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What is Design for Safety (DFS)?
Design for Safety is a regulation gazetted and published on 10 Jul 2015, mandatory for projects which contract value is $10 million dollars or more. Developers are to incorporate safety in their planning phase and to mitigate the possible risks of their construction.
“Over the last two years, about 80% of fatal accidents and dangerous occurrences in the construction industry were contributed by projects with a contract value of $10 million and above.”
– WSH Council 8 Aug 2018 –
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This regulation places duties on developers and professionals to identify and address any foreseeable risks through the entire construction project. In the rare occasion where risks cannot be mitigated by design interventions, all involved in the project will have to be made aware of the risks.
With every design change or once the project is at a different phase, a process review has to be made to uncover any arising risks. Developers are to devote time and resources to ensure risks are addressed.
As a guideline, developers are to create a register where it contains two information :
- safety and health issues identified during the design reviews and actions taken; and
- risks that cannot be removed through design changes
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With a pool of qualified DFS professionals to partner with, we are able to best evaluate the professionals that may be experienced in your type of construction. The experience we have garnered over the years with our WSH professionals also provides additional knowledge on the possible risks that may arise for your projects. Contact us to know more information about our safety consultant Singapore services and how we can assist with your project’s Safety and Health Risk Management.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Design for Safety (DFS) is a regulatory requirement that mandates incorporating safety planning into construction projects from their earliest stages. It’s crucial because it helps identify and mitigate potential safety risks, reducing accidents and improving the overall safety of the project.
DFS regulations apply to construction projects with a contract value of $10 million or more in Singapore.
Developers and professionals are responsible for identifying and addressing foreseeable risks throughout the construction project. They must also maintain a register that records safety and health issues identified during design reviews and actions taken to address them, as well as risks that cannot be eliminated through design changes.
DFS integrates safety considerations into the project’s design phase, ensuring that safety regulations and standards are met from the outset. This proactive approach reduces the need for costly retrofitting or modifications later in the project.
Yes, developers have the option to delegate DFS duties to a qualified DFS professional. However, the ultimate responsibility for project risks remains with the developers.
