Safety Program
Safety is more than compliance - it's our culture
At Jos. Ward Painting Co., safety is a core value. We are committed to protecting our employees, clients, subcontractors, and the public through comprehensive training, strict safety procedures, and continuous improvement. Learn more below.
Our commitment to safety
Commitment from management and field mechanics to provide a safe work environment for all employees and patrons on a project site.
A written safety and hazardous communication program distributed to all employees of our company. The program includes clearly defined responsibility of management, foreman and field employees.
Projects include a site specific safety plan.
Project safety analysis addresses on how to prevent specific job hazards and accidents.
Clients can be assured of quality performance with safety and environmental focus.
Safety program components
management commitment
Commitment from management and field mechanics to provide a safe work environment for all employees and patrons on a project site.
written safety program
A written safety and hazardous communication program distributed to all employees of our company. The program includes clearly defined responsibility of management, foreman and field employees.
site specific safety program
Projects include a site specific safety plan.
safety analysis
Project safety analysis addresses on how to prevent specific job hazards and accidents.
quality performance assurance
Clients can be assured of quality performance with safety and environmental focus.
ISN network
Member of ISN Safety Network.
apprentice certification
All apprentices are certified after a three year training process.
cDS Consortium
Member of CDS: A consortium dedicated to certification of employees who are drug tested.
OSHA Training
- Certified Employees with OSHA 10 hour training.
- Certified Employees with OSHA 30 hour training.
Employee Training & Certifications
Comprehensive Training for a safer workplace
We ensure our team is fully trained and prepared to perform work safely, efficiently, and in compliance with industry standards.
- All apprentices are certified after a three year training process.
- Member of ISN Safety Network.
- Member of CDS- A consortium dedicated to certification of employees who are drug tested.
- Certified Employees of OSHA 10 hour training.
- Certified Employees of OSHA 30 hour training.
Specialized Program Training
- Certified Employees with Renovation, Repair and Painting Program Training.
- Certified Employees for lead abatement worker training.
- Certified Employees for lead abatement supervisor training.
- Certified Employees for confined space worker training.
- Certified Employees for confined space supervisor training.
- Certified Employees for lift and scaffold operations.
- Daily Task Analysis Planning.
- Environmental, Safety and Health Director.
Documentation & Communication
- Material Safety and Data Sheets.
- Open communication with general contractors and owner representatives on safety issues.
Jos. Ward Painting Co. Safety Manual
Table of Contents
1. Safety Policy Guidelines
2. Personnel Duties and Responsibilities
3. Safety Rules and Requirements
4. Housekeeping & General Waste Management
5. Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
6. Overspray
7. Tools, Equipment, Auto and Machinery
8. Ladders, Scaffolds, and Work Platforms
9. Fall Protection
10. Safety Monitoring Plan
11. Electrical Safety
12. Emergency Procedures and Guidelines
13. Disciplinary Policy
14. Respiratory Protection
15. Hearing Conservation Program
16. Eye Protection Program
17. Lead Safety Program
18. Hazard Communication Program
19. Confined Space
20. Substance Abuse Policy
21. Lockout/Tagout
22. Vehicle/Driving Safety Program
23. First Aid/CPR and Bloodborne Pathogens
24. Fire Prevention/Fire Extinguishers
25. Abrasive Blasting
26. Spill Prevention/Spill Response
27. Hexavalent Chromium
28. Laser Safety Overview
29. Subcontractor Management Program
30. Light Duty Return to Work Program
31. Silica Dust Program
32. Behavior-Based Safety
33. Power Industrial Truck Safety
34. Incident Investigations
35. Injury/Illness Recordkeeping
36. Work Practice Controls
37. Material Handling Safety
38. Heat Stress Prevention Program
39. Environmental Management System (EMS) Program
40. Risk Assessment
41. Stop Work Authority
42. Preventative Maintenance
43. Injury & Illness Prevention Program
44. Fatigue Management
45. Cold Weather/Stress Safety
Why clients Choose Jos. Ward
Quality. Safety. Performance.
Our goal is simple: deliver exceptional results while protecting people, property, and operations.
- Commitment to Safety
- Quality Performance
- Environmental Responsibility
- Regulatory Compliance
- Professional Project Execution
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