Safety Statement
At Hercules Custom Iron, people are our most prized asset. Safety is our top priority and is integrated into the custom work we do. We employ a rigorous set of safety standards, and strive each and every day to protect the health and wellbeing of the team, our customers and our community.
Hercules Fence is proud to be a PLATINUM award recipient in Associated Builders and Contractor’s STEP Safety Management System for the 2021 year. Founded in 1989, STEP participation demonstrates safety leadership and a cultural commitment to safety performance.
STEP applicants measure their safety processes and policies on 25 key components through a detailed questionnaire with the goal of implementing or enhancing safety programs that reduce jobsite incidents. Hercules earned top marks in safety leadership, employee safety training, and incident investigation. Hercules fence excelled at safety training and safety leadership.
“An industry-wide commitment to total human health is essential to ensure both the physical and mental health and safety of our workforce,” said Greg Sizemore, ABC vice president of health, safety, environment and workforce development. “ As a STEP participant, Hercules Fence’s leadership has demonstrated a commitment to create the conditions for all to do their work without incident. By implementing proactive safety measures, such as emergency preparedness plans and a sound personal protective equipment policy, Hercules Fence is committed to consistently raising the bar when it comes to safety performance.”
Construction participants placing in the highest tiers displayed an 827% improvement in safety performance according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in 2019. A special thank you to our dedicated and amazing Safety Director, Mark DiNubila for all of his hard work and total commitment to safety at Hercules Fence.
