At Team Kreider, We Dig Safety!
The purpose of the management of B.R. Kreider & Son, Inc. is to continually improve a safety program where every employee will strive to maintain a safe workplace and use safe work practices and procedures at all times.
Our initiative in establishing and maintaining a certified committee demonstrates our strong commitment to workplace safety and making Pennsylvania a safer place in which to work.
Workplace Safety Committee / PA State Certified by Dept. Of Labor & Industry
Purpose:
The purpose of the safety committee is to provide an opportunity for all levels of B.R. Kreider & Son, Inc. employees to work together to improve workplace safety and health.
Objectives:
The Committee has four main objectives:
- Provide measures for employee involvement in achieving a safe and healthful workplace,
- Review safety related incidents, injuries and illnesses,
- Conduct monthly jobsite safety inspections that identify existing and predictable hazards and recommend methods for eliminating or controlling those hazards, and
- Establish goals the committee can work on throughout the term.
Toolbox Talk Tuesday:
Toolbox Talks of 10 to 15 minutes in length are held on Tuesday of each week. A tracking system is in place to document employee and manager attendance. The topics that are chosen are relative to the hazards we experience. Some examples include:
- Excavation safety
- Heavy equipment safety
- Personal protective equipment
- Review of prior incidents
- Safety policy updates
A "Circle of Safety"
When we’re on the road, safety begins with our vehicles. Our “Circle of Safety” program is focused on making sure our vehicle is safe before we climb inside. We complete a walk around inspection of the vehicle to identify unsafe conditions including:
- Low tire pressure
- Damaged lights, or
- Obstructions that could cause vehicle damage
BRK’s “Circle of Safety” cone is our daily hand-held reminder for our drivers!
BRK's an OSHA Partner!
B.R. Kreider & Son, Inc. has bolstered its commitment to its employees' safety and health, in conjunction with Associated Builders and Contractors Keystone Chapter (ABC), to partner with the region three local area offices of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). This partnership has strengthened B.R Kreider & Son, Inc.'s safety culture since its formation in 2006.
