Safety at Earth Development
Zero Incidents. Zero Compromise.
At Earth Development, safety isn’t just a program; it’s a promise. Every site, every shift, every crew member is part of a deeply embedded culture that prioritizes people first and eliminates preventable risks. Modeled after nuclear facility standards, our safety approach isn’t just industry-compliant; it’s industry-leading.
We don’t just build construction-ready sites. We build environments where crews go home safely every day, where we complete projects without delays or liabilities.
Proven Safety Performance
Our track record speaks for itself:
- Experience Modification Rate (EMR): 0.92
- Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR): 0
- Days Away, Restricted, or Transferred (DART) Rate: 0
- Lost Time Injury Rate (LTIR): 0
- Hours Worked Without a Lost-Time Incident: 170,493 hours over the past four years
Earth Development has had no recordable safety incidents since transitioning to ED Atlanta, LLC, in 2021. That’s not luck; it’s leadership.
Leadership-Driven Oversight
Our Safety Committee, led by our CEO, VP of Preconstruction, and VP of Field Operations, collaborates with third-party risk management experts at Padgett Risk Consultants, LLC. Together, they ensure every project meets the strictest safety requirements before a single bucket hits the ground.
With over 100 combined years of management experience, our leadership doesn’t just talk safety; they train it, evaluate it, and enforce it.
A Safety Culture That Drives Advancement
Safety performance is a direct reflection of leadership performance. That’s why:
- We tie all employee promotions to safety certifications and performance
- All field leaders are evaluated semi-annually on safety compliance
- Projects undergo monthly third-party mock OSHA inspections, with site-wide and equipment-specific reviews
- Supervisors are held accountable for enforcement, documentation, and response to violations
Safety isn’t a checkbox; it’s a leadership standard at Earth Development.
Robust Training Programs by Role
Our structured, role-specific training programs ensure every employee, from entry-level assistants to superintendents, is prepared to work safely and efficiently.
Sample Certifications Include:
- OSHA Competent Person (Excavation & Confined Space)
- Laser and Lifting Device Operation
- DOT Flagger Traffic Control
- Hydraulic Equipment & Machine-Specific Operation
- HAZWOPER & HAZMAT Training (Superintendents)
- CPR & First Aid
- Erosion Control Level 1A Certification
- Weekly Jobsite Toolbox Meetings
From Grading Crews to Mechanics to Superintendents, we train every team member with the tools to prevent incidents, respond appropriately, and protect everyone on-site.
Enforcement, Recognition, and Continuous Improvement
At Earth Development, safety is actively enforced, not assumed. We hold every team member accountable through daily oversight, real-time reporting, and consistent site audits. By recognizing safe behaviors and investing in ongoing training, we foster a culture of continuous improvement that keeps our crews protected and your project on track.
- The Monthly Bonus Program includes safety performance and infraction-free records
- Mock OSHA inspections generate immediate feedback and improvement plans
- IBG Development and Construction Services, LLC, awarded Earth Development its highest Safety Award, recognizing our proactive, enforced, and documented program
Safety Isn’t One of Our Priorities, It’s the Foundation of Them All
That’s why our clients trust Earth Development to manage risk with rigor and transparency, while still delivering on time and on budget.
No delays. No incidents. No compromises.