Safety is Serious Business
McGeorge Contracting has a world-class safety culture. Our leaders have a sincere desire to see employees return home to their families – our families – safe and healthy. That commitment spreads deep into our entire organization, with all of our employees caring for and respecting each other as we work safely together.
Developing a World-Class Culture of Safety
Because we respect and appreciate the loyalty and hard work of all who are employed at our work sites, this company’s goal is to have an “Accident Free” workplace. Our culture of safety is built on an innovative set of safety principles and processes:
The Right Mindset
- We have tool sets, skills sets and mindsets, but a safety mindset is the most important
- Focus on the positive and learn from the negative – “Plant grass. Don’t pull weeds.”
Focus on the Task
- Eliminate mental clutter and avoid distractions
- “Be where your feet are!”
Talk Safety
- What is talked about expands
- Keep safety at the forefront of your mind
Be Accountable for Yourself and Your Team
- Safety is everyone’s responsibility
- “If you see it, own it!”
Be Proactive
- Get in front of an incident
- Identify and address hazards before anything happens
Take the Time to be Safe
- Daily safety huddles to plan for the day
- Timeouts during the day to address hazards of a specific task
Make Continuous Improvements
- Make a deliberate effort to fight complacency
- Never be finished with safety – practice, practice, practice