Safety
Safety Excellence - Proven in the Field
At G. Greene, safety isn’t just a protocol, it’s a promise. Our people are the cornerstone of every project, and we’re committed to safeguarding the well-being of employees, subcontractors, clients, and communities. From the first planning meeting to project completion, we uphold rigorous safety standards in both our offices and on every job site.
Industry Recognition:
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Trusted by Clients:
A Continuous Commitment
Safety is not a one-time achievement—it’s a standard we raise every day. Through ongoing training, awareness programs, and partnerships, we continue to strengthen our culture of safety and deliver projects with the highest levels of care and responsibility.
We believe in continuous improvement, and that means actively engaging with our teams and industry partners.
Safety Week:
Each year, our Hyde Park headquarters hosts a full day of safety awareness, vendor demonstrations, and hands-on training. Thanks to partners like R.G. Mearn Co., Inc., Milwaukee Tool, Pyramex Safety Products, and Crum & Forster, our employees gain valuable insights into smarter tools, better training, and essential practices.
Training & Education:
From OSHA certifications to specialized programs in driver safety, fall protection, and confined spaces, we invest in equipping our people with the knowledge to work safely and effectively.
Collaboration:
We proudly work with vendors, insurers, and industry leaders to stay at the forefront of safety innovation.
Safety Leaders
Behind every initiative is a dedicated team that drives our program forward. Their leadership ensures that safety is prioritized across all divisions, projects, and partnerships:
J. Downey
Director of Safety
J. has been with G. Greene since he joined our team in 2008.
He is a founding member and 1 of 7 on the steering committee for Construction Safety Roundtable of Eastern MA (CSREM). One of the largest alliances with OSHA of Safety professionals that meet monthly to discuss safety topics and subjects for our industry. CSREM is the first ambassador program with OSHA in Region 1.
Joe Riggi, ASP, CRIS
Assistant Director of Safety
Joseph has been a Safety Manager in the Boston area since 2014 working on projects ranging from heavy civil construction to ground up building construction in the commercial, healthcare and education fields. Joe obtained his CHST in 2019 and holds several safety related certifications. Since November 2021, he has been with G. Greene as the Building Division Safety Manager.
Sam Hrubec
Civil Safety Manager
Sam started his construction safety career in the summer of 2017 as a field safety intern for a natural gas contractor in the Boston area. After graduating with a bachelor of science in occupational health and safety from Keene State College, he continued with them until June 2021. He then became a safety manager for a heavy civil/ Mechanical contractor for two years before starting at GGC in September of 2023. Sam’s notable projects include Logan Airport Terminal E Expansion, Backbay intermediate pressure pipeline extension, and MBTA Norfolk Ave and East Cottage Street bridge replacements.
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