontractors
  • Commercial/industrial construction
  • Site Safety & Health Officers (SSHOs)


All forms and logs are included and formatted in Word/PDF with fillable fields.


SSHP Table of Contents (Downloadable Preview)

EM 385-1-1 Site Safety & Health Plan (SSHP)

Official 28-Section Table of Contents

1. Project Information

  • Project name, location, contract number
  • Prime contractor and subcontractors
  • Key contacts

2. Signature Sheet

  • Required signatures
  • Acknowledgment of responsibilities

3. Background Information

  • Scope of work
  • Description of tasks
  • Initial hazard overview

4. Statement of Safety & Health Policy

  • Company policy statement
  • Commitment to compliance

5. Responsibilities and Lines of Authority

  • Organizational chart
  • Roles: SSHO, QC, PM, Competent Persons

6. Subcontractors and Suppliers

  • List of subcontractors
  • Coordination procedures
  • Compliance expectations

7. Training

  • Training matrix
  • Required certifications
  • Training documentation

8. Safety and Health Inspections

  • Inspection schedule
  • Documentation procedures
  • Corrective action process

9. Accident Reporting and Investigations

  • Reporting procedures
  • Accident/incident forms
  • Root-cause analysis

10. Medical Support and First Aid

  • On-site medical provisions
  • Emergency medical services
  • Bloodborne pathogens plan

11. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

  • Required PPE
  • Specialty PPE
  • Enforcement

12. Emergency Planning

  • Emergency procedures
  • Evacuation plan
  • Emergency contact information

13. Fire Prevention and Protection

  • Fire hazards
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Hot-work program

14. Hazard Communication (HAZCOM)

  • SDS management
  • Labeling system
  • Worker training


15. Environmental Controls

  • Noise control
  • Air quality measures
  • Waste management

16. Machinery and Mechanized Equipment

  • Equipment inspections
  • Safe operation protocols
  • Operator qualifications

17. Electrical Safety

  • Lockout/Tagout program
  • GFCI requirements
  • Temporary power procedures

18. Fall Protection

  • Fall protection plan
  • Fall rescue procedures

19. Working Over or Near Water

  • PFD requirements
  • Rescue boat procedures

20. Confined Space Entry

  • Permit system
  • Atmospheric testing
  • Entrant and attendant duties

21. Hazardous Energy Control (LOTO)

  • LOTO procedures
  • Authorized personnel
  • Energy isolation verification

22. Abrasive Blasting

  • Required PPE
  • Containment
  • Inspection requirements

23. Excavation and Trenching

  • Soil classification
  • Protective systems
  • Competent Person requirements

24. Demolition Operations

  • Engineering survey
  • Debris control
  • Structural considerations

25. Crane and Hoisting Operations

  • Lift plans
  • Crane inspections
  • Operator qualifications

26. Hazardous Materials

  • Fueling procedures
  • Storage requirements
  • Spill response plan

27. Additional Site-Specific Hazards

  • Unique jobsite hazards
  • Controls and mitigation

28. Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs)

  • AHAs for each Definable Feature of Work (DFOW)
  • Tasks, hazards, and controls
  • Monitoring and acceptance

Safety Plans, AHA/JHA, & Documentation

Development of Site-Specific Safety Plans (SSSP), Activity Hazard Analyses (AHA/JHA), lift plans, emergency response plans, and project safety documentation.

Safety Audits & Inspections

Independent site audits and detailed reports with practical recommendations to reduce risk, improve compliance, and protect your workforce.

Training & Toolbox Talks

Tailored training and toolbox talks for crews and supervisors, focused on real-world hazards and lessons learned from heavy construction and industrial projects.

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