Safety Is Everything
Work Safe. Home Safe.
Altex Industries Inc. is committed to protecting the health and safety of all stakeholders in our operations. This commitment extends to the public and the environment. Our leadership is committed to continuously improving our processes, technology, and resources, to manage safety and minimize risk.
Health and Safety is a shared responsibility of everyone at Altex – shop and field workers, supervisors, office staff, management, contractors, customers, and visitors. Incidents can be prevented, and everyone is obligated to take reasonable care to protect the health and safety of themselves and others.
Our Safety Procedure
Safety Task List
For normal operations, a task list for each job (position, or group) is used to identify activities that may pose a risk to people, the environment, or equipment. This is maintained and updated as needed.
Risk Assessments
These are performed for all activities that are unusual, higher risk, high value, and/or are outside our regular daily tasks.
Safety FAQs
What is your Total Recordable Injury Rate (TRIR)?
Our TRIR for both Shop and Field very low and lead the industry in which we work. We constantly work to improve our TRIR to ensure that all of our employees return home safely. For the most current TRIR results, please contact our Safety Department.
Where are the muster points located?
The main shop and office muster point is located in the south end of 42nd Street, or for the Field House and all operations north of 69th Avenue, the muster point is in the parking lot of the Field House.
What is the signal for an evacuation?
Out building like the commercial bldg. 3 blasts on a claxon horn Main shop and office is the electronic audible alarm.
Who is our emergency Contact?
Jim Lepp or Sonya Brake.
Do we require a site orientation?
Yes, you will need orientation prior to entering our shop area. Please check with main entrance reception if you are a visitor or if you are meeting Supply Chain.
What are the PPE requirements?
Addressed in the site orientations.
Are your cranes certified and what capacity are they?
Up to 150k lbs on the heavy lift side and inspected annually by a certified technician.
Where are your workers treated for injuries?
For minor injuries at Medi Centers that are certified Occupational Injury Service Clinics that work in conjunction with WCB, All serious injuries are taken to Emergency.
Do your workers have First Aid training?
Yes, many of our workers have First Aid training. All of our Supervisors and Foreman are trained in Standard First Aid and AED use.
Does Altex have a Joint Health and Safety Committee?
Yes, our committee has been fully functional since 2018 when the legislation was introduced.
Can we take pictures?
Only after approval from the President or a VP.
