Safety Focus

Power Up.
Safety On.

GMB Power Safe is GMB’s comprehensive safety program designed to protect our people, our partners and our communities. Built around proactive training, field accountability and continuous improvement, the program reinforces safe work practices across every job, every crew and every condition. Safety isn’t a policy at GMB – It’s a daily commitment that powers reliability, quality and trust in everything we do.

Our Commitment

Anchored in Four Values

Our safety culture is inseparable from the values that run the whole company. They set the standard every crew is held to.
GMB Power Safe Safety Program logo featuring a lightning bolt and power lines, with the text "Power Up. Safety On."

Safety

Quality

Reliability

Efficiency

Power Up

Every day, every task begins with proactive preparation for safe execution.

Safety On

Every task begins and ends with one question: “How do we keep everyone safe?” No exceptions.

Ownership

Each of us is empowered and expected to speak up, intervene, and be committed to safety.

Learn & Improve

Treat every near-miss, audit, and toolbox talk as an opportunity to evolve and improve our practices.

Team Accountability

We succeed or fail together. Share lessons, recognize safe behaviors, and hold each other to the highest safety standard.

How We Work Safe

A Culture, Not a Checklist

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Pre-Task Hazard Analysis
Every job starts with a structured job hazard analysis before boots hit the ground.
GMB Powerline Trained and Qualified Crews
Trained and Qualified Crews
Our people are trained and qualified for the voltage classes and work they perform.
GMB Powerline Stop-Work Authority
Stop-Work Authority
Every foreman and crew member is empowered to stop any job, at any time, for any safety concern.
Two workers in safety vests and hard hats are preparing safety equipment, focusing on safety protocols in a work environment.
Accountability at Every Level
Consistent leadership and supervision keep every crew working to the same standard.

Why It Matters to You

Your Safety Record Is on the Line Too

When you bring in a contractor, their safety performance becomes part of yours. GMB’s safety focus protects your crews, your system, and your standing, which is why utilities trust us on their most demanding work.

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