Safety is our first Value at AES. We hear this, read it and even say it, but what does safety being our first Value really mean? Values are something that must be internalized by everyone and provide the basis for our actions and decisions. When it comes to safety that means there is never an instance in which a job is so important that we choose to do something that is unsafe. We never compromise safety in an attempt to do our work faster or cheaper. The safety of the community, the people we work with and ourselves is in the forefront of our mind and the basis for the decisions we make.



For all AES people and our contractors, you are responsible for your own safety, the safety of your teammates and the people in the community in which you work. You are constantly aware of your surroundings and the potential risks - even as changes to the original plan occur. It is important to follow procedures. Approach each job as if it is the first time you are doing it. Be thoughtful in completing your Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and stay focused on your work. Speak up and use your Stop Work Authority when you see an unsafe condition or an unsafe behavior - it's one of the most important safety tools you have to prevent an incident from occurring.