Safety & Compliance

A 0.8 EMR. Zero Tolerance For Shortcuts.

GOPELIA Metalworks Is A Hialeah-Based Custom Metal Fabrication Subcontractor With A 0.8 EMR And A Documented Safety Program Enforced On Every South Florida Project — In The Shop And In The Field.

EMR History

Our Experience Modification Rate Reflects A Consistent Downward Trend - The Result Of Real Investment In Safety Culture, Not Paperwork.

0.8

2024–25 (Current)

2024–25 0.8

2023–24 1.21

2022–23 1.30

Trend ↓ Improving Year Over Year

Safety Program

Every Crew Member, Every Job Site, Every Day. Our Safety Program Is Built Into Operations - Not Bolted On.

Personnel & Training

Dedicated Qualified Safety Person On Staff
All Field Personnel Hold OSHA 10 Certifications
Bi-Weekly Safety Meetings With Entire Field Crew
Documented Toolbox Talks Before Every Shift

Job Site Protocols

Bi-Weekly Safety Inspections On All Active Job Sites
Fall Protection And Scaffold Safety Protocols
Hot Work Permits And Fire Watch For All Welding Operations
Site-Specific Safety Plans Submitted To GC Before Mobilization

PPE Requirements

Hard Hats Required At All Times
Safety Glasses On All Active Work Areas
Steel-Toe Boots Mandatory
High-Visibility Vests
Work Gloves For Material Handling

Compliance Record

Documented Safety Program
Project-Specific Safety Plans
Records Maintained For Every Job
Current Documentation On Request

Insurance & Compliance

Fully Licensed, Insured, And Bonded. Documentation Available Upon Request.

Licensing

Florida State License CGC1530333
Licensed & Insured
Current Documentation On Request

Insurance Coverage

Workers' Compensation Coverage For All Employees
General Liability Insurance
Auto Liability Insurance
Umbrella Policy
Insurance Carrier: Available Upon Request

Bonding

Bonding Available For Qualified Projects
Bonding Letter On Request
Surety: Old Republic Surety

Compliance

Documented Safety Program
Project-Specific Safety Requirements
Records Maintained For Every Job
Current Documentation On Request