When it comes to industrial electrical contracting, safety isn’t just a policy, it’s a foundational principle. The work is inherently high-risk, and any lapse in safety can result in injury, project delays, or worse. That’s why at Recore, we pride ourselves on the safety of our staff.

Safety is embedded into every task, every role, and every site. From comprehensive safety training to regular personal reviews, we approach safety as a living, evolving responsibility shared by everyone in the organization.

Why Safety in Industrial Electrical Contracting Is So Important

Electrical contracting involves work with live wires, high voltage systems, confined spaces, and often unpredictable job site conditions. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), electrical hazards cause hundreds of fatalities and thousands of injuries each year in the United States alone. These risks underscore the need for a proactive and standardized safety approach, especially in commercial and industrial projects.



Electrical contractors are also bound by strict standards set by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the National Electrical Code (NEC), which provide guidelines to reduce hazards during installation, maintenance, and system operation (NFPA Codes and Standards). At Recore, we not only meet these expectations, we exceed them.

Building a Safety-First Culture at Recore

Recore’s safety culture doesn’t start at the job site, it starts before an employee ever steps foot on it. From day one, all employees participate in structured onboarding and training programs focused on identifying and addressing risks.

Here’s how we lead with safety:

1. Extensive Field Safety Training

Recore takes pride in training its workforce beyond industry norms. Over 90% of our employees have completed OSHA 30-Hour training, a deep dive into electrical safety regulations, job hazard analysis, fall protection, lockout/tagout procedures, and more. The rest maintain at least an OSHA 10-Hour certification, which is still above the minimum requirement for many roles.

What’s more notable is that this training isn't limited to field workers; our project engineers, managers, and even office staff complete safety training. Safety isn’t a siloed responsibility. It’s a shared one.

2. Detailed Site Safety Plans

Every job site is different. Recore creates detailed site-specific safety plans tailored to the challenges and scope of each project. These plans cover hazard identification, emergency response strategies, PPE requirements, equipment handling protocols, and clear lines of communication.

These customized plans make a measurable difference in risk reduction, especially on large-scale or multi-phase new construction sites.

3. Task-Specific Standard Operating Procedures

We don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Each electrical task comes with its own risks. That’s why Recore has developed task-specific standard operating procedures (SOPs) that detail the safest way to complete each type of work.

These SOPs are reviewed, updated, and retrained regularly, keeping our team current on both best practices and the latest regulatory guidance.

How We Monitor and Improve Safety Performance

Stating a commitment to safety is one thing, proving it is another. At Recore, we take a proactive approach to safety performance with robust measurement tools and individualized reviews.

Regular Safety Reviews and Evaluations

We conduct recurring personal safety reviews with every team member. These one-on-one evaluations create a space to discuss safety strengths and identify any areas of improvement. It’s not about discipline; it’s about support and growth.

This individualized attention builds trust and reinforces safety as a personal and professional priority.

Data-Driven Safety Metrics

Our safety team closely tracks incidents, near-misses, training completion rates, and PPE compliance across every project. These insights guide our continuous improvement efforts and allow us to make adjustments before small issues turn into larger problems.

The result? A safer work environment and higher overall performance on-site.

Partnering with Safe Suppliers and Vendors

Safety in electrical contracting doesn’t stop at the gate. Vendors and suppliers are an extension of our team, and we hold them to the same high standards. Every product and material we use is expected to meet our specifications for safety and quality.

By maintaining open lines of communication and high accountability with our partners, we reduce the risk of defective components and project delays caused by unsafe materials.

Compliance, but with a Higher Bar

Recore is fully compliant with all local, state, and federal safety regulations. But we go further. Our internal codes exceed the baseline requirements set by the NEC and NFPA. These stricter internal standards push us to raise the bar with every project.

We don’t see safety as a checkbox, it’s a competitive advantage and a responsibility to the lives and livelihoods of everyone on and around our job sites.

Safety as a Driver of Quality

It’s easy to view safety and productivity as being at odds. But at Recore, the two go hand in hand. A safe work environment leads to higher quality workmanship, fewer reworks, and more reliable timelines.

By investing in safety systems and protocols, we unlock greater efficiency and long-term project success. Clients trust us not only because we finish jobs on time and on budget, but because we protect the workers and communities we serve.

A Track Record That Speaks for Itself

We take immense pride in being recognized as one of the safest electrical contracting companies in the greater Charlotte area. A key indicator of this reputation is our Experience Modification Rate (EMR)—a benchmark used across the construction industry to evaluate safety performance.

While the industry considers 1.0 to be the baseline, Recore consistently maintains a rating well below that standard. This reflects our unwavering commitment to safety across every level of our organization. From ongoing training and detailed safety plans to job-specific protocols and a culture of accountability, our safety-first mindset is built into every project we take on.

This kind of EMR doesn’t happen by chance, it’s earned through daily discipline and proactive planning. When clients choose Recore, they’re partnering with a contractor who prioritizes safety as much as project delivery, helping reduce risk, safeguard teams, and keep work on track.

Conclusion

Safety in electrical contracting isn’t just a matter of policy, it’s a philosophy. At Recore, it’s reflected in every safety training completed, every SOP followed, and every project we take on. We believe that a safety-first mindset results in better outcomes for our team, our clients, and the communities we power.

As commercial and industrial projects grow in complexity, the importance of a contractor who treats safety as a value, not a line item, becomes clearer than ever.

Whether you’re managing a new construction build, expanding a facility, or installing complex electrical systems, Recore brings a culture of care, attention to detail, and proven safety excellence to every job.