Building a Culture of Safety
New Hire Training
Every new employee undergoes extensive safety training before stepping foot on a job site. This training lays the foundation for understanding our safety protocols and values, ensuring everyone starts with the knowledge they need to stay safe.
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Inspections
Our safety team conducts regular and unannounced inspections at all of our sites, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and identifying potential risks before they become problems.
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Continued Training
Safety doesn’t stop after the first day. Our teams undergo continuous safety training, keeping them updated on new technologies, regulations, and best practices.
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Technology
We integrate cutting-edge technology into our safety efforts, including site monitoring, automated safety alerts, and real-time reporting systems, all designed to prevent incidents before they occur.
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Proactive Plans
Our safety plans aren’t reactive—they’re proactive. From detailed risk assessments to preventive measures, we plan ahead to eliminate hazards and ensure every project is completed safely.
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Active Engagement
Safety is a team effort. We encourage active engagement at all levels of our organization, from leadership to field workers. This collaboration helps foster a culture of accountability and care where everyone plays a role in maintaining a safe environment.
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Target Zero: Our Ultimate Goal
At Capital, we strive for Target Zero—zero incidents, zero injuries, zero compromises. Every decision is made with this goal in mind, ensuring that safety is not only a priority but an expectation.
A Message from Our Safety Director
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“At Capital, safety is more than just a protocol—it’s a mindset. Every single person, from our leadership to our newest hires, shares in the responsibility of keeping our worksites safe. Our mission is to not only meet safety standards but to exceed them. Through continuous training, cutting-edge technology, and a culture of proactive engagement, we aim to eliminate risks and ensure that everyone goes home safely at the end of the day. We are committed to Target Zero, and I’m proud to be a part of a team that puts safety above all else.”
— Casey Castrop, Director of Safety
Let’s build something great.
Contact us today to discuss your next project or schedule a consultation.