Commitment to Safety
A culture of safety, built into every project
At Hellem Construction Group, safety is not a task it is a culture. Led by founder and retired U.S. Navy Seabee, our company carries forward a military mindset where every team member is mission-critical, every task has a plan, and every job ends with everyone going home safe.
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Our approach
Safety-Driven Culture
We go above and beyond to protect our crews, our clients, and the neighborhoods we serve. From jobsite walkthroughs to post-project evaluations, our safety culture is driven by training, data, and accountability, not shortcuts.
Zero-Incident Vision
We don’t believe in “good enough.” Zero incidents is our benchmark. Every project starts with hazard planning, continues with active monitoring, and ends with a full safety review. Everyone on our team, from operators to supervisors, is empowered to stop work if they see something unsafe.
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A message from our founder
At Hellem Construction Group, safety isn’t just a priority, it’s a promise. As a retired Navy Seabee, I’ve seen firsthand that mission success starts with protecting your team. That same mindset drives how we operate every day.
Safety is the foundation of our work and the standard we hold ourselves to on every job site. It’s not just about protocols it’s about people. We build our culture on vigilance, accountability, and mutual respect. Every crew member has the power and the responsibility to speak up, look out for one another, and make safe decisions.
We continually invest in training, equipment, and evolving best practices because we believe every employee deserves to go home safe at the end of the day. Our success is measured not just in what we build, but in how we protect the people who build it.
Thank you for your commitment to safety. Let’s keep raising the bar together.
Stay sharp. Stay safe.
Sincerely,
John Hellem
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Our safety program includes:
Daily Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
Before boots hit the ground, we conduct daily JSAs tailored to each project’s unique risks. This allows us to prevent incidents before they happen.
Safety Onboarding
New team members go through comprehensive safety orientation and hands-on instruction to ensure they’re fully prepared from day one.
Safety Data & Analytics
We analyze performance data and near-miss reports to improve policies, increase awareness, and refine our safety strategies. Safety is always evolving and so are we.
Ongoing Safety Training
Daily toolbox talks, field workshops, and certifications keep our team current on OSHA standards, industry best practices, and site-specific procedures.
Safety Recognition
We celebrate those who lead by example. Our internal rewards program highlights crew members who maintain safe work environments and help others stay alert.
Culture of Vigilance
We empower every crew member to speak up, slow down, and stay sharp. Safety belongs to everyone, and we back that with a no-retaliation policy for reporting hazards or concerns.
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Partner with a safety-first contractor.
At Hellem Construction Group, we are firmly committed to executing every project in a manner that is not only efficient and effective but uncompromisingly safe. We hold ourselves to the highest standards, consistently meeting or exceeding all applicable safety, health, and environmental regulations.
We do not accept shortcuts that place people, equipment, or the environment at unreasonable risk. We believe that no schedule, deadline, or deliverable is more important than the well-being of our team and the communities we serve. Our crews are more than just professionals, they are parents, siblings, veterans, and neighbors. Protecting their lives and livelihoods is not only the right thing to do — it’s the only way we operate.
Our ultimate goal is clear:
An injury-free workplace.
A jobsite free of recognized hazards.
A team that goes home safe every single day.
We take great pride in fostering a work environment where safety is second nature and accountability is shared across every level. Because when safety leads, excellence follows.