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Services: Turnkey site development including clearing, demolition, grading and pavingRichard R. HarpExcavation Inc.Founded: 1990Location: Fayetteville, Ga.Roster: 80+Overall WinnerDedication to Safety: With the simple sentiment “Safety Is an Attitude,”Richard R. Harp Excavation has made safety a priority among its employees —implementing and enforcing a sound written safety program. Safety is a No. 1priority at the company, whose policy is to provide a work environment that isfree of hazards that may affect the safety and health of its employees. Keeping upwith this policy is a shared responsibility within the company; both employeesand management are expected to recognize unsafe conditions and take steps tocorrect any deficiencies. Each member of management has made a commitmentto ensure that safe conditions will be presented and maintained at all jobsites.Aside from everyone’s cooperation, the company relies on its management toensure high morale among the employees by encouraging and appreciating thestaff. The safety program, coupled with an impeccable safety record, has meantbig savings for the company. In 2011, it received a three-year total savings of$193,225 through schedule and experience credits in Worker’s Compensationpremiums, says the company. Richard R. Harp Excavation also takes time topraise its employees who are complying with the safety program. For example,the company holds an annual safety appreciation day.At the event, employees with zero safety violations and/orno moving violations receive a safety award. There are alsoseveral prizes and guest speakers to enjoy.July 2012 | Utility Contractor 21