DSA Bulletin 24-05 Compliance: Your Complete Guide

DSA Bulletin 24-05 outlines fire and life safety requirements for construction projects under the California Division of the State Architect (DSA). Compliance is mandatory for schools and public projects. Failing to meet these requirements can delay approvals, increase costs, or even halt projects entirely.

This guide walks you through exactly what’s needed to submit a compliant Site Safety Plan—with a free template you can use.

What Is DSA Bulletin 24-05?

DSA Bulletin 24-05 establishes safety protocols to protect workers, students, and the public during school construction projects. The main focus areas include:

✅ Fire safety requirements
✅ Evacuation planning
✅ Hazard reduction
✅ Safety responsibilities of contractors

To comply, submit a Site Safety Plan (SSP) with DSA Form 102-IC before beginning the project.

🔹Read the full DSA Bulletin 24-05 requirements on the California Division of the State Architect’s website.

Step 1: DSA Bulletin 24-05 Site Safety Plan (SSP)

Per DSA Bulletin 24-05, your Site Safety Plan must cover the following 10 key sections:

1. Project Information

• Project Name: [Your Project Name]
• Project Address: [Construction Site Address]
• Project Number: [DSA-Assigned Number]
• Client: [School District/Project Owner]
• General Contractor: [Your Company Name]
• Site Superintendent: [Name]
• Project Safety Coordinator: [Name]
• Date of Submission: [Insert Date]

2. Fire Safety Measures

Fire safety compliance includes the following:

• Fire extinguishers must be placed every 75 feet (per OSHA 1910.157(d)(2)).
• All hot work activities (welding, cutting, and grinding) require a permit.
• Smoking is prohibited within 25 feet of flammable materials.
• Combustible waste must be removed daily.

🔹Learn more about OSHA’s fire safety regulations for construction sites.

3. Evacuation Plan

• Clearly mark the emergency assembly location on a site map.
• Post designated evacuation routes at all site entrances.
• Display fire alarm system & emergency contact numbers.

🔹Check out our guide on job site emergency planning.

4. Job Hazard Analysis & Risk Mitigation

• Excavation & Trenching: Follow 29 CFR 1926.650.
• Scaffold Work: Adhere to ANSI A10.8 & 29 CFR 1926.451.
• Fall Protection: Required at 6 feet+ per Cal/OSHA 1670.

🔹How to keep your job site safe in severe weather.

5. Site Security & Access Control

• Restrict site access to authorized personnel only.
• Require visitors to sign in and wear PPE at all times.
• Install security fencing around the perimeter.

6. Site-Specific Emergency Contact List

7. Safety Inspections & Enforcement

• Conduct daily safety walk-throughs.
• Perform weekly audits by the Project Safety Coordinator.
• Implement a penalty system for non-compliance:
  • First offense: Verbal warning
  • Second offense: Written notice
  • Third offense: Removal from site

8. Required Forms & Documentation

Your SSP must include the following completed forms:
✅ Initial Safety Training Log (for all new hires)
✅ Fire Watch Logs (for hot work operations)
✅ Incident & Injury Reports (filed within 24 hours of an incident)
✅ Safety Meeting Reports (weekly)

9. Submission & Approval Process

Once the Site Safety Plan is ready:
1️⃣ Submit DSA Form 102-IC to the Division of the State Architect.
2️⃣ Keep a copy of the SSP on-site for inspections.
3️⃣ Update the SSP as needed throughout the project.

Download Your Free DSA-Compliant Site Safety Plan Template

We’ve put together a fully customizable Site Safety Plan template that meets all the requirements of DSA Bulletin 24-05.

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Why Compliance Matters & What’s Next

Failing to submit a compliant Site Safety Plan can delay approvals by weeks or months. As a result, projects may face unexpected costs or rework. However, using the template above ensures compliance without the guesswork.

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