Must the Secretary retain project funds to ensure proper health and safety standards in construction projects?

Yes, the Secretary must retain project funds to ensure proper health and safety standards in construction projects. Examples of purposes for which bureaus may retain funds include: (a) Determining or approving appropriate construction standards to be used in funding agreements; (b) Verifying that there is an adequate Tribal inspection system utilizing licensed professionals; (c) Providing for sufficient monitoring of design and construction by the Secretary; and (d) Requiring corrective action during performance when appropriate.