| Making
a Difference
At the Helm Group, we recognize that accidents
should be unusual events and that most of them
are preventable. Our goal continues to be zero
accidents. Our strong written policy and management
leadership do make a difference!
#1 Priority
We strive to provide a non-hazardous, accident-free
work environment for our employees, customers
and the public. Application of our safety program
and continuous training insure that safety is
never compromised on our job sites. Safety is
our first priority.
It’s How We Work
Accident prevention is everyone’s responsibility
and is shared at every level of our organization,
from the Chairman through to our craft workforce.
Managers, supervisors and employees are all trained
to identify and correct unsafe conditions and
more importantly unsafe work practices. Our project
management teams administer our Corporate Safety
Program at the project level, with the support
and oversight of safety professionals.
We emphasize safety on our projects with the same
vigor as quality, morale, cost, schedule and production.
Safety is not something we do in addition to the
work. It is how we do the work.
The Helm Group has an established worker safety
and health program that includes formal training
in construction safety, tracking and formalized
reporting. Corporately, this program has full-time
oversight and management.
The Helm Group’s safety program is based
on the belief that every employee is entitled
to a safe, respectful and enjoyable work environment.
We recognize our responsibility for the physical
well being of our employees as established in
our core values; and federal and state regulations.
We further recognize the vital role that effective
accident prevention measures play in an efficiently
run project. Our managers and supervisors are
responsible and accountable for the implementation
of safe work procedures and maintenance of a jobsite
free from hazards that would endanger people or
property. Support of this objective is a condition
of employment.
Our Corporate Safety Program:
- Defines
formal responsibility for accident prevention.
Responsibility flows through the organization
along functional lines.
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Accident prevention provisions including
safety orientation, education and training
for supervisors and employees.
- Guidelines
for pre-job planning including a copy
of all pertinent regulations.
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Weekly jobsite safety inspections conducted
by management and certified safety staff.
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Specific policy requiring that each new
employees receives orientation in the
Helm Group Safety Program, and signs off
for acknowledgment.
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Emergency procedures, including the requirement
that each superintendent hold current
first-aid and CPR certification.
- Policy
requiring the holding of weekly jobsite/toolbox
safety meetings.
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Procedures for investigating and reporting
accidents
- A
drug and alcohol precention program that
includes pre-employment, post accident,
and random testing.
- Proactive
Safety Incentive/Bonus Program
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Safety
isn’t just a topic for slogans at the Helm
Group, it is our top priority in everything we
do. We constantly review the way we work to reduce
and eliminate the risk of injuries or accidents,
because we realize our work can be dangerous.
In our frequent safety training employees are
encouraged and rewarded for finding ways to reduce
risks in every task, and to speak up if they see
risky conditions or behavior. We know our emphasis
on safety is effective, because our safety record
is well below the industry average.
We have received several awards from industry
associations and government agencies recognizing
our safety achievements. We’re proud of
the awards, but we are more proud because it means
our fellow workers are going home safe and sound
each day. |
