This subpart provides procedures for administering safety and health requirements.

The contracting officer shall follow the guidance in this subpart when additional requirements for safety and health are necessary for an acquisition.

Contracting activities. The contracting officer shall insert the clause at 352.223-70, Safety and Health, or a clause substantially the same, in solicitations and contracts that involve hazardous materials or hazardous operations for the following types of requirements:

(a) Services or products.

(b) Research, development, or test projects.

(c) Transportation of hazardous materials.

(d) Construction, including construction of facilities on the contractor's premises.