Safety


Safety is first on the job, last to leave.

Long Painting uses state-of-the-art technology including in-house quantitative respirator fit testing.
Our training includes the proper handling of materials and operation of equipment.
Training sessions are conducted by specialists on our staff and other experts from around the nation.
"BACK TO BASICS"

In 2009, Long Painting established as the Safety Department annual mantra the phrase "Back to Basics." The priorities established to support this movement are:

  1. Employee Safety
  2. Regulatory Compliance
  3. Operational Efficiencies.
Employees are focused on team safety and are reminded that there is never any task that needs to be performed that is worth being injured. To that end, they are empowered to make field decisions that err on the side of safety until such time as the risk is eliminated. Superintendents and foremen receive extensive regulatory training to help them to better understand the nature of all applicable regulations and to better equip them to follow all federal, state, and local regulatory requirements. Concurrently, the Safety Department works with operations to identify safer methods of performing tasks that may afford a higher level of operational efficiency.

Back to Basics is more than just a phrase - it is the means to reaching a zero incident workplace.

Mike Wilkinson
Safety Director

Safety Planning

  • Every job at Long Painting includes a site specific written safety plan.
  • The Safety Plan addresses potential hazards and accidents.
  • Clients can be assured of quality performance with a safety and environmental focus.

Safety and Environmental Best Practices

Employees and supervisors team up for safety and environmental awareness on every job. Ongoing training equips employees to deliver work on time and within budget safely. Long Painting is a leader in comprehensive safety and education programs to protect employees, clients and the environment. Long Painting works more than 500,000 hours annually and have best practice safety record recognized by national building industry trade associations and the IUPAT.


Formula For Success: Training and Commitment

Long Painting’s safety focus includes incentive plans, management commitment, and ongoing training and awareness. Staff specialists and nationwide specialists keep employees updated on new coating technologies and application techniques. The Safety & Environmental Education Department provides comprehensive training. This training is in addition to required union-sponsored classes in safety and first aid and includes:

  • Construction and equipment procedures and operation.
  • Hazardous materials use and disposal.
  • Electrical safety and safety solutions for high rigging jobs.
  • Proper use of personal protection equipment.
  • Meticulously maintained state-of-the art equipment.
  • Project documentation.
  • Clear safety procedures at the job site.
Keep in mind our bids include built-in loss protection that can save you time and money in the long run.