Woodward proudly announces a major safety milestone: more than 2,000,000 manhours worked without a single lost-time accident. This achievement reflects the rigor of our safety program, the discipline of our field teams and project management staff, and the steadfast commitment of our subcontractor partners. It is a benchmark reached only through consistent focus, accountability, and an uncompromising dedication to doing the right thing on every job, every day.

At the heart of this success is Jerry Arnold, Woodward’s Director of Safety, whose passion and purpose have fundamentally shaped the way we build. Jerry has elevated our safety culture by integrating technology across the program, expanding real-time reporting tools, and ensuring our teams have the data and resources needed to make safer decisions. He is constantly on the move—visiting jobsites, engaging directly with crews, identifying risks before they become issues, and reinforcing the mindset that safety is not a requirement but a shared responsibility.

Jerry doesn’t just lead our program; he embodies it. His proactive approach, ability to assess risk with clarity, and tireless commitment to the wellbeing of every person on our jobsites have pushed Woodward to new levels of excellence. Under his leadership, Woodward has earned some of the industry’s highest recognitions, including ABC’s STEP Diamond Award and the 2025 GCI President’s Winner Circle Award.

For our clients, this milestone is more than a reflection of safety excellence—it represents real, tangible value. A strong safety culture minimizes risk, reduces the potential for disputes and claims, and fosters smoother project delivery. Most importantly, it drives efficiency and productivity, ensuring our teams stay focused on building quality work without interruption.

Surpassing two million safe manhours is more than a statistic—it is a testament to a culture built on vigilance, teamwork, and genuine care for one another. Woodward celebrates this milestone with pride and continues its pursuit of safety excellence as a core value that guides every project we undertake.