Safety

Perreca Electric places the safety of our people and clients as its number one priority. Our commitment for safety begins with top management through all levels of field personnel. This commitment places our electrical safety program as one of the best in the industry.

TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS

As a leading electrical contractor in the Hudson Valley, we employ electricians that are trained and licensed to perform every aspect of electrical and fiber optic work, including hazardous environments following the current guidelines.

Our employess have the following training certifications:

  • OSHA 30/10
  • OSHA 40 Hour Hazwoper
  • MSHA Mine Safety
  • NFPA 70E
  • EPA Lead Renovator
  • NYS DOL Asbestos

OUR SAFETY DIRECTOR

We are the only electrical contractor in the Hudson Valley with a full time electrical safety director. Our director Patrick Galietta is an OSHA trainer with over 20 years of safety experience. We conduct regular site visits consisting of safety audits and site-specific training to solidify our company’s commitment to safety which strengthens employee safety awareness.

MOBILE TRAINING CENTER

To date, Perreca has invested over $100,000 to build a mobile video-training center. This enables us to provide a fast, effective way to communicate to our employees’ new standards, changes in the law, and to identify any potential hazards that may be found in the workplace.

SAFETY PROGRAMS & PLANS

Perreca Electric is an active participant in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Voluntary Protection Plan (VPP) which is an effective safety and health management program that recognizes and promotes the efforts of employees and employers who have achieved outstanding safety and health records.

We are also a partner with the New York State Department of Labor On-Site Consultation Program. This program assists us to maintain a rigorous safety program which:

  • Reduces Accidents
  • Lowers Injury Rates
  • Reduces Workers’ Compensation Costs
  • Implements Safety and Health Programs
  • Complies with OSHA Regulations