Safety

At Blackwood of DC, safety is a value that underscores all other company values. It is integrated into all phases of management and operational processes. Our commitment to safety adds value for our clients and provides a safer workplace for our employees. Our EMR is consistently below the industry average. Our safety program focuses on three key areas:

Training

New hire orientation program
OSHA 30 & 10-hour courses for field management
Weekly jobsite safety meetings

Technology & Procedures

Full time safety carpenter conducts training, inspections, investigations and injury management
Written safety program
100% tie-off policy
100% eye protection policy
Safety patrol program
Utilization of the Miller Edge fall protection system
Column straps for tie-off installed on all high-rise projects for use by all trades
Safety committee comprised of managers, operators and laborers

Accountability

Safety tied directly to bonus program
Progressive disciplinary program for safety violations
Cash incentives for excellence in safety
Drug free work force

Blackwood of DC, LLC
5151 Wisconsin Ave NW, Suite 500
Washington, DC 20016

Tel: 202.758.3331
Fax: 202.507.8762

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