Safety

Jobsite Safety Should Be Every Contractors' Priority
To reduce jobsite injuries and fatalities on construction jobsite, everyone—starting with project leadership—must put the highest emphasis on safety.
By Ray Reese
September 12, 2019
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by Ray Reese
Ray Reese has spent five years serving as the safety director for Rives Construction. In his role, Ray frequently visits various job sites to inspect and monitor safety conditions and ensure the implementation of best practices to promote safe and secure work environments for team members. During his time at Rives, the company has won multiple safety awards, including the Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC) of Alabama Gold Award, Innovation in Safety Award and the S.T.E.P. Award.
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