Safety has long been more than a priority for our company. It is embedded in how we make decisions and how we do the right thing, always. Our exceptional safety record is a reflection of our shared mindset, built on personal accountability and an unwavering commitment to keeping one another safe. Safety is not simply what we do. It is part of who we are.
Winter’s safety results have been achieved through excellent planning, unwavering focus, effective communication and teamwork and through the culture our employees have built over many years.
Protecting our teams, our partners, and our communities is fundamental to every decision we make.
Winter lives Safety Every Day. It starts at the top with Winter’s President, Tom Nichols, VP of Risk Management, Tim Thomas, and extends to all team members. Making every project as safe as possible is everyone’s responsibility.
Winter’s excellent safety record has been recognized by Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC). ABC’s Safety Training and Evaluation Process (STEP) recognizes member companies that employ effective safety practices on their jobsites, based on 20 key elements of contractor safety programs such as management commitment, pre-planning for safety on jobsites, safety training, and resources committed to safety.
Winter’s excellent safety record has been recognized by the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), who awarded Winter the Platinum STEP Award in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020 and the Diamond STEP Award in 2021, 2022, and 2023, 2024, and 2025.
