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[March 2004]

HVAC Contractor Sets Safety Record - SNIPS MAGAZINE

WAYNE, NJ.  Bonland Industries, Inc. said its experience modification rating has been lowered to a new company record of 0.383, making it one of the safest specialty contactors in New Jersey.

The rating is an indication of the company's accident rating within the sheet-metal industry.

Bonland company officials said it has always emphasized safety, since it was established more than 40 years ago.  "No excuses" has been the company's motto since the late 1980s and this continued into the early 1990's, when co-owners Andy and Bill Boniface purchased the company.

A safety committee was formed, daily safety meetings were started for all crews on all projects, safety-bonus programs were implemented and safety awareness was encouraged for all Bonland employees.

In 1998, Bonland instituted a "zero-accident" goal.

"We are all responsible for the safety of ourselves as well as each other", said company President Bill Boniface.  This message was echoed by officials from Sheet Metal Workers Union Locals 25 and 27.

Bonland's prior safety awards include a citation from the New Jersey Department of Labor, a Safety Masters Club Award from the Air Conditioning Contractors of America, and a 2001 Safety Contractor of the Year from the American Subcontractors Association.

[October 2003]

HVAC Contractor Sets New Safety Record - NJ BIZ.COM

WAYNE, NJ.  Bonland Industries, Inc., has announced their Experience Modification Rating (EMR)1 has been lowered to a new company record .383, making them the safest specialty contractor in New Jersey.

Established over 40 years ago, Bonland Industries, Inc. has always held safety as a top priority. “No Excuses” has been Bonland’s safety battle cry since the late 1980’s and continued into the early 1990’s, when co-owners Andy and Bill Boniface purchased the company and it still exists today. As one of the premier HVAC contractors in New Jersey, Bonland recognized the need to not only provide outstanding service to their clients, but to ensure the safest work environment possible for their employees. Bonland has worked tirelessly to do just that. A safety committee was formed, daily safety meetings were instituted for all crews on all projects, safety bonus programs were implemented and a concerted effort was made to create safety awareness for all Bonland employees.

In 1998, Bonland instituted a “Zero Accidents Goal” company wide and decided that safety would not be sacrificed for profit.  “We are all responsible for the safety of ourselves as well as for the safety of each other” says, President and CEO Bill Boniface. Bonland continues to pass this message around to everyone they employ with the support and encouragement of the Sheet Metal Workers Unions of Local 25 and 27. According to the Boniface’s, they are not there yet but they are making great progress towards this goal.

Bonland’s mission statement is, “To be the premier airside HVAC contractor recognized by our customers and employees as the leader in the industry.” This statement is never truer than when it comes to safety.      

Bonland has received countless safety awards on projects over the years. Included in these is a Citation of Merit from the State of New Jersey Department of Labor, Safety Masters Club Award for Air Conditioning Contractors of America, American Subcontractor’s Association Safety Contractor of the Year in 2001, and Merck Pharmaceuticals Building 800 Best Contractor Award.