Project Safety

Brandenburg is committed to providing a safe work environment for our employees and our customers. We are the first demolition contractor to successfully complete OSHA’s Challenge Program and to be certified as a Star Member in OSHA’s prestigious Voluntary Protection Program (VPP). Star Member designation is the highest level of recognition. Brandenburg also participates in various state safety programs such as MNSTAR (Minnesota Occupational Safety and Health Administration).

We maintain a staff of eight safety professionals with backgrounds in civil engineering, industrial hygiene, mining, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, chemical, refinery, and power generation. Our staff also includes a Certified Industrial Hygienist, Certified Safety Professional, Certified Hazardous Materials Manager, OSHA Construction Outreach Trainers, and two former OSHA compliance officers. Brandenburg personnel actively participate on the National Demolition Association’s (NDA) safety committee, serving as Chairmen for more than 10 years.

Brandenburg promotes safe work practices through the use of a safety-based financial incentive program, intensive and continual worker training, and strict enforcement of the written safety program. Our safety efforts have been recognized by many of our customers including Dow, Gilbane, Turner Construction, and BP.

Safety Huddle – Sewaren, NJ

Workers hold a short safety huddle to assure complete understanding of the task at hand.
Long Torch – Sewaren, NJ

Worker effectiveness, confidence, and safety are all benefits derived from using the right tool for the job.
Confined Space – Sayreville, NJ

Workers are trained and experienced in confined space work practices.
Reflective Coats – Philadelphia, PA

Proper clothing maintains high worker visibility.
Training Sessions

Safety training courses are conducted at Brandenburg offices on a regular basis.
Personal Protective Equipment

The right personal protective equipment is essential to worker safety.
Training Course List

One of the main factors for Brandenburg’s outstanding safety record is the commitment to employee training. Brandenburg’s employees continually participate in training programs. Training is provided to increase worker’s job knowledge and to prevent accidents and illness. Each employee must complete Brandenburg’s New Employee Safety Orientation which covers the safety program and training practices. Brandenburg’s employees receive training, certificates, and/or licenses in the following areas:

  • OSHA Safety Standards Construction Course
  • Hazard Communication
  • Respirator Use & Care
  • Fall Protection
  • Lead
  • Ladder Use & Care
  • Torch Safety
  • Asbestos
  • Hazardous Waste
  • Confined Space
  • Excavation
  • Rigging
  • Scaffolding
  • Manbasket
  • Flagger Certificate
  • Skid Steer Loader
  • Benzene
  • Utilities
  • Explosives
  • Railroad (Railcar Movement)
  • Blood / Bloodborne Pathogens
  • Fire Prevention
  • Process Safety
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Emergency Response
  • Lockout / Tagout
  • Crane Operation and Responsibility
  • Manlift
  • Scaffolding Builder
  • Forklift