byggarbetsmiljösamordnare

Byggarbetsmiljö, or construction site environment, refers to the safety, health, and welfare conditions on construction sites. It covers physical conditions such as access, lighting, ventilation, and weather; equipment and machinery; work organization and pace; and housekeeping, coordination between different workers and contractors, and access to welfare facilities. A good byggarbetsmiljö aims to prevent injuries, illnesses, and unsafe work practices while supporting productive and sustainable work.

In Sweden, the construction environment is regulated by the Work Environment Authority (Arbetsmiljöverket) and related legislation. Employers must perform risk assessments, implement protective measures, and maintain a written plan for health and safety on the site (arbetsmiljöplan) for certain projects. On multi-employer sites, coordination and communication are required to prevent conflicts and hazards. The safety responsibilities often involve roles such as safety coordinators (BAS) for design and execution phases, who help ensure that safety issues are identified and addressed across all contractors and subcontractors. Training, information, personal protective equipment (PPE), and clear site rules are essential components of compliance.

Common hazards on byggarbetsmiljö include falls from height, moving or heavy machinery, electrical and fire risks, noise and vibration, dust and chemical exposure, slips and trips, and manual handling injuries. Controls focus on elimination or minimization of risks through fall protection, machine guarding, lockout procedures, proper scaffolding, guardrails, PPE, ventilation and dust suppression, good housekeeping, and supervision. Regular site inspections, safety meetings, incident reporting, and near-miss investigations support continuous improvement.

Many Swedish companies align with international standards such as ISO 45001 to formalize their safety management systems. Overall, byggarbetsmiljö emphasizes proactive planning, coordination, and continuous monitoring to protect workers and improve project outcomes.