effect of multi-tiered oversight, daily hazard analysis, adaptable protective systems, planning, and supervision. AGC of California awarded the project and BALI Construc- tion its Construction Safety Excellence Award for “Safety on a High Hazard Project” for 2026. Overcoming the project’s many high-hazard challenges


took a multipronged approach. Among the solutions deployed: • Excavation protection matched the field conditions. BALI used a flexible approach, selecting the protective systems best suited to the depth, soil, access, and adjacent improvements at each project location. Tis varied approach included using engineered beam-and-plate shoring, slide rail systems, trench shields and boxes, vertical hydraulic shoring, and properly sloped excavation.


• Dewatering protected the excavation and waterfront.Te approximately 500-GPM dewatering system was operated and maintained as part of the excavation-protection plan for about 14 months, with around-the-clock monitoring, maintenance, and support. BALI continually coordinated groundwater extraction for the active work areas.


• Daily planning converted the design into field controls.


BALI used daily Job Hazard Analyses, Competent Person excavation and shoring inspections, site audits, traffic- control plans, soils technician collaboration, and continuous field supervision, while piloting an enhanced, more effective stretch-and-flex and body-mechanics program that helped reduce companywide soft tissue injuries by 60% year over year.


• Coordination across work crews, utilities, and trades. Utility coordination and confined-space procedures were integrated into the daily plan. BALI consistently and effectively worked with MATT Construction, Jerico Development, the Port of Los Angeles, LADWP, and other stakeholders to exceed goals and expectations in budget and schedule.


• Emergency and environmental readiness supported the work. The project-specific Spill Prevention and Emergency Response Plan established a common response framework for leaks, releases, changing water conditions, and other urgent events.


Through these and other solutions, BALI successfully completed the project without any major safety incidents.


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