my safety

We believe in always doing the right thing first. That’s why the most important aspect of any effective safety program is a sincere commitment by top management. All The Lindy Group safety professionals hold a B.S. or M.S. in safety.

Our proactive approach to safety is continually recognized by industry organizations such as the Associated General Contractors of America, the National Safety Council, and the Master Builders’ Association of Western Pennsylvania.

The Lindy Group is actively involved in federal and state voluntary compliance programs on select projects. The goal of such partnerships is to encourage joint cooperation between OSHA, MOSH, The Lindy Group, and trade contractors to foster a safe work environment for all project employees.

A trained workforce is vital to minimizing accidents. The Lindy Group provides all our employees with the training needed to properly and safely perform their jobs. Employees participate in the My Safety Leadership workshop, behavioral-based safety training that encourages discussion and resolution of real-life job scenarios.

Field operations leaders receive between 40 and 100 hours of safety training. Our superintendents and foremen complete the company Safety Leadership Course, OSHA Construction Safety Course, as well as training programs on topics such as fall protection, excavation safety, scaffolding, defensive driving, First Aid and CPR. Selected project engineers also receive specialized training. This training is designed to create safety advocates who are empowered to act safely and encourage the same behavior in their staff. The result is a team of employees that is knowledgeable, confident, and capable of managing safety at the project location.

The Lindy Group leverages a significant investment in information technology. Safety resources are readily available on the companies’ intranet and provide our field workforce with immediate access to the information they need to make good risk decisions on the project in real time. Each and every team member has the ability and responsibility to stop work whenever it appears safety is compromised.

Leaders encourage Stop Work Authority by:

While we strive to meet Goal Zero accidents by having the most comprehensive safety education, resources and support available, accidents may occur.

Project supervisors are trained to swiftly and smartly handle every accident event. They are trained to provide CPR and emergency First Aid. A Nurse Triage Help Line is at the ready to assess and determine the best course of action.

All accident data is gathered in a comprehensive record of injury and illness form that includes vital information on the root cause of the accident and potential corrective actions. The comprehensive incident report is shared and discussed with employees. These lessons learned help minimize similar events in the future.