With an Experience Modification Rate (EMR) at nearly half the industry standard, our safety program ensures that you are working with one of the safest companies in the industry. Recognized by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) as a leader in safety, SKMES has the guaranteed capabilities and experienced workforce you need to get your project completed safely and efficiently.
Why Choose SKMES?
In-house safety director & coordinators
Weekly safety meetings for all team members
Additional annual training for supervisors
No significant, negative findings from TOSHA
Extremely low incident rate (0.5 last year, compared to the national average of 3.5)
100% drug-free job sites
Safety Milestones & Awards
2016 - 2020
- TOSHA Governor's Award of Excellence for Workplace Safety and Health
- CSUSA Q4 Construction Award Winner
- AGC of Tennessee Construction Safety Excellence Award
- Commissioner’s Award of Excellence for Workplace Safety and Health
- One Million Man Hours without a Lost Time Accident
2011 - 2015
- SysQue Model of the Year
- AGC of Tennessee Construction Safety Excellence Award (2 years)
- AGC National Construction Safety Excellence Award
- Tennessee Governor’s Excellence in Safety Award (2 years)
- TVA Energyright Solutions – Most kWh Saved in the NE District
2006 - 2010
- AGC of Tennessee Construction Safety Excellence Award
- ABC / AGC Award of Excellence in Construction
- Knoxville Convention Center’s “1 Million Hours without a Lost Time Accident” Award
2005 and Before
- ABC / AGC Award of Excellence in Construction (3 years)
- Tennessee PHCC “Contractor of the Year”
- ABC Gold Achievement Award in Safety (3 years)
- ABC Construction Excellence Award – Outstanding Mechanical Contractor
- ABC Member of the Year
- National Association of Plumbing Heating and Cooling Contractors (NAPHCC) “Contractor of the Year”
- Carrier Outstanding Commercial Package Sales (2 years)
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