“Ultimately, a good CSPP prevents the ‘surprises’ that lead to accidents,” Pulice – a FlatironDragados company Senior Project Manager Jeff Gergal said during a panel at the Arizona Airports Association 2026 Spring Conference in Prescott, Arizona.
The AZAA session focused on Construction Safety Phasing Plans, or CSPPs, one of the most critical safety and operational tools in airport construction. Jeff’s invitation to join the panel reflected the depth of Pulice's expertise in complex aviation work and the company’s belief that safety must lead every decision in the field.
Airfield work is especially challenging. It means construction inside a live, high-risk environment. Every phase, closure, route, and movement has consequences for operations and the public.
What Is a Construction Safety Phasing Plan (CSPP)?
A Construction Safety and Phasing Plan (CSPP) is a document that outlines the safety procedures, logistics, and sequencing of construction activities to minimize risks to workers and, in airport contexts, ensure operational safety.
CSPP: More Than "Paperwork"
“When we talk about the CSPP, I think the biggest misconception — especially for those new to the aviation side of civil work — is that it’s just a paperwork hurdle,” he said. “In reality, it is the primary communication tool between the airport operations team and the contractor.”
That perspective gets at the heart of Pulice’s approach. In aviation projects, safety is not treated as a compliance exercise layered on after the fact. It is embedded in how the work is planned, communicated and executed. A strong CSPP creates the predictability that airport operators, pilots and contractors all depend on.
During the discussion, Jeff also emphasized the discipline required on active airfields. Standards around FOD, runway safety areas, and phasing allow no room for assumptions. In that environment, small lapses can cause delays, disrupt operations, and increase risk. Pulice values early contractor involvement, strong coordination, and field leadership that understands both the rules and the plan's purpose.