Safety First
Safety is not just a policy at Iron Ridge Builders — it is the foundation of everything we do. Our record speaks for itself: 2.1 million hours without a lost-time incident.
Every Worker Goes Home Safe
At Iron Ridge Builders, safety is not a checkbox or a compliance requirement — it is the core of our culture. We believe that every construction project can be completed without injury, and we invest heavily in the training, equipment, and protocols to make that a reality.
Our dedicated safety team conducts daily jobsite inspections, weekly toolbox talks, and monthly safety audits. Every worker on an Iron Ridge site, whether an employee or subcontractor, receives comprehensive safety orientation before setting foot on the jobsite.
We maintain a full-time Director of Safety and Health who reports directly to our executive leadership, ensuring that safety decisions are never subordinated to schedule or budget pressures.
Safety Performance
Our safety metrics consistently outperform industry benchmarks, reflecting our commitment to protecting every person on our jobsites.
Experience Modification Rate well below industry average of 1.0
Zero lost-time incidents over the past three years
Significantly below the construction industry average of 2.8
Annual investment in safety education and certification
Safety Credentials
Our team holds industry-recognized safety certifications that ensure expert-level knowledge and compliance on every project.
Safety Training Programs
Iron Ridge invests over 12,000 hours annually in safety training for our workforce. Our programs include:
- New hire safety orientation (8 hours minimum)
- Weekly toolbox talks on current jobsite hazards
- Monthly safety stand-downs for focused training
- Annual OSHA refresher courses for all field personnel
- Specialized training for high-risk activities
- Leadership safety training for superintendents and foremen
Incident Reporting & Prevention
We believe that near-miss reporting is the most powerful tool for preventing serious incidents. Our culture encourages every worker to report hazards and near-misses without fear of reprisal.
- Anonymous near-miss reporting system
- 24-hour incident response protocol
- Root cause analysis for all recorded events
- Monthly safety metric reviews with leadership
- Jobsite hazard assessment before each work phase
- Stop-work authority for every employee
Safety is Our Foundation
Partner with a builder who puts your team's safety and your project's integrity above everything else.