Occupational Safety and Health
The field concerned with the safety, health, and welfare of people at work.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
A U.S. regulatory agency that sets and enforces workplace safety standards, including those for construction sites.
Off-Site Fabrication
The manufacturing of building components in a controlled environment away from the construction site, improving efficiency and quality control.
On-Site Concrete Batching
The process of mixing concrete directly at the construction site to ensure freshness, reduce transportation costs, and meet specific project requirements.
Open Plan Office
An office layout where there are few or no enclosed private offices.
Operational Efficiency
Ensuring facility performance meets user needs.
Operational Readiness
The process of ensuring that all building systems, processes, and staff are prepared for the facility’s intended use before occupancy.
Organizational Culture
The shared values, beliefs, and norms that shape behavior and decision-making within an organization.
Over-Excavation
The removal of excess soil beyond the design depth to ensure a stable foundation, often followed by the placement of engineered fill material.
Overhead Costs
Indirect project expenses, such as administrative fees, insurance, and utilities, that are necessary for project execution but not directly tied to labor or materials.