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"Safety meetings every morning,going over every step of the tasks that team members are doing."

"Keeping great relationships with each and every worker and making sure they feel comfortable to come to me with anything that they need. "

"Listen , Learn , Demonstrate!"

"I listen to what everyone says because everyone has a different level of experience, so everyone has a different perspective. Something that one guy has been doing for 30 years the guy next to him could be doing for the very first time. That being said, just because someone has done it for 30 years does not mean that it is always correct. Something I see a lot of is complacency. They think because nothing has happened to them the last 58 million times they have done this task, nothing will happen to them this time either. It is our job to remind them that every day there is a condition that is different from yesterday, even if they are doing the same thing. Every voice says something different, and someone may ask the question that saves that man that has been doing it for 30 years life. In the same breath the man that has been doing it for 30 years has seen so much more than the new person and can help them to look out for dangers that they may not even know to look for. "

"Prioritizing workplace safety is absolutely crucial in the construction industry, and I make no compromises when it comes to the well-being of my workers. As a responsible and proactive professional, I understand that accidents can have serious ramifications, not only for the workers involved but for the project and company as a whole. That's why I leave no stone unturned in ensuring that all safety measures are in place and that my workers are adequately trained to handle any situation that may arise. By taking a zero-tolerance approach to workplace safety, I am able to prevent accidents from occurring, minimize the risk of injuries or fatalities, and create an environment where everyone feels valued and supported. This approach not only benefits the workers but also improves productivity and efficiency on the job site. In short, workplace safety is a non-negotiable priority in construction, and I am committed to ensuring that it remains at the forefront of everything we do."

"There is no dumb idea. Everyone should have a vote and voice. Safety Ideas that flow and are presented can only help the project and company. Collaboration is productive. "

"By being an active listener, not trying to interject nor assert your opinion over the viewpoint of others, and asking questions to better understand the perspective of others. By doing this, we cultivate trust with our partners, showing that we care about their perspective and opinions and are willing to take action to improve the culture in our collective workplaces."

"I value every voice by being a team player and making sure no one on my crew ever feels like they are putting on more work than the rest of us. We strengthen as a team. Either way we look out for eachother. "

"I always listen to absorb, rather than listen to respond to others plans and ideas in the workplace. Whether the idea is effective, has flaws, or would not work, I like to sit down and understand where they derived their thoughts from to either learn from it, or respond to it. I provide my feedback to them and validate their processes leading them to their conclusions. Hearing their voices and ideas rather than dismissing them is what will make anyone feel valued and heard. "

"Making the time to discuss safety in the field, on tasks being performed. When needed, explain why we have specific policies related to protecting themselves or others. Always looking at an opportunity to make the field better when observations and or incidents arise. Showing how to perform a task in another manner that is a safer method. Ensure I talk about safety in each meeting and providing the time for others to share personal, field observations and encourage them to share with trade partners. "

"It's about doing more than hearing what is being said, but instead listening and taking an active role in seeking out opportunities to do so from individuals at all levels of the organization. Hensel Phelps has the best people bottom to top because we seek diversity in our hiring, cultivate talents, and grow our people to be the best they can be. If we are willing to incorporate good ideas because they don't come from a certain individual or level within the company, we will cease to be a top player in this industry. I want to see us hit 100 years with a long healthy lifespan ahead of us so I try to aggregate input from those around me, no matter who it is, and implement to make myself and our company better every day."

"The ways I demonstrate my commitment to valuing every voice in the workplace is to listen actively, encourage participation, provide positive feedback, resolve conflicts in a healthy way and promote diversity. Giving everyone on my team a voice is not only a matter of respect and inclusion, but also a way to leverage the diverse perspectives and talents of my team members. However, creating a culture of open communication and feedback can be challenging, especially when you have different personalities, backgrounds, and opinions on your team. I want to foster a team where everyone is heard, valued, and empowered to contribute."

"The first step to facilitating a safe workplace is to introduce yourself to each person on the team and encourage them to be part of the success of the project. By making sure everyone feels seen, heard, and respected, it both generates and perpetuates a sense of value and inclusion. Fostering an environment of safety by demonstrating one's commitment to the notion of SAFETY FIRST above all else creates a culture where everyone feels like an advocate who is empowered to make change. Listening to everyone's ideas and opinions ensures a sense of community and understanding as to why the safety policies were created so everyone can go home at the end of the day. "

"Frequent discussions and encouraging opinions and discussions."

"By taking the time to let everyone voice their concerns"

"Ensuring that I acknowledge and understand the well-being from the front end being a PM to seeing a project through. "

"by exercising the core values every day. "

"using active listening for issues coming up as well as problem solving strategies to address them. Demonstrating to those who do not understand why the safety policies are what they are. Simple things that are ignored such as taping off a tail of a knot on a rope securing something will cause the knot to slip or become untied. People always refuse to secure the tail, so you get the people to look at you just pull the tail and release the knot."

"It's simple - Lead by example and trust the Golden Rule "Treat Others the way you want to be treated". It's easy to talk about it and have good intentions and expectations of those that look to you for guidance and leadership but what really makes the difference is living it and showing it through your actions, for me, I will not & do not expect anything from my project team that I'm not actively doing and demonstrating myself consistently. If you want to be heard, respected, and have an influence on Safety culture you first have to own your actions and you yourself be accountable, if others see you doing it, they will follow suit. Same goes for not doing it, if you aren't happy with how the project culture is its best to look inward rather than outward. "

"By not forgetting the human element of every interaction that takes place onsite. "

"I will listen on every comment regarding safety."

"I demonstrate my commitment to valuing every voice in the workplace by taking the time to speak to every craftsmen I encounter and talk safety."

"Speaking to craft who are out in the field every day, who have tons of experience, and can provide valuable input is crucial. Everyone should be able to provide ideas especially those who are out there everyday in the field putting in work in place. Engaging all individuals on the project through tool box talks is a good start."

"Listening to every voice and encouraging everyone to engage in the discussion. "

"Ensuring that everyone is heard and feels listened to and valuing any idea big or small."

"By encouraging participation everyday during our morning tool box talks and by recognizing and celebrating when we get new voices that speak up during our safety meetings."

"Being respectful and open to all communication."

"by looking at all perspectives of any situation"

"By listening to others and providing the right tools and equipment to perform the job"

"Communication is the key factor. Listen to everyone and value as if it was your own words being spoken."

"I demonstrate my commitment by actively listening and making sure everyone has an opportunity to contribute and voice their thoughts."

"If an environment is one where people feel safe and have the people in the company structure are open to new ideas and opinions, that creates a culture. The response to these voices from other team members is essential to the confidence and desire others will have to share in the future. Building upon ideas/thought/opinions help drive new/old/innovated ideas and can lead to improved productivity, increased quality, that will improve the team as well as the company risk as a whole. "

"I am responsible for safety, as well as every individual at our Company. If an employee brings something to my attention regarding safety, it is priority over all else."

"At Gray we are all on the same team, every voice matters. One Team United. "

"Listen and empower all employees to conduct safe work and safe behavior at every level "

"Each individual needs to be able to speak up and stop work when they see unsafe situations without risk of reprimands. Each person needs to be listened to as all opinions have value, this will enhance the feeling of acceptance, respect and belonging to a team that is dedicated to executing work efficiently but above all safely."

"I demonstrate my commitment to valuing every voice in the workplace by: Listening actively; Accepting constructive criticism; Getting to know people different from me; and Participating in team activities."

"Everyone gets a chance to speak - going around the room is easier for people to speak up, than opening it up to the floor."

"By treating others the way we want to be treated."

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"1. Fostering Environment of Open Communication - I want to cultivate an environment where everyone feels welcome to voice their opinion. I want them to know that their feedback is welcome and appreciated. 2. Culture of Understanding - An important part of hearing someone's voice is understanding that their perspective is shaped based on their experiences and that having a collective diversity of experiences is beneficial to everyone. "

"Everyone brings something different to the table. Taking the time to listen to someone else's opinion is an opportunity to learn something new or look at it in a new light. Every meeting I have, I try to take a second and see if I can learn something from everyone. "

"I demonstrate my commitment to valuing every voice by using my voice on the jobsite. When I see something on the jobsite, I say something. By asking questions about safety, you improve the safety knowledge of everyone involved. "

"I ask questions and listen to their answers. I seek to understand where each person is coming from. "

"I make an effort to show the person behind the voice that it will be looked into and positive outcomes are credited to them. Positive reinforcement of everyone's suggestions or concerns will further nurture a culture of looking out for one another. "

"By making a positive difference in the field with every trade partner right out the gate. Make each and every person that I come across feel welcomed. I will observe and report my findings and issue retraining for task done incorrectly in the field or that look as they may pose potential hazards that are not common. "

"No matter who it is that has an opinion, complaint, suggestion, or innovation idea, I make time to hear them out and share that feedback with others. Even if I cannot find a way to use the feedback, others may be able to. "

"My commitment as leader is to go around the room in every meeting to ensure each person has an opportunity to speak. I also regularly go on site walks to get to know the guys and gals in the field on a personal level. "

"I demonstrate my commitment to valuing every voice in the workplace by actively seeking input and feedback from all team members, regardless of their position or background. I strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard and respected, and I make an effort to consider diverse perspectives in decision-making processes. Additionally, I advocate for inclusivity and representation in all aspects of the work environment to ensure that every voice is valued and amplified."

"I take the time to sit down and really listen to the concerns our team members have. I reach out to those who are new, struggling, going thru trials, or just to check in and say hello. It's important to make sure everyone feels valued. "

"Leading by example to demonstrate my commitment to safety at all times. Providing an open platform for project team and subtrade partners to voice safety successes and concerns to promote a healthy safety culture, both onsite and in pre-planning efforts."

"Listening and empowering employees to speak up by always being available "

"To be safe and to look out for other workers. Hold myself and others accountable."

"To be safe in our line of work and the safety of others."

"One of my job responsibilities at our job site is onboarding new hires. In doing so, I get the opportunity to work with new Crafters and establish a relationship with each of them. At each orientation, I encourage them to feel empowered to communicate openly with their co-workers, Foreman and Superintendents. I want them to feel as though they can speak up and point out any observation they may have, good or bad. I make sure they know Granite's highest priority is the safety of it employees. I want them to feel as though they have accepted a job with a company that cares. A company that strives for success, but also one that cares about it's employee's, the environment, and being compliant. I also make sure they know that the job site office is open to them at any time. Our Project Manager and Construction Manager alike have an open door policy. We all want to do an excellent job and build something we are proud of. All of this works hand in hand with being safety aware, following policies, and addressing any issues that may arise without the fear of repercussions. "

"I try not to end a workplace conversation on upcoming site work without hearing every individuals, ideas or concerns, who work on that site with us, or even other contractors that happen to be on the site with us even the smallest voice makes noise"

"Inclusion."

"By being a great listener, while simultaneously, staying aware and vigilant in all aspects of the job."

"As a supervisor on the job it's important to have daily check-ins with your subs, ensuring that the concerns and speedbumps' they encounter are resolved. I believe that building a relationship with the people that work for you or with you is the first step to ensuring that they feel that they can come to you with any concern. When it comes to safety i believe in lead by example, i can't give workers a warning about PPE if i'm missing any of the required PPE. No matter how small or big the request, concern and/or hazard everyone should be able to have a voice. The only way we learn and improve is with the feedback that is provided to us from our workforce. There is more than one way to do the same thing, and i think it's important that we start to listen and try to understand others perspectives. "

"Stressing the importance to your entire organization the value of safety may it be at work, home, driving etc. that by speaking up to a potential hazard can make all the difference in one's life. I find that communication and prevention are key factors in safety values for your organization to work and stay safe!"

"Take the time to see others perspectives and hear their opinions. There is much to be learned."

"Walking the jobsite is the most effective way to show support. Talking to the craft while in the middle of activity can be bad but when timed properly can have the biggest impact on how your message is received. I make a point to ask the leaders last because the most important information comes from the teams physically putting work in place. "

"On the job site (i64 high rise bridge job) I am the lowboy driver. Coming into this job 2 and a half years ago I had no prior knowledge of operating any equipment or hauling oversize loads that require permits. Being said, I had to ask a lot of questions. I was fortunate enough to be blessed with co-workers that have had previous knowledge of hauling and proper securement of loads. Everyone's input on the proper way to do my job was noted. Whether it were true or false. This also lead me do my own research to learn more. Til this I still ask questions, and do research on things that will help me do my job at a high level and safely. Everyone at the workplace has different experiences levels and have seen different things throughout life. Something they say may be able to help you see things in a different perspective and can possibly help you perform you task more efficiently and safely. "

"I am the chairman of our company's employee safety committee. We have nation wide online safety meetings every month."

"By striving to be an advocate for all aspects of the job and to all employees associated with it especially Safety. "

"You have to take action on the feedback you are receiving. Action is proof of your commitment. "

"It is in my opinion very important to talk to all the craft every time when you go onsite and hear what they have to say. Having their voices heard by an upper management personnel will develop a trusting relationship that would encourage them to spend more effort in reaching out when they see something that is not right. "

"I demonstrate by listening to the co-workers and speaking for them when it comes to safety and they don't want to people know who brought it up."

"I listen to everyone - it is important to listen to everyone on the team to make the team better including ideas for making the project safer."

"I am a firm believer to listen carefully to others to prevent misunderstanding that could lead to harmful consequences."

"Do more listening than talking. "

" 1. Encourage open communication: Create an environment where employees feel comfortable expressing their ideas, concerns, and opinions. Encourage active listening and provide opportunities for everyone to share their thoughts. 2. Embrace diversity and inclusion: Recognize and appreciate the unique perspectives and backgrounds of each individual. Ensure that policies and practices promote diversity and inclusion in hiring, promoting, and decision-making processes. 3. Foster a culture of respect: Treat everyone with respect and dignity, regardless of their position or background. Encourage mutual respect among colleagues and address any incidents of discrimination or harassment promptly. 4. Provide equal opportunities: Ensure that everyone has access to the same opportunities for growth, development, and advancement. Offer training and mentorship programs that support the professional development of all employees. 5. Act on feedback and suggestions: Actively seek feedback from employees and take their suggestions into consideration. Implement changes based on the input received, demonstrating that every voice matters and has an impact on decision-making. 6. Celebrate achievements and contributions: Recognize and acknowledge the contributions of all employees, regardless of their role or level. Highlight diverse success stories and create platforms to showcase different perspectives and experiences. 7. Establish inclusive policies: Review and update policies and procedures to remove any biases or barriers that may hinder the participation of certain individuals or groups. Ensure that policies are inclusive and support a fair and equitable work environment. "

"Communicate what is most important to me and Granite. Value others communicating as well. Listen, but be heard."

"By treating everyone as brothers and sisters"

"General contractors are nothing without the craftspeople that work in the field. These people are leagues ahead of most of us who sit in the office as fare as experience goes. They come up with the best ideas!"

"I listen to all discussions regarding safety."

"Listening to craft employees and taking what they not at face value, but deeply considering how I can make there job easier and ultimately more safe for them, co-workers, and traveling public."

"I listen to all sides, and really try and put myself in their shoes."

"By giving safe space to talk and share ideas to everyone "

"Taking an active role in work activities on a daily basis."

"Active listening and taking time to meet with as many team members as possible."

"Encourage others to speak up"

"I allow open communication , genuinely care for my employees and in turn they come to me with ideas, issues etc.. "

"Safety mattrrs"

"In our morning huddle everyone is required to provide some positive or negative feedback regarding site or crew safety. "

"Greet and talk to everyone"

"Im always listenibg to the ideas that everyone has. It seems to be the best way to find outthe best way to do most anything."

"Being able to talk to other coworkers about the ideas they have for the work task. And any concerns anyone has about the work area that could cause trouble for us or harm. "

"Taking the time to hear the ideas or suggestions of others before performing work "

"We hold safety meetings dedicated to trade partner involvement letting us know what can improve on the project. "

"I value my voice and those around me, so being able to provide the space to express one self and their concerns is always important. "

"By listening and understanding everyone."

"By speaking up and trying to make everyone’s voice count "

"My Team is empowered to speak up every day on our jobsite. Our members are encouraged to bring ideas forward that make us all better and the jobsite a safer place. By empowering my team members it encourages accountability across the jobsite and the see something, do something mentality. Everyone is held accountable for their safety and the safety of others around them because they are able to speak up when necessary. "

"Every voice of the project offers new and better ways to be more successful."

"Through my work as a marketing specialist, I demonstrate my commitment to valuing every voice in the workplace by collaborating closely with the safety and operations teams to develop communication materials that convey crucial safety information effectively. This ensures that everyone is engaged and informed, contributing to a safer work environment while fostering trust and collaboration across departments."

"Open communication. This leads to ideas, questions, research and action. Staying silent or not inviting others to speak, good, bad or indifferent leads to a stagnant stance with no growth, positivity or identity. Each persons viewpoints have value and unique positioning."

"I take the time to really listen to them and understand what they are trying to do and how they are planning on doing it. I think just letting people know that there is someone who's going to listen to what they have to say can be really meaningful and will then motivate them to keep thinking of new ideas or different ways of approaching something. Also, if someone feels that something is not being done in the most effective, efficient, or safest way even if it my be compliant, knowing that being uncomfortable is the best reason you can give to shut work down and find a better way."

"I am committed to safety by actively participating in our safe culture onsite. Personally, I want myself and others around me at the jobsite to go home safely after work every day. Striving for safety in our every aspect of our individual roles will better the SAFE culture for myself & others."

"I personally have every employee's back. I will do everything in my power to protect and hear each and every individual on this job site is heard and understood. If they do not speak English I will get an interpreter. I want everyone to understand that I care about what they have to say, and that I will never place my needs and wants above their safety and well being."