Services
Waste & Recycling
Safety and Health
Our Expertise: Safety First, Every Step of the Way
We’re not just consultants; we’re waste industry veterans. Our EnvirOSH associates have spent their careers leading safety and health programs at the largest waste companies. We’re passionate about sharing that expertise, helping you create a workplace where everyone goes home safe.
What Can We Do For You?
- Assist clients in developing safe fleet operational procedures to prevent vehicle accidents and reduce operating costs.
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Our associates are the premier safety professionals in the refuse industry.
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Design risk management programs.
Areas we cover:
- Collection Vehicle Safety
- Safety Reviews
- Risk Managment/Loss Control
Ready to take your safety to the next level? Let’s talk.
Proven Approach to Collection Vehicle Safety
At EnvirOSH, we’re passionate about protecting your drivers, your fleet, and the public. Our comprehensive fleet safety programs go beyond the basics, using data-driven insights and proactive strategies to prevent accidents before they happen.
Why choose EnvirOSH?
We turn data into action. Our team analyzes your operations and past incidents to identify hidden risks and high-risk driver patterns. This allows us to tailor interventions that make a real difference.
Proactive, not reactive. We’ll help you implement driver management programs and route observations that nip unsafe behaviors in the bud.
Permits Made Simple
- Navigating the Regulatory Maze: We understand that environmental, safety, and health permits can be overwhelming. Our experts will translate complex requirements into easy-to-follow procedures, saving you time and money.
- Compliance Without the Headache: We’ll create customized tools, training programs, and hands-on experiences that make compliance second nature for your team.
A 360° Approach to Fleet Safety
From dispatch to driver training, we’ve got you covered. We’ll optimize your entire fleet operation, creating safer routes, improving dispatch procedures, and providing hands-on driver training that instills a safety-first mindset.
Focus areas may include:
- Fine-tuning dispatching methods
- Managing operational challenges
- Mastering backing and turning techniques
- Implementing speed management strategies
- Safely managing blind spots
- Streamlining driver hiring and training
- Boosting driver retention
- Teaching accident avoidance techniques
Safety Audits That Save Lives and Money
We have analyzed over $100 million in vehicle accident claims in the waste industry. That’s not just data; it’s a roadmap to preventing future losses. Our safety reviews go beyond checklists, pinpointing the root causes of accidents and delivering actionable insights to protect your drivers, your fleet, and your bottom line.
What We Do?
Deep Dive into Your Operations: We meticulously examine every aspect of your fleet safety program, leaving no stone unturned.
Data-Driven Insights: Our extensive experience allows us to quickly identify areas for improvement and implement cost-effective solutions.
Outcome
- Reduced accidents and injuries.
- Lower insurance premiums and operating costs.
- Improved driver morale and retention.
- Enhanced reputation for safety and compliance.
Don’t wait for an accident to happen. Invest in a safety review today and discover how EnvirOSH can help you create a safer, more efficient fleet. Contact us now!
Focus Areas We Typically Review
Driver-Centric Safety:
- New driver orientation and ongoing training
- Streamlined driver selection and hiring processes
- Effective safety management systems
- Motivating safety and pay incentives
- Thorough new equipment orientation
- Enhanced driver recruiting and interviewing
- Skill-building in safe operations and driving techniques
- Optimized routing for safety
- Proactive overhead clearance programs
- Collision avoidance strategies at intersections and during backing
Vehicle & Operational Safety:
- Safe container handling methods
- Hazard recognition and identification training
- Pre- and post-trip inspection protocols
- Vehicle condition reporting and preventative maintenance
- Accident reporting and investigation procedures
- DOT compliance (substance abuse programs, driver qualifications, hours of service)
- Vehicle observations and periodic driver evaluations
- Comprehensive analysis of vehicle accident records
Industry Leaders Setting the Safety Standard
We’re not just safety consultants; we’re the architects of industry best practices. At EnvirOSH, our team members have literally helped write the book on waste industry safety standards. We’ve analyzed countless incidents, trained thousands of professionals, and spoken at leading industry events. When it comes to protecting your people and your bottom line, we set the bar high.
Shaping the future of safety
- On the Front Lines of Standards Development: Our experts actively serve on the ANSI Z245 committee, shaping the very equipment and operational standards that govern the waste industry.
- Data-Driven Insights: We’ve sifted through mountains of loss prevention data, uncovering the unique hazards of each collection system (front load, roll-off, rear load, etc.). This knowledge empowers us to create targeted risk management programs that deliver real results.
From the Classroom to the Boardroom
- Hands-On Safety Training: We’re not just theorists; we bring real-world experience to every training session. Our dynamic programs equip drivers and managers with the skills they need to identify hazards, prevent accidents, and respond effectively to emergencies.
- Thought Leaders & Industry Influencers: Our team members are sought-after speakers at national conferences and seminars. We’re passionate about sharing our expertise and inspiring others to raise the bar for safety in the waste industry.
Partner with the safety experts who set the standard. Contact EnvirOSH today and discover how we can help you achieve a safer, more efficient, and more profitable operation.