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Contractor management

General construction

At SFU, specific standardized safety processes exist to ensure that health and safety is maintained during all campus construction projects. The information below provides a framework for all contractors working at SFU and must be adhered to. As a contractor, review the information below and complete all requirements before, during, and after any work.

Contractor Safety Management System

All contractors and subcontractors and their SFU Project Managers are required to use the new SFU Contractor Safety Management System (CSMS) to document and manage the construction work that is completed on all SFU campuses.

System Overview

The CSMS is a collaborative safety tool that serves as a comprehensive framework enabling SFU Project Managers and their contractors to effectively manage safety risks throughout the project lifecycle. With oversight and support provided by the EHS department, all parties strive to ensure a secure and compliant working environment for everyone involved in the project and the SFU community.

Access the system: 

Contractor Registration

Who needs to register?

  • Project contractors
  • Ongoing contractors (e.g. service agreements, or frequent call-ins)
  • Prime contractors
  • Non-construction contractors (e.g. consultants, surveyors)

How to register

One representative from the contractor company who will be the Primary Account Administrator will create the account following these steps:

  1. Click the link: https://contractorsafety.sfu.ca/contractor_register  
  2. Fill out all required information for “Company Info” and “Primary Account Administrator”
  3. Click to accept the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy terms
  4. Click Finish 

The Primary Account Administrator will receive an email confirming registration and instructions for next steps.

Contractor Safety Orientation

All contractor employees must complete an SFU Contractor Safety Orientation. This orientation is valid for one year. The Orientation must be accessed and completed through the CSMS in order to recieve credit for completion. Please contact your SFU Project Manager or EHS if you require assisstance.

Resources & Guides

SFU EHS has created comprehensive guides for CSMS users. Please review the appropriate guide. If you still require assistance, please email safework@sfu.ca.

Resource name Intended Audience Description Download link Last Update
CSMS Contractor Administrator User Guide Contractor company primary and secondary administrators Comprehensive guide shows contractor admins how to navigate the system, add company details, and create projects. Click here 01/01/2024
CSMS Contractor Worker User Guide Contractor company workers
Sub-contractor company workers

Guide shows workers how to log on to the system, review safety documents, and complete training requirements.

 Click here 14/06/2024
CSMS Subcontractor User Guide Subcontractor primary and secondary administrators Guide shows subcontractor admins how to navigate the system add company details, and join existing projects. Click here 14/06/2024
CSMS SFU Project Manager User Guide SFU Project Managers Comprehensive guide shows SFU PMs how the system works, how contractors create projects, and outlines SFU PM responsibilities. Click here 01/01/2024