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R.E.A.L. Safety Awards Program

ENGINEERING & UTILITY CONTRACTORS

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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

April 24, 2026

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Grant Type

foundation

Overview

R.E.A.L. Safety Awards Program

Full Name: Recognizing Excellence, Awareness, and Leadership in Safety

Geographic Scope: California (uses Cal/OSHA documents)

Overview:
This prestigious program recognizes the safest and most improved companies in the construction industry, honoring excellence in workplace safety practices.

Award Categories:

  • Man-Hours Categories (based on employee hours worked)

  • Most Improved Safety Rating

  • Most Unique Safety Project

  • Safety Hero of the Year

    • Eligibility:

  • All UCON contractor members in good standing

  • Eligible to apply for any award category

  • No previous winning project can be entered for the same award

    • Award Recognition:
    Winners are honored as among the safest and most improved companies in the construction industry. Recognition includes publication and industry acknowledgment.

    Recent Winners (2024):
    McGuire and Hester (quoted: "We are incredibly honored to receive the UCON Safety Award. Our safety and success at McGuire and Hester is 100% attributable to our employees.")

    Contact:
    Available through UCON main office

  • Phone: (925) 855-7900

  • Address: 17 Crow Canyon Court, Suite 100, San Ramon, CA 94583 or 2401 E. Katella Avenue, Suite 500, Anaheim, CA 92806

    • How to Apply

    Application Process

    Deadline: April 24, 2026

    Eligibility Requirements:

  • Must be UCON contractor member in good standing

  • May apply for any award category

  • Previous winning projects cannot be entered for the same award

    • Documentation Required:

  • OSHA documents from California (Cal/OSHA)

  • Man-hours data for relevant categories

  • Project information for Most Unique Safety Project and Safety Hero of the Year categories

    • Submission Method: Online application portal

    Award Categories:
    1. Man-Hours Categories
    2. Most Improved Safety Rating
    3. Most Unique Safety Project
    4. Safety Hero of the Year

    Contact:
    UCON Main Office

  • Phone: (925) 855-7900

  • San Ramon: 17 Crow Canyon Court, Suite 100, San Ramon, CA 94583

  • Anaheim: 2401 E. Katella Avenue, Suite 500, Anaheim, CA 92806

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