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Custom Written Safety Programs & Health and Safety Policy Manuals
Written safety and health policies are the foundation of your safety program. The Safety Pro Group writes custom written safety programs and a complete safety policy manual for Ohio employers. We build them around how your company actually works, so they meet OSHA requirements and get followed in the field.
A binder that sits on a shelf doesn’t protect anyone. Your health and safety policies need to tell supervisors and employees exactly what’s expected, train them on it, and prove it when a client, insurer, or OSHA inspector asks.
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What a Strong Written Safety Program Does
Building a safety culture starts with everyone understanding their role. A well-written program:
Keeps you compliant with the current OSHA regulations that apply to your work.
Shows management commitment to safety, in writing and from the top down.
Defines responsibilities for owners, supervisors, and employees, so nothing falls between the cracks.
Sets your training requirements, including who needs what training and how often.
Supports contractor prequalification with the documentation clients ask for on ISNetworld, Avetta or Veriforce (PEC), CCS, and PowerAdvocate.
OSHA Required Written Programs
Federal OSHA doesn’t require one general safety manual from every employer. Many individual standards, though, require a specific written program when the hazard is present at your workplace. Common examples include:
| Written program | OSHA standard | When it applies |
|---|---|---|
| Hazard Communication Program | 29 CFR 1910.1200(e) / 1926.59 | Employees are exposed to hazardous chemicals |
| Emergency Action Plan | 29 CFR 1910.38 | Required by another standard; must be written with more than 10 employees |
| Fire Prevention Plan | 29 CFR 1910.39 | Required by another standard; must be written with more than 10 employees |
| Lockout/Tagout (Energy Control) Program | 29 CFR 1910.147 | Servicing or maintaining equipment that could start up unexpectedly |
| Respiratory Protection Program | 29 CFR 1910.134 | Respirators are required |
| Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan | 29 CFR 1910.1030 | Occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials |
| Permit-Required Confined Space Program | 29 CFR 1910.146 / 1926 Subpart AA | Employees enter permit-required confined spaces |
| Silica Exposure Control Plan | 29 CFR 1926.1153 | Construction tasks that create respirable crystalline silica |
| Fall Protection Plan | 29 CFR 1926.502(k) | Conventional fall protection is infeasible for certain construction work |
| PPE Hazard Assessment (written certification) | 29 CFR 1910.132(d) | All general industry workplaces that assess PPE needs |
We identify which OSHA written programs apply to your operations and write each one, along with the company-wide policies that tie them together.
How We Build Your Safety Policy Manual
We Meet You On Site
Our staff sits down with you at your workplace to learn your operations, your crews, and your culture. No two companies are alike, and your written programs shouldn’t be either.
We Find the Gaps
We review your existing policies, your hazards, and your client requirements, then list what’s missing, outdated, or out of compliance.
We Write Your Company Safety Manual
We write a complete company safety manual: your general safety policy, the specific OSHA written programs that apply, and supporting procedures. Where it helps, we pair procedures with job safety analyses for high-risk tasks.
We Roll Out, Train & Track
Policies only work when people know them. We help you roll each policy out through safety training and your new employee safety orientation. With the Safety Professionals App, employees read and sign off on policies through Policy Acknowledgements, and every current version lives in your online Company Policies Archive.
We Keep It Current
Regulations, equipment, and job scopes change. We review your manual at least once a year and whenever your operations change, so your program never falls out of date.
Why a Written Safety Plan Template Isn’t Enough
A free written safety plan template can be a starting point. It can’t tell you which standards apply to your work, and it won’t match your actual procedures. When a program says one thing and your crews do another, an inspector sees that gap immediately. A custom program written for your company closes it.
Construction Safety Manuals & General Industry Programs
We write construction safety manuals for general contractors and trades, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, roofing, excavation, and utility contractors, and safety programs for manufacturers, warehouses, and service companies. Ohio businesses we work with include employers in Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati, and Akron. Many also need a written substance use policy for the Ohio BWC SUPR Program, and we can write that as part of the same project.
Does OSHA require a written safety program?
Federal OSHA doesn’t require one overall safety manual for every employer. Many standards do require specific written programs, such as Hazard Communication, Lockout/Tagout, and Respiratory Protection, when those hazards are present. Clients and prequalification platforms also commonly require a written safety program before they’ll award work.
What’s included in a company safety manual?
A typical manual includes your safety policy statement and management commitment, roles and responsibilities, training requirements, incident reporting, disciplinary policy, and each OSHA written program that applies to your operations.
How often should written safety policies be updated?
Review your policies at least once a year and whenever you add new equipment, chemicals, job types, or locations. Some standards, such as Bloodborne Pathogens, require an annual review.
Will my written programs work for ISNetworld or Avetta?
Yes. We write programs to meet the review requirements of ISNetworld, Avetta, Veriforce (PEC), CCS, and PowerAdvocate, and we can manage your submissions. Learn more about our help with ISNetworld, Avetta or Veriforce.
Service Areas
Health & Safety Policies Across Ohio
Based in Kent, Ohio, our safety professionals travel statewide. Find Health & Safety Policies near you in Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati, Akron and surrounding communities.
Cleveland, OH
Health & Safety Policies in Cleveland, Ohio
On-site support for Cleveland and Northeast Ohio contractors, manufacturers and service companies, from Cuyahoga County to Lake and Lorain counties.
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Columbus, OH
Health & Safety Policies in Columbus, Ohio
Serving Columbus and Central Ohio employers in Franklin County and surrounding areas, with on-site visits and remote program support.
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Cincinnati, OH
Health & Safety Policies in Cincinnati, Ohio
A proud member of the HBA of Greater Cincinnati, supporting Southwest Ohio builders, trades and employers with on-site safety services.
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Safety Professionals App
Your Safety Program, Managed in One Place
Every service we provide connects to the Safety Professionals App, our online safety management system. Your policies, training records, toolbox talks, Safety Data Sheets, and safety report templates live in one secure place, available on any phone, tablet, or computer. When a client, auditor, or OSHA inspector asks for proof, you have it in seconds.
Beyond the App
Digital Tools, Backed by Real Expertise
Software alone doesn’t keep a jobsite safe. Our team pairs the app with hands-on safety management and expert representation.
OSHA 10 & 30 Training
In-person outreach training with official course completion cards.
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Jobsite Audits
On-site inspections that catch hazards before they become incidents.
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Accident Investigations
Root-cause analysis to prevent repeat incidents across your sites.
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DOT Compliance
Strict adherence to Department of Transportation requirements.
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For over 20 years, our team has specialized in the development and implementation of employee safety programs guided by measurable results, managing safety needs, maintaining OSHA compliance, and promoting a lasting culture of safety for Ohio businesses.
Jobsite Audits
Continuously analyze jobsite conditions to protect employees, eliminate hazards, and ensure OSHA compliance.
Safety Training
Become knowledgeable of your OSHA requirements as an employer, the first step to an effective safety program.
Health & Safety Policies
Written policies are the foundation of your safety program, clearly communicated through custom manuals and training plans.
Job Safety Analysis
Proactively identify hazards and implement controls to prevent accidents, injuries, and illnesses.
Accident / Incident Investigations
Understand root causes to prevent similar incidents from happening again on your jobsite.
Weekly Toolbox Talks
Address jobsite safety topics, workplace hazards, and safe work practices every week, on any device.
OSHA 10 & 30 Hour Training
Part of the OSHA Outreach Training Program. Students receive a course completion card upon finishing.
Employee Education
Awareness training on the effects and consequences of prohibited drug and alcohol use in the workplace.
New Employee Training Programs
Onboarding programs that introduce new hires to essential safety concepts from day one.
OSHA Inspection Representation
We represent you during OSHA inspections and informal hearings, protecting your interests every step.
Third-Party Verification
Assistance with ISNetworld, Veriforce (PEC), Avetta, CCS, and PowerAdvocate certification submissions.
Get a Written Safety Program Built for Your Company
Stop relying on outdated binders and generic templates. Call 330-677-4433 or email safety@thesafetyprogroup.com to schedule an on-site review of your health and safety policies. See all of our workplace safety services.
