Safety

R. Baker & Son's commitment to maintaining safe projects is unequaled in our industry, placing the safety of our employees and clients as our top priority. All personnel, from top management through field staff, are thoroughly and continuously trained in safety procedures. As a result, R. Baker & Son's safety performance continually exceeds government regulations and industry averages.

R. Baker & Son All Industrial Services has been directly involved in four OSHA VPP Star projects (the highest of three VPP levels a participant can achieve), more than almost every other contractor in our industry. It is an accomplishment that we worked hard for, and of which we are extremely proud.

R. Baker & Son's Safety Mission Statement:

The Health & Safety Team shall contribute to the strategic direction of R. Baker & Son and be active participants in the delivery of the team's objectives and missions.

The team shall achieve this by an ongoing commitment to health and safety and the welfare of staff, subcontractors and visitors through the provision of appropriate and effective advice, support and guidance on all health and safety matters in order to facilitate a healthy and safe work environment.

R. Baker & Son's team has over 70 years experience working in each area of our diverse operations supported by a background of teamwork, innovation, integrity and performance. We insist on maintaining the highest standards of corporate and field conduct, and we are committed to complying with all applicable laws, regulations and standards.

Our Health and Safety Program seeks to create a work environment that is conducive to unmatched levels of safety performance through demonstrated commitment and safe behaviors ranging from the top management down to the flag man.

Safety Incentive Programs:

Safety and training programs are continually conducted throughout the year.

R. Baker & Son holds safety award dinners, provides safety award incentives, and maintains and industry first in-house lunch program.

R. Baker & Son is pleased to announce that we have put together a program to recognize and promote our most valuable asset: those that we employ. Each month, a peer committee will select a quality award winner, someone who has gone above and beyond the call of duty. The monthly winner will receive a Recognition of Quality pin, a Quality Award hard hat sticker, a letter home to their family along with a cash bonus, as well as recognition in our company newsletter The Outrigger. The Safety Award winners are congratulated at our August Summer Client/Customer Appreciation Party and the annual December Holiday Gala.

There is no limit to R. Baker & Son's safety goals. Experience the Baker Best!