Safety
The D.A. Collins Companies have a Sub-Zero Approach to Safety. Not only do we exceed all safety guidelines set by regulatory agencies, but we are committed to completing every job with zero accidents.

This sub-zero approach has earned us one of the lowest state-assigned “experience modification rates” among our regional competitors. This keeps our insurance costs down, which in turn allows us to provide you with a competitive cost estimate for your project.

The heart of our safety program is a combination of:
planning, training and zero tolerance.

Planning
Even before we get in the field, D.A. Collins’ safety experts begin a job safety analysis to review potential site hazards and evaluate the equipment necessary to complete the job safely and efficiently.

Training
In every area, D.A. Collins exceeds OSHA standards for safety training. Every employee is responsible for creating and maintaining a safe work environment. Eight hours of safety training are also required for every employee, every year, despite the number of years on the job. Weekly and daily safety meetings are conducted by project superintendents and foremen on all job sites.

At the completion of projects, an analysis of lessons learned is conducted to communicate relevant issues to employees. This evaluation enables D.A. Collins to avoid future injuries and damage by developing standard operating safety procedures.

Our annual safety reviews are comprehensive and thorough, including an evaluation of safety guidelines and protocols; an investigation of accidents and safety incidents that have occurred in the industry; changes in facilities or operations that could present new risks; and one-on-one task training.

Zero Tolerance
Once in the field, project supervisors immediately address activities that could result in a safety incident. Daily inspections of equipment and vehicles are conducted to identify problems and prevent potential failures. Every employee is encouraged to identify potential risks and raise concerns with supervisors.

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