The prevention of job related injuries and illnesses can have a positive effect on our profitability and will be given precedence over other activities whenever necessary. The company recognizes that safety is an integral part of production efficiency. The company intends to maintain a safety and health program consistent with the practices of the construction and mining industry and the regulations which govern our work. All employees, contracted services personnel, and vendors are expected to work safely and to be proactive in the protection of themselves and others. The commitment to this program by all levels of the organization must be firm, aggressive, and communicated to all employee's.
Management recognizes that accidents and injuries are best eliminated by eliminating the causes.
Management is committed to the dedication of adequate time and resources to the continuous improvement in preventing and improving the environment that promotes employee health and safety. Management is also committed to providing the necessary training to meet the needs of the safety and health program. All supervisory personnel understand and accept accountability for preventing injuries and occupational illnesses to the people they supervise. The supervisors are responsible for developing a positive attitude towards safety and health in themselves and those they supervise. The Safety Department will provide support to company personnel and subcontractors in the implementation of this policy.