Safety
First

At Bigge, “Safety First” is more than just a slogan. It represents our most important core value and an integral part of our company’s culture.

From the early planning stages to the last team member to leave a jobsite, we are committed to educating and fostering an injury and accident-free environment. We accept nothing but the safest workplace environment possible for our employees, customers, project-site contractors, and the general public.

Safety

Record Numbers

With over 2 million hours worked in 2022, Bigge had a record-low TRIR of 0.37 and an EMR of 0.55, which are remarkable scores for a company that owns and operates over 1,800 cranes nationwide. Bigge is recognized by official safety committees and customers for superior safety standards and practices.

Safety

Recipe for Success

Bigge’s Perfect Fleet® is operated and maintained by the industry’s most qualified, talented, and passionate people, including CCO-trained operators, manufacturer-certified mechanics, highly trained rigging crews, professional engineers, expert field supervisors, and dynamic administrative personnel.

By investing in the right equipment and hiring the best people for the job, Bigge extends unparalleled value to our customers. We confidently ensure the successful completion of projects, leading to repeat business and high customer satisfaction.

Safety

A Team Effort

From the early planning stages to the completion of work, we are committed to promoting an injury and accident-free environment for our employees, clients, project-site contractors, and the public.

We regularly perform crane walk-throughs and safety stand-downs, both at our facilities and on the jobsite. Taking a moment to highlight the importance of daily inspections, we checked our cranes alongside customers from the block & ball to the boom to the tracks. We believe safety begins with teamwork.

Thought Leaders

We hold ourselves above the base-level expectation of safety compliance. We believe we owe it to the industry to innovate, educate, and partner with our customers and the industry to make safety the center focus of any successful lift.

Building a Strong Safety Culture Through Valuing Every Voice

In any organization, building a strong safety culture is critical. It's about creating an environment where every team member feels…
Read The Article

Safety Series: Listen For Danger

All construction sites are filled with various sounds and noises. Each sound we hear is the result of an action…
Read The Article

Safety Series: Summer Heat

The heat of summer is in full swing, which means the risk of heat illness is high for workers who…
Read The Article

Listen for Danger

Nearly all construction sites are filled with various sounds and noises. Each sound we hear is the result of an…
Read The Article

Safety Series: Hand Signals for Cranes

Download this chart for easy reference. Whoever is in charge of any crane or hoist operations (contractor, foreman, superintendent) he…
Read The Article

Hands-On Safety Training for Tower Techs

Safety and preparedness are principles that go hand in hand. Our commitment to the safety of everyone in proximity to…
Read The Article