At Vortex, safety is one of our core values, part of our culture, and our top concern. Vortex is committed to the highest standards of safety performance possible and, we belive, consistent with good, economically sound construction practices. The goal of our safety program is to preserve the safety and health of our employees and to protect our equipment and the environment in which we work.

Moreover safety is a decisive factor in every facet of Vortex's work, including our reputation, employee relations, productivity, and financial results. Because safety is fundamental to our work ethics and operations, Vortex has an excellent safety record.