Our Chief Financial Officer, Kathy Gianquitto was recognized by The Associated Builders and Contractors of Metro Washington to honor WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION. Hercules Fence is proud to have such a dedicated and supportive CFO on our team. Congratulations Kathy on this WELL DESERVED honor. We are lucky to have you!
The Richmond branch of Hercules Fence managed by Chris Hilliar has done an amazing job with our deer fencing project on I-64 in Albemarle County. It has had a 100% success rate in keeping wildlife off the highway while preventing collisions and protecting animals. The department of transportation is encouraged by the results and would like to expand its Wildlife Fencing efforts throughout the state.
Hercules Fence safety director, Mark DiNubila was invited to speak and present a strategy he developed to allow front line staff to easily and quickly submit potential safety issues. Mark’s method of soliciting & managing safety good catches and near misses utilizes of QR codes and smart sheets.
This presentation took place at the American Society of Safety Professionals. For more information, please visit: https://chesapeake.assp.org/
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JESSSUP, Maryland, 11/3/20 Hercules Fence announced it has achieved SILVER in Associated Builders and Contractor’s STEP Safety Management System. Founded in 1989, STEP participation demonstrates safety leadership and a cultural commitment to safety performance.
STEP applicants measure their safety processes and policies on 25 key components through a detailed questionnaire with the goal of implementing or enhancing safety programs that reduce jobsite incidents. Hercules earned top marks in safety leadership, employee safety training, and incident investigation. Hercules fence excelled at safety training and safety leadership.
Evan Winston, President and Owner of Hercules Fence said, “We treat safety as our # 1 priority. It is not simply a box to check, but rather working safely is on the forefront on everyone’s mind at Hercules Fence. A huge part of our mission is providing a culture for our employees to thrive—both personally and professionally. Keeping everyone at Hercules safe is critical and is engrained in our company DNA. We are proud to be industry leaders putting safety first and caring deeply about doing things right—even when nobody is looking.”
“An industry-wide commitment to total human health is essential to ensure both the physical and mental health and safety of our workforce,” said Greg Sizemore, ABC vice president of health, safety, environment and workforce development. “ As a STEP participant, Hercules Fence’s leadership has demonstrated a commitment to create the conditions for all to do their work without incident. By implementing proactive safety measures, such as emergency preparedness plans and a sound personal protective equipment policy, Hercules Fence is committed to consistently raising the bar when it comes to safety performance.”
According to ABC’s annual Safety Performance Report, applying STEP processes dramatically improves safety performance among participants regardless of company size or type of work, and can reduce recordable incidents up to 88%, making the best performing companies 827% safer than the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics industry average. Ratings range from Diamond, the highest, to Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Participant.
To learn more about the STEP program, visit abcstep.org.
Hercules Fence was a proud sponsor of the Maryland Food Bank at the Ravens Family Fun and Food Drive Telethon held on Giving Tuesday 12/1/20. All donations made during our “power hour” were matched by Hercules Fence. Over $500,000 was raised throughout the event. Hercules is passionate about giving back to those in need of meals at this very challenging time. Hercules also contributed to 4 other Food Banks in close proximity to each of our offices throughout the Maryland, DC and Virginia areas.
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