A responsibility to safety.

Safety is everyone’s job at D. C. Taylor Co. Our safety program is more than the OSHA manual. Safety is part of our culture that is practiced every day, on every job. We plan for the potential of falls, and we employ safety measures to prevent them. We have also developed processes that promote safe and ergonomically sound work practices to prevent injuries and promote excellent work. Our efforts help us maintain a safe environment for our crews, as well as your employees, property, and customers.

If you’d like to know more about our safety programs, contact Brad Richardson, D. C. Taylor Co. safety director. Call 319-363-2073 or e-mail.

Formal safety program.

• Safety Committee. Employees at all levels participate in the development and implementation of D. C. Taylor Co. safety programs.

• Dedicated safety director and regional safety managers. Makes sure procedures are followed and projects are completed safely.
• Substance abuse program. All crews are tested for illegal substances prior to being hired.
• Written fall protection plan for every job. Clearly establishes and defines safety setup before the project begins.
• Site specific job hazard analysis. Identifies existing/potential hazards and outlines countermeasures to overcome.
• Safety loss control manual. A comprehensive guide covering D. C. Taylor Co.’s safety policies.
• Safety training. Crews receive ongoing training to keep safety top of mind.
• Zero tolerance safety policy. Written, enforced safety rules and disciplinary consequences. See the policy (in PDF) that every D. C. Taylor Co. employee agrees to and signs.

Job site safety surveys.
The D. C. Taylor Co. corporate safety director is actively involved in the planning, implementation and enforcement of safety processes, practices and procedures. He personally conducts on-site safety surveys and hazard assessments. D. C. Taylor Co. Project Managers are required to perform weekly inspections of their jobs. We contract with our insurance companies to perform safety inspections and to suggest ergonomically sound work practices. These multiple safety checkpoints provide an extra measure of protection for you and your company.

(*2006 national incidence rates from Bureau of Labor and Statistics for Roofing Contractors under the NAICS.)

Our commitment to safety is evident in our incident rates, which are some of the lowest in the industry. These rates show the effectiveness of our safety programs in reducing accidents and maintaining a safe working environment.

Safety experience.
We have experience working with companies where safety is a prime driver in their business. And we know how to work where special safety considerations are an integral part of the job.