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SAFETY

WORK HARD.

WORK SAFE.

Safety certified. ISN, Complyworks, Avetta, COR
Safe drilling company
Alberta Water Well Drilling Association
Highly rated water well drilling company
Member of AASP - Hopper Water Well Drilling

At Hopper Water Wells, safety is not a policy—it’s a core value that guides every decision we make on and off site. Our mission is simple and unwavering: Work Hard. Be Safe.
We believe that no job is successful unless every crew member returns home safely to their family at the end of the day.

Our safety program is fully implemented across all operations and is supported by regular training, hazard assessments, and ongoing field-level supervision. Key elements include:

  • Job Hazard Assessments (JHAs) and site-specific safety planning

  • Daily tailgate and toolbox meetings

  • Equipment inspections and preventive maintenance programs

  • Spill prevention, environmental protection, and emergency response planning

  • Ongoing competency and safety training for all crew members

  • Active reporting, tracking, and correction of hazards and near-misses

Safety expectations are clearly communicated, consistently enforced, and supported at every level of the organization—from management to field crews.

Proven Safety Performance

Hopper Water Wells is proud to maintain a WCB experience rating below industry averages, reflecting our proactive approach to injury prevention and safe work practices. This performance demonstrates our commitment to identifying risks early, controlling hazards effectively, and fostering a strong safety culture across all job sites.

Certifications & Compliance

We meet and exceed industry safety and compliance requirements and are fully recognized by leading safety and contractor management organizations:

  • COR Certified

  • Registered with Avetta

  • Registered with ISNetworld (ISN)

  • Registered with ComplyWorks

  • Active member of the Alberta Water Well Drilling Association (AWWDA)

These certifications confirm that our safety systems, training programs, and operational controls align with the highest industry standards.

Our Commitment

Safety at Hopper Water Wells is about accountability, respect, and responsibility. We are committed to:

  • Protecting the health and safety of our crews and partners

  • Maintaining regulatory compliance on every project

  • Delivering reliable, professional services without compromise

  • Ensuring our people return home safely—every shift, every job