The Safety Consultation and Training Section (SCATS) of the State of Nevada’s Division of Industrial Relations recognizes K.G. Walters Construction in Reno, Nevada with the Safe Partner Award. Designed to increase safety awareness and strengthen safety culture within the workplace, this elite award is given to a maximum of four businesses annually out of the 100,000 employers in Nevada.
“K.G. Walters Construction is honored to be recognized with the SCATS Safe Partner Award, a reflection of the company’s commitment to safety, planning and execution across complex infrastructure projects,” said Dave Backman, Senior Vice President for K.G. Walters Construction.
Through their partnership with Nevada SCATS, K.G. Walters Construction has demonstrated a strong commitment to safety across some of the region’s most complex infrastructure projects. By developing collaborative solutions to challenges, the K.G Walters Construction team has consistently transformed demanding environments into controlled, safe workplaces.
K.G. Walters joins a committed group of organizations that prioritize employee health and safety. Recognition is granted for using a range of the no-cost services from SCATS such as safety consultations, training courses, enrollment in the Safety and Health Practitioner Program and more.
“K.G. Walters Construction has shown the ability to manage high-risk, technically demanding work while prioritizing safety, collaboration and operational continuity,” said Todd Schultz, Chief Administrative Officer for SCATS. “These are all core values that underpin the company’s recognition as a SCATS Safe Partner.”
SCATS provides employers with confidential hazard identification, program development, implementation assistance and training. Employers who implement effective safety programs and have a days-away restricted transfer rate below the national average for their industry may be recognized by SCATS.
Businesses interested in the Safe Partner Award or other safety programs can contact SCATS at 775-824-4630. For more information or to schedule free training courses, businesses can call 1-877-4SAFENV or visit scatsnv.org.
