Agenda 03-05-2026; 8-l - Professional Services Contract with Catawba Valley Engineering and Testing, P.C., for Lake Orange Intake Tower Replacement Project Geotechnical Services

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CATAWBA VALLEY 30 v ENGINEERING&TESTING Safety CVET values the health and safety of our employees. The goal of our safety program is to provide a safe and injury-free workplace for our employees, to reduce risk and loss to the company and is designed according to the latest guidelines required by regulatory laws. We identify our safety program as a core component of our culture where safety comes first. To understand the hazards that may be associated with the project, the level of risk assessment is determined before the job starts. Our standards of maintaining an effective and safe workplace include: ■ Implementing current safety standards. ■ Internal announcements regarding safety topics. ■ Internal reviews of safety procedures prior to arriving at a project. ■ Reviewing safety protocols with the client and /or general contractor. ■ Taking practical steps to safeguard employees and the public from accidents. ■ Meeting OSHA, EPA, DOT, and any other applicable local, state &federal regulations. ■ On-site inspections. ■ Immediately correcting violations. ■ Initial and on-going training for all personnel. ■ Certifying all personnel as required for the task performed, including OSHA 30, equipment certifications, and Hazardous Material. Our safety program promotes the health and well-being of our employees by preventing injuries and accidents in the workplace. The program involves active participation from all employees with the goal of creating an environment where our employees are personally committed to workplace safety. The safety program includes, but is not limited to, the following elements: ■ Injury and illness protection program r ■ Hazard communications program ■ Driver safety ■ Personal protective equipment (PPE) ■ Radiation safety ■ Confined space entry `