Who is responsible for conducting the site survey?

The equipment/project officer is responsible for conducting the site survey because this role involves assessing the site conditions, determining the suitability of equipment, and planning for how the project should proceed based on the physical environment. This includes evaluating factors like terrain, accessibility, and the presence of any obstacles that could impact equipment usage and project execution.

While other roles such as the project manager, site inspector, and safety officer play crucial parts in different aspects of project oversight and safety compliance, they do not typically focus directly on the initial assessment of the site like the equipment/project officer does. The project manager might oversee the entire project and coordinate the activities, but the detailed on-ground analysis required for the site survey falls under the purview of the equipment/project officer’s responsibilities. Similarly, while site inspectors check for compliance with regulations and safety standards and safety officers ensure the project adheres to safety protocols, these roles complement rather than replace the specific duty of conducting the site survey.