as well as extensive training and leadership programs .
“ From the top to the bottom of our business , we see safety as a core value ,” says Joe Lambert , chief operating officer at North American Construction Group . “ In the markets we work in and the clients we have , safety is a license to operate . It ’ s a moral obligation to our employees besides just making good business sense .”
The company is committed to developing and maintaining the strongest safety systems and training programs available . A shining example would be its Leadership for Safety Excellence program .
“ The Leadership program works to improve skills and leadership throughout the company with particular focus on front line supervision ,” says Lambert . “ Front line supervision has a tremendous amount of influence on the overall safety of the company . So , investing in the development of those people and safety programs is core for us .” The difference between North