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From the Safety Director:
Safety is a key part of a successful project. Our Safety
Program uses education, hands on training, and job site inspections
to insure that we are doing everything we can to create a safe
work site for our employees, other trades and our customers.
NFPA 70E Safety Training (click here for more info)
We have implemented NFPA 70E Safety Standards into all of our work practices.
EMR Rating
EMR, Experience Modification Rating, or what is referred
to
as the “mod rating” is a factor that is on the mind
of the Safety Department at all times. It is often heard throughout
the rest of the organization because of the importance behind
it. The EMR is a rating that is calculated by the NCCI, National
Council of Compensation Insurance. The NCCI is sent loss data
regarding work related injuries by an employer’s insurance
carrier. The rating is calculated by the company's losses over
the last three years.
Buist
Electric's EMR rating:
EMR Rating Scale:
| EMR |
Rating |
| 0.50 to 0.70 |
Superior |
| 0.70 to 0.80 |
Effective |
| 0.80 to 1.05 |
Fair |
| 1.05 to 1.40 |
Inadequate |
| 1.40 to 2.05 |
Poor |
Source: U.S. Army Corp of Engineers
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Safety Policy
We have a written Safety Policy outlining all areas of Safety
Concern and what we require and expect from our employees.
There are clear guidelines and written consequences for not
adhering to our Safety Policy. This Safety Policy is constantly
reviewed and addenda are written to keep up with current standards
and new equipment requirements.
Safety
Inspections
We conduct routine safety inspections on all of our jobs.
These inspections are performed by our full-time Safety Director
and are also the responsibility of our Project Supervisors each
time they visit the site. These inspections are followed
up with a written report given to the Project Foreman
with clear instructions on any violations requiring immediate
action.
Safety Director
The Safety Director's responsibilities include:
· On-site job inspections
· Documentation of those inspections
· Authority to enforce MIOSHA standards and Buist
Electric, Inc. Safety Policy
· Set-up training programs
· Review all injuries, vehicle accidents, and safety
violations
· Hold monthly Safety Committee meetings
· Monitor all employee safety records
· Publish monthly safety newsletter and quiz
Safety Training
We have on-going classes taught by our employees and outside
consultants.
We have initiated the following safety programs:
· Fall Protection
· High Voltage
· Aerial Lift Certification
· Lockout/Tagout
· Forklift Certification
· Trailer Pulling
· Confined Space
· Power Actuated Tools
· CPR/First Aid
· Proper Cadweld Applications
**All field employees are CPR/First Aid trained and certified
(company policy).
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