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J. Benton Construction Elevates Construction Safety in Territory

J. Benton Toolbox Talk – Construction Safety Week 2021 (Submitted photo)

J. Benton Construction LLC, a U.S. Virgin Islands construction leader, successfully completed participation in the 8th Annual 2021 National Construction Safety Week. Inspired to create a culture of safety among all staff, J. Benton jobsite superintendents on St. Croix, St. Thomas, St. John and Puerto Rico implemented worksite trainings for all staff throughout the week as set forth with best practices by the Construction Industry Safety Initiative (CISI) for Construction Safety Week, May 3-7.

This year’s emphasis was on holistic safety, realizing that construction work is both physically and mentally demanding, and that safety extends beyond the safety equipment and reaches into each team member’s wellbeing.

J. Benton Safety Meeting – Construction Safety Week 2021 (Submitted photo)

Each day superintendents started the morning meeting with a Tool Box Talk and morning Stretch & Flex. This year’s Tool Box talks centered around being present and being focused. A healthy mind and a healthy body are the foundation to be present and to do the best work possible while at work and at home, which requires a commitment to self-care.

“Construction Week is about elevating construction safety in the Virgin Islands,” said Susan Spaulding, senior environmental health and safety manager with J. Benton Construction. “Everyone should feel empowered to do their best, be safe and enjoy the work they do.”

Stretch & Flex Before Beginning Work at Worksite – Construction Safety Week 2021 (Submitted photo)

Construction safety is at the forefront of all J. Benton projects, and taking part in this training week showcases the company’s commitment to strengthen the team’s dedication to safety at the individual and team levels. Safety is not a rule; it’s a value and belief to be shared. Participation rewards included catered lunches, T-shirts and Safety Stand Down hard hat stickers, as well as raffle prizes.

Nationally, Construction Safety Week corresponds with the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) National Safety Stand-Down. OSHA’s training focus is on preventing and eliminating falls on job sites — the leading cause of fatalities in the construction industry.

Fall Prevention Demonstration – Construction Safety Week 2021 (Submitted photo)

While the focus of this year’s Construction Safety Week was holistic safety, J. Benton incorporated OSHA Safety Stand-Down as they paused work to reinforce the importance of preventing falls, avoiding hazards and using protective methods. This was also a great opportunity for teams to review the company’s safety policies, goals and expectations.

Construction Safety Week is an annual initiative, bringing the J. Benton team together to demonstrate continued commitment to building and sustaining a stronger, safer construction environment and celebrating accomplishments in safety protocol.

As a Caribbean-based general contractor, J. Benton Construction specializes in all phases of construction projects including design / build and construction manager for hospitality, commercial, industrial, civil, industrial, institutional and disaster recovery projects. It takes pride in its responsibility to ensure workplace safety on all of its projects — to its family of employees and the community of the Virgin Islands in which it lives.

To learn more about J. Benton Construction and their services, visit the website at www.jbcvi.com

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