In her article, “Dealing with Conflicting Contract SH&E Requirements” from the latest issue of Military Matters, Pamela K. Wilkinson, M.S., stresses that SH&E professionals must gain knowledge of the procurement process to avoid conflicting SH&E requirements. She recommends that both buyers and suppliers include SH&E professionals in the procurement and bid-writing processes to avoid introducing hazards into the workplace.
How have you benefited from including SH&E professionals in your procurement and bid-writing processes? What are your tips for integrating safety into procurement activities?