AFTERDRAFT

What does authorized person mean in construction?

Short definition

An authorized person is someone assigned or approved to perform a specific task or enter a specific area.

Longer explanation

The term is used in safety, access, equipment, and site control procedures where only approved people may do certain work.

Example in context

The project team reviewed the authorized person during the construction phase.

Common users

  • Owners
  • Architects
  • Contractors
  • Construction managers

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