Excavation is one of the most hazardous types of work in the construction industry. VersaGrade, Inc. therefore makes its safety training and procedures a top priority.
Safety Program
Highlights of our safety program include:
Safety Incentive Program with Quarterly Awards
Weekly Toolbox Safety Meetings with all Field Personnel including Management. Occasional expert guest speakers are used.
Mandatory Hard Hat, High Visibility Clothing, Hearing and Eye Protection required for all field personnel.
Specific Operating Procedures (S.O.P.) including Safety Hazard Analysis (S.H.A.) prior to work on tasks requiring special or unique conditions.
Pre-employment, Post-incident and Random Drug and Alcohol Testing Program, as well as Federal DOT Pipeline and Commercial Driver Testing.
OSHA 10 hour certification for all employees.
OSHA 30 hour certification for all supervisory positions.
Load Securement Certification for CDL Drivers – Equipment Hauling
Initial One Component Transite Pipe Removal Training (Wise Consulting & Training, Inc.)
Confined Space Training (AGC)
Basic First Aid (AGC)
CPR (AGC)
Trench Safety – Shoring Applications - Competent Person Training + Certif.
NV Energy Gas & Electric Safety Training
OSHA Hazard Communication Training - Safety Data Sheets (Global Harmonization System)
All employees working in or near excavations are “Certified Competent Persons” under OSHA’s Construction Industry Standard 1926 Subpart P for Excavations. VersaGrade is also a qualified Gas Backfill Contractor approved by NV Energy for natural gas service installations.
