SAFETY IS WHAT DEFINES US

Protecting Our People, Our Clients, and Every Project

At Wildcat Contractors, safety is more than a requirement—it's a core value that drives every decision we make. From underground utility installation and concrete-encased duct banks to data center infrastructure, electrical utilities, and excavation, we are committed to creating a safe work environment for our employees, clients, trade partners, and the communities we serve.

Our safety program is built around proactive planning, continuous training, regulatory compliance, and accountability at every level of the organization. This dedication to safety has earned us an Experience Modification Rate (EMR) of 0.97. We believe that every incident is preventable, and every employee has the responsibility and authority to work safely.

Dedicated Safety Leadership

Our Safety Manager, Gloria Exiga's sole responsibility is protecting our workforce and ensuring every project meets or exceeds OSHA standards, client requirements, and industry best practices.

With nine years of construction safety management experience and hands-on field knowledge across multiple construction disciplines, Gloria provides daily oversight for projects involving:

• Underground utility construction

• Excavation and trenching

• Concrete construction

• Confined space operations

• Heavy equipment

• Lifting and rigging operations

• Fall protection

• Fleet safety and DOT compliance

• High-profile commercial and data center projects

Rather than simply enforcing regulations, our Safety Manager works alongside project teams to identify hazards before work begins, develop practical solutions, and promote a culture where safety is everyone's responsibility.

Industry Certifications & Qualifications

Gloria continually invests in professional development and holds multiple nationally recognized certifications, including:

• OSHA 502 Outreach Instructor

• First Aid, CPR, and AED Instructor

• Competent Person – Excavation and Trenching

• Competent Person – Confined Space Entry

• Competent Person – Fall Protection

• Competent Person – Silica Awareness and Control

These certifications ensure our employees receive current, effective training that aligns with OSHA regulations and evolving industry standards.

Experience Built in the Field

Great safety leadership comes from understanding the work being performed.

Gloria has spent nine years supporting construction operations across a wide variety of disciplines, including:

• Concrete construction

• Underground utilities

• Excavation

• Grading

• Carpentry

• Confined-space work

• Utility installation

• Heavy civil construction

This practical field experience allows our safety program to focus on real-world solutions that improve productivity while protecting our workforce.

Recognized for Safety Excellence

Gloria has received a Five-Year Professional Achievement Award recognizing outstanding contributions to workplace safety, operational excellence, and the continued protection of employees.

Additional accomplishments include:

• Modernizing company safety manuals, policies, and procedures

• Developing comprehensive employee training programs

• Leading DOT compliance initiatives

• Digitizing safety documentation and recordkeeping systems

• Building scalable safety programs that support multiple construction divisions

• Strengthening safety systems to meet the requirements of highly regulated clients and complex construction environments

Our commitment to safety has also earned recognition from leading owners, general contractors, consultants, and project partners, including organizations involved in large-scale manufacturing, commercial construction, and mission-critical data center development.

Our Safety Program

Wildcat Contractors maintains a comprehensive safety management system designed to prevent incidents before they occur.

Our program includes:

• Daily jobsite inspections

• Project safety audits

• Hazard identification and risk assessments

• Job Safety Analyses (JSAs)

• Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs)

• Site-specific safety plans

• Emergency response planning

• New-hire safety orientation

• Ongoing employee training

• Toolbox talks and safety stand-downs

• Incident investigations and root cause analysis

• OSHA compliance monitoring

• PPE inspections and verification

• Fleet and driver safety management

• Regulatory documentation and recordkeeping

• Continuous improvement through trend analysis

Every project receives proactive safety planning tailored to its unique scope, hazards, and client requirements.

Safety in Every Phase of Construction

Our Safety Manager provides oversight for work involving:

• Underground electrical utilities

• Concrete-encased duct banks

• Direct-buried conduit systems

• Excavation and trenching

• Utility crossings

• Manhole installations

• Equipment pads

• Transformer pads

• Switchgear foundations

• Heavy equipment operations

• Crane and lifting activities

• Confined spaces

• Traffic control

• Data center infrastructure

By participating throughout the project lifecycle—from preconstruction planning through project completion—we help ensure work is performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all applicable regulations.

Building a Strong Safety Culture

Safety isn't confined to one department—it is embedded throughout our organization.

Gloria partners with company leadership, project managers, superintendents, foremen, and field employees to foster open communication, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Every employee is empowered to:

• Identify hazards

• Report unsafe conditions

• Participate in safety planning

• Recommend improvements

• Stop work when an unsafe condition exists

This collaborative approach strengthens our culture and helps ensure everyone returns home safely at the end of each day.

Safety Is Our Commitment

Whether we're installing underground utilities for a commercial development, supporting mission-critical data center construction, or building infrastructure for future growth, Wildcat Contractors remains committed to protecting our people, delivering quality work, and exceeding our clients' safety expectations.

Our investment in experienced safety leadership, ongoing employee training, and continuous improvement reflects our belief that the safest projects are also the most successful.

If you are looking for a contractor that prioritizes safety on every project, contact Wildcat Contractors to learn how our experienced team can support your next project.