Certifications
Aerial Lift Certification (ANSI A92)
Our team is fully certified in the safe operation of aerial lifts, including boom lifts and scissor lifts. This ANSI-compliant training ensures proper operation, inspection, and maintenance of equipment, along with fall protection and emergency procedures. This certification means we can safely work at height while maintaining productivity.
Confined Space Entry Certification
Working in confined spaces presents unique hazards. Our certification ensures our team is trained to identify, evaluate, and control these risks through proper atmospheric testing, ventilation, and emergency response procedures. We maintain strict entry protocols to protect our workers in these challenging environments.
Respirator Fit Testing & Certification
Respiratory protection is critical in environments with airborne hazards. Our annual fit testing ensures each team member has the proper respiratory protection and knows how to use it effectively. We maintain comprehensive records of all fit tests and medical evaluations.
OSHA 10-Hour & 30-Hour Certification
C3 Supervisor - Deleading and Hazardous Coatings
AMPP CIP Level 1 & 2 (Coating Inspector Program)
AMPP CAS Worker Level 2 (Concrete and Steel)
Specialized training in surface preparation and coating application for concrete and steel structures, ensuring long-term protection and performance.
Ultra High Pressure Water Blasting
As a company-certified provider of ultra-high pressure water blasting (up to 40,000 PSI), we can safely and effectively clean and prepare surfaces without creating hazardous dust or using harmful chemicals. Our certified operators are trained in both equipment operation and safety protocols.
Lead in Construction Safety
Our comprehensive lead safety training goes beyond compliance, ensuring our team understands the health risks of lead exposure and the proper controls to prevent it. This includes proper containment, personal protective equipment, and decontamination procedures.
Operator Qualified (OQ) - Northeast Gas Association
This certification ensures our personnel working on or near natural gas facilities are qualified to recognize and avoid hazards associated with natural gas operations, meeting federal pipeline safety requirements.
MBTA ROW Right of Way Training
Specialized training for working in and around MBTA right-of-way areas, including track safety, electrical hazards, and emergency procedures. This certification is essential for our infrastructure maintenance work in transit environments.
Pre-Qualifications & Compliance
ISNWorld & Avetta
These premier contractor management platforms verify our safety programs, insurance, and compliance with client requirements, making it easier for us to work with major corporations and government agencies.
DCAMM Contractor Certification
Our certification with the Massachusetts Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance demonstrates our ability to meet the strict safety and quality standards required for public construction projects.
Veriforce/ComplyWorks
Safety Culture & Continuous Improvement
At R.J. Forbes, safety isn't a checkbox — it's the standard. We train for it, plan around it, and expect it on every job. It's embedded in our culture and woven into every step of our operations. Here's how we implement that daily:
Daily Safety Meetings & Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)
Before work begins, our crews review tasks, identify potential hazards, and implement mitigation steps using Skillsignal – a cloud-based safety management system.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
All personnel are outfitted with task-specific PPE, including respirators, Tyvek suits, gloves, safety glasses, fall protection, and more, depending on job requirements.
Third-Party Oversight
In addition to our full-time Safety Manager, we retain Contractors Risk Management (CRM) for audits, compliance reviews, and training updates.
Real-Time Documentation
All lift inspections, JHAs, and safety checklists are completed and logged daily, ensuring accountability and transparency.
Leadership Involvement
Supervisors lead by example, reinforcing safety expectations and stopping work when conditions are unsafe – no exceptions.
Continuous Improvement
We regularly review incidents (if any), near-misses, and feedback from the field to improve our processes and prevent recurrence.