SMU Project School Construction Safety Measures 2026 – Rahim Yar Khan

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (DISTRICT EDUCATION AUTHORITY)

RAHIM YAR KHAN

NO. CEO/DEA/RYK/13795
DATED: 29.08.2026

To,
The District Education Officers (SE/EE/W),
The Deputy District Education Officers (SE/EE/W),
Rahim Yar Khan.

SUBJECT: ENSURING SAFETY MEASURES DURING CONSTRUCTION WORKS UNDER SMU PROJECT IN SCHOOLS IN DISTRICT RAHIM YAR KHAN

It is observed with grave concern that construction/renovation works under the SMU Project are being carried out in various schools of District Rahim Yar Khan. Since these works are being executed within or in the vicinity of educational institutions, the safety of students, teaching/non-teaching staff and workers must be ensured at all times. SMU Project School Construction Safety Measures 2026 – Rahim Yar Khan.

You are, therefore, hereby directed to ensure strict compliance with the following safety measures at all construction sites during the execution of SMU Project works:

No.	Safety Measure & Instructions
1. Segregation of Construction Area	The construction site shall be properly cordoned off/fenced and clearly separated with Green Sheets through contractors from areas being used by students and staff.
2. No Entry for Students	Students shall not be allowed to enter construction areas under any circumstances. Proper warning signs such as “DANGER – CONSTRUCTION AREA – NO ENTRY” shall be displayed prominently.
3. Safe Movement of Students	Alternative safe routes shall be provided wherever construction activities affect the normal movement of students and staff.
4. Construction Material	Bricks, cement, steel, sand, gravel, machinery and other construction materials shall be stored at designated locations and shall not obstruct classrooms, corridors, playgrounds, entrances or emergency exits.
5. Electrical Safety	Exposed electrical wires, temporary connections and electrical equipment at construction sites shall be properly insulated, secured and kept beyond the reach of students.
6. Excavations and Openings	All pits, trenches, excavations and other openings shall be properly barricaded and covered to prevent accidents.
7. Machinery and Tools	Construction machinery, tools and equipment shall be kept in secure locations when not in use and shall remain inaccessible to students.
8. Emergency Arrangements	The school administration shall maintain clear emergency exits and ensure the availability of basic first-aid facilities. In case of any emergency, immediate necessary action shall be taken to protect students and staff.
9. Daily Monitoring	Heads of schools shall monitor the construction site on a daily basis and report any safety hazard immediately to the concerned supervisory officer.
10. Supervision by Education Officers	All DEOs and Dy. DEOs shall conduct regular field visits to schools where SMU construction works are in progress and ensure that the prescribed safety measures are being strictly followed.
11. Responsibility of Contractor	The concerned contractor shall be directed to comply with all applicable safety requirements. Any negligence or unsafe practice observed at the construction site shall immediately be brought to the notice of the competent authority for necessary action.

It is further directed that no compromise shall be made on the safety of students and staff during the execution of construction works. Any accident or untoward incident resulting from negligence or failure to implement the above safety measures shall be viewed seriously.

Note:

All the Assistant Education Officers are also responsible for all the above-mentioned safety measures and they will update SMU Portal App on regular basis without fail. SMU Project School Construction Safety Measures 2026 – Rahim Yar Khan.

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
RAHIM YAR KHAN

Copy forwarded for information and necessary action to:

PS to Secretary School Education Department, Lahore.
PS to Deputy Commissioner, Rahim Yar Khan.
PD SMU Secretary School Education Department, Lahore.
The AEO and Head teacher concerned.
Office Record.

Ensuring Safety Measures During Construction Works Under SMU Project In Schools
CEO DEA Rahim Yar Khan.

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