Department of the Interior
Departmental Manual
Effective Date: 3/12/99
Series: Safety Management
Part 485: Safety and Occupational Health Program
Chapter 25: Concessionaire Safety and Health
Originating Office: Office of Managing Risk and Public Safety
485 DM 25
25.1 Purpose. To specify the minimum Safety and Occupational Health Program (Program) requirements for preparing and enforcing contract clauses which define the Department's requirements for concessionaires with regard to their reasonable protection of the public and property from accidents which are within their control.
25.2 References.
A. 29 CFR 1910, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) General Industry Standards.
B. 29 CFR 1926, OSHA Construction Standards.
C. Federal, State and local regulations.
25.3 Requirements.
A. Each bureau establishing contracts with concessionaires will include applicable safety and health requirements for protecting the public and Departmental personnel in the contracts.
B. Each bureau, as appropriate, will monitor and review inspections, educational and other programs conducted by concessionaires for the safety and health of their employees and the public.
3/12/99 #3255
Replaces 6/10/91 #485A-1