Industry Insights

Safety should always come first. We must create a place where everyone feels comfortable speaking up and feel like they are part of the team with ideas that matter. When we listen and keep safety in mind, we look out for each other and create a safe environment for all.

Safety is not solely about being responsible for my well-being but also ensuring that those I lead and mentor have the same passion for their safety and well-being.

At our company, safety isn’t just a checklist or a set of procedures—it’s a mindset, a culture that we cultivate every day. Each voice matters because safety is everyone’s responsibility, regardless of our role or title.

With more than 25 years of experience in the industry, it is gratifying to be employed by a company that prioritizes giving each employee a voice pertaining to safety. Effective communication is paramount. Collectively, we bear the responsibility for the well-being of one another. The ethos of taking ownership is underscored – if you observe a safety concern, it is incumbent upon you to address it.

Safety is necessary for me because I provide for my family. With young children depending on me to come home safely after working hard, it is important to me to make sure I can go home healthy and in one piece.

Every scaffold tells a story of safety, precision, and collaboration. As a scaffolder, my voice shapes the foundation of every structure, ensuring safety and success with each installation. Value your expertise, for it echoes in every elevation.

As a carpenter, my craftsmanship builds more than just structures; it constructs safety and integrity. My voice, honed through years of experience, resonates in every joint and beam, shaping the foundation of each project. Value your expertise, for it lays the framework of safety and excellence.

As a rigger, my expertise in lifting and moving heavy loads is the backbone of safety on any job site. My voice, informed by years of experience and attention to detail, guides the careful execution of each lift, ensuring the protection of both personnel and equipment. Value every precaution and procedure, for they secure the success of every task and project.

As a flagman, I stand as the guardian of safety on the road, directing traffic with precision and care. My voice communicated through signals and gestures, guides the flow of vehicles, ensuring the protection of workers and motorists alike. Value every instruction and indication, for they pave the way to a safer journey for a safer journey for all.

As a forklift operator, my role extends beyond lifting loads; it is about elevating safety standards and efficiency. My voice matters in ensuring smooth operations and preventing accidents. We value every observation and insight, for they contribute to a safer workplace and a more productive environment.

Every decision we make shapes the skyline, from project planning to execution. Each choice we make contributes to the successful realization of Fluor’s vision. Safety is not an individual effort but a collective coordination, ensuring our projects thrive. When facing challenges, it is crucial to foster an inclusive environment to amplify every voice. By embracing safety as a shared responsibility and ensuring that each individual feels acknowledged and understood, we lay a solid foundation for a resilient and thriving industry.

“In this industry, creating a culture where every voice matters isn’t just a policy, it’s a lifeline. Each insight or concern is a brick in the foundation of a safe jobsite.”

Out here in the field, it’s vital that we listen to what everyone has to say. From foreman to apprentice, we’re all looking out for each other, so it is essential to communicate effectively.

“The strength of our safety program isn’t in the rules, but in the inclusive culture that encourages everyone to speak up. It’s a collective responsibility.”

“La fortaleza de nuestro programa de seguridad no radica en las reglas, sino en la cultura inclusive que anima a todas a expresarse. Es una responsabilidad colectiva.”

At PC safety is always at the forefront of our minds. Taking small measures at every step of construction leads to overall success and safer outcomes. As part of our safety culture, we prepare and thoroughly plan tasks to complete our work without incident. While planning, we discuss potential hazards and ways to avoid them. Everyone has a chance to speak up and work together, so everyone feels valued as a team member. Success isn’t always about greatness. It’s about consistency. Consistent hard work and safe practices lead to success.

I have been a welder at PC for over 20 years without injury. I’ve accomplished that by keeping my head in the game, being aware of my surroundings, and listening to others with concerns or different ideas and experience levels. Over time, your confidence to speak up grows, and people value your experience.

As a Senior Safety Specialist, I acknowledge that construction is a high-risk industry, and my priority is keeping myself and others free from injury on the job site. A crucial part of safety is knowing that things are constantly changing, so safety needs to be on everyone’s mental agenda each day. Recognizing, owning, and striving for safety motivates everyone to have a voice, empowering crews to share perspectives and inspire others.

Every day, I perform tasks and focus on risk elimination so my second family ( PC team) can focus on activities they enjoy outside of work. Through respectful and caring communication, we listen to each other and are open to other’s suggestions. This style of collaboration empowers me to speak up and be heard. The bottom line is that we are better together than apart.

Being an employee-owner at PC Construction means a lot to me. I have a responsibility to look out for myself and all my team members. We are encouraged and expected to speak up when we have an idea to make us safer or more efficient. My supervisors count on my voice and the voice of others to improve our job sites.

We are the last line of defense in safety. It boils down to us and our integrity.

The culture is in how the crew operates together. When we start a new project we bring on new people. They go through orientation, trainings, and learn about our CREW360 program, and you start to see them open up. They see they have a voice here. They are being heard. Once that happens, and we come together as a team, that’s how we succeed in building our safety culture and succeed in building the work.

Encouraging people to speak up when it comes to safety is the name of the game. We cannot see everything, so it is essential everyone knows they can say something if they see something, empowering each person on the job to stop work when it’s unsafe.

“A workplace culture that revolves around safety and the ability for people to bring to our attention unsafe or potentially unsafe issues without fear is very important. Haskell embodies that with an open-door policy, especially regarding safety. My job as a superintendent is to keep everyone on this project safe, and I take that to heart. I want everyone to be safe and Haskell’s policies allow me to do that.”

“Knowing the people on the job. Communicating with everyone out here, knowing their names, talking to them, and making them feel comfortable and open to come to me or anyone else at Haskell to address any feelings about safety makes it a much safer job.”

Cultivating an environment where individuals feel valued is vital. This fosters trust and confidence while earning and giving respect in return. Encouraging your team to speak up and ensuring they are heard is crucial to building unity within your crew.

Safety is more than a task; it is a daily commitment you owe to yourself, your team members, your family, and those who depend on you. It transcends personal boundaries, becoming a shared responsibility for all of us. Together, let’s continue to foster a culture where safety is ingrained in our mindset, ensuring a secure and thriving environment for everyone.

At the heart of every safety measure lies the belief that every voice matters. Valuing every voice ensures that no insight goes unheard and no concern goes unaddressed, fostering a workplace culture where everyone’s well-being is paramount.