Safety Program Summary

• All employees receive safety training at hire (to include mandatory completion of New Hire training), weekly Safety Tailgate Meetings, and whenever need arises.
• All employees receive a copy of the Code of Safety at hire – with a copy retained at all jobsite locations.
• Special training (classroom and on-line education) includes, but is not limited to: Trench & Excavation; DOT Training; Lead; Forklift; First Aid & CPR; Flagging; 4 Superintendents, Foremen, and designated Leadsmen, are trained in all areas and are required to complete extended training on ClickSafety.
• All Foremen are trained in OSHA 10 and all General Foremen are trained in OSHA 30.
• E. J. Wade has implemented a field safety incentive program, which acknowledges safe practices and positive safety behavior. The program is revised approximately every 1 year.
• E. J. Wade has a disciplinary policy in place to allow for accountability for unsafe workplace practices and behavior.
• E. J. Wade has an annual Safety Kickoff Meeting to start the new season (Feb.), and monthly safety breakfasts that include mandatory attendance of all Managers, Superintendents, and Foremen.
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment is strictly enforced. (E. J. Wade is a mandatory Hardhat and Safety Vest Company)
• E. J. Wade has a Safety Committee established to assist with the implementation and adoption of policies and procedures, and maintenance of the Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP). The committee meets bi-weekly. Established members of the committee include:
  • Elton Wade, Co-owner & VP of Operations
  • Kelly Aigner, Claims & Safety Specialist
  • Mark Gifford, General Manager
  • Rotating members include Area Managers and Superintendents
• E. J. Wade coordinates periodic Foreman Meetings. This is an open door meeting to allow Foreman the opportunity to contribute to the development of policies and procedures implemented in the field.

This is a summary of minimum safety standards maintained by E. J. Wade Construction and is not all inclusive of procedures and policies implemented.