Building Inspection Office

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The ESH Building Inspection Office (BIO) provides review, oversight, and authorization for construction, modifications, renovations, demolition, use, occupancy, alteration, and retro-fits of all buildings, structures, and areas at SLAC. BIO applies 10 CFR 851, thereby reinforcing SLAC's commitment to safeguard its employees, scientists, visitors, and infrastructure.
Contact: Cheryl Nadler or Mark Matthews

BIO Documents

These files are publically available.

BIO: Project Review and Authorization Manual [pdf] March 2024
3/11/24 - BIO Plan Review Process Changes [pdf] May 2024

Administration

Adopted Codes Tables [pdf] February 2024
BIO/Fire Inspection Flow Chart [pdf] March 2022
BIO/FMO Inspection Request Procedures [pdf] March 2022
BIO Review Flow Chart [pdf]
BIO Process Review Process Triggers [pdf] (in the ESH Threshold Review Form - Triggers start page 6) February 2024
BIO SME Matrix Table [pdf] March 2024

Programs (ESH Manual)

Fire and Life Safety (Chapter 12)
General Policy and Responsibilities (Chapter 1)
Subcontractor Safety (Chapter 42)
Work Planning and Control (Chapter 2)
SLAC Construction Safety Requirements Manual [pdf]

Starting a Project - BIO Plan Review System (PRS)

When first working on a project with the BIO group, please enter your information in the BIO Plan Review System (PRS) (internal).

The application will help you create and submit a SLAC construction project. It will guide you through the necessary steps to get your project submitted, approved, and started in the timely manner.