Safety

Safety Mission Statement

At Summit Materials, safety is a core value embedded in everything we do. Our commitment to the well-being of our employees, customers, and communities is unwavering. We empower our employees to build and maintain safe work environments through comprehensive training, continuous improvement of systems, and open communication. Safety is everyone’s responsibility, and we hold ourselves accountable to ensure that every team member goes home safe each day. Our goal is world-class performance with zero incidents, every day. Most importantly, each employee has the authority to halt any job if a safety concern arises—safety always comes first. 

BEST IN CLASS LEADERSHIP

Guided by committed leadership, the Summit Materials Safety Team works diligently to keep our employees safe in every task, whether it’s entering the office or operating heavy equipment. Our safety professionals ensure that each task is performed safely and efficiently, reflecting our belief that at Summit, we are family—and safety is everyone’s responsibility.

Our Safety Culture

We take a disciplined approach to safety, striving for a world-class safety program across all business lines and functions. Our commitment includes using organization tools like 5S—sort, set in order, shine, standardize, and sustain—to proactively manage housekeeping and storage, preventing potential hazards for employees and communities alike. Guided by risk assessments and our 10 safety principles, we ensure every task is performed with safety as the top priority. Weekly safety meetings, toolbox talks, and ongoing training sessions keep safety practices fresh and foster a culture where safety is everyone’s responsibility.

10 Safety Principles

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Personal Protective Equipment

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Transportation and Mobile Equipment

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Confined Space

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Lifting and Rigging

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Cell Phone & Electronic Device Usage

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Ergonomics

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Safety Behavior Guidelines

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Fall Protection

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Risk Assessments

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Lock out, tag out, and try

What We Do