Barriere Construction has been named FactorLab’s 2024 Company of the Year. FactorLab awarded this distinction in recognition of Barriere’s steadfast dedication to safety, operational excellence and leadership in creating an engaged, motivated workforce.
FactorLab is a safety-focused technology firm that provides innovative digital services to help companies improve outcomes in high-risk workplaces. On a mission to make work safer and more productive through science, machine learning and human connection, FactorLab engineers, data scientists and innovators are dedicated to uncovering and understanding the hidden factors that influence risk, safety and production decisions.
After working with Barriere safety manager Lynn Meades and his team, the FactorLab team had this to say about Barriere:
“At FactorLab, we know that success in safety comes from more than just systems and processes; it’s about people. And Barriere exemplifies that perfectly. Their focus on high-quality daily planning conversations, combined with leadership’s hands-on approach to positive reinforcement, has set a new standard in the industry. Their work is a powerful example of how dedication and collaboration can drive real change.”
What made Barriere stand out as this year’s winner? FactorLab cited four main reasons:
Exceptional daily planning conversations
“Barriere teams consistently engage in meaningful, high-quality conversations that put safety at the forefront every single day. Their process, known as TAR (Task Assessment Review), has become a model of excellence, ensuring that their crews are not just talking about safety but living it.”
Impressive growth and improvement
“Barriere’s commitment to continuous improvement shines through in the data. Their progress is truly inspiring. [Of the] 58 individuals who participated in TAR conversations, 52% showed significant improvement.”
A culture of positive reinforcement
“Barriere has cultivated a culture of encouragement and growth. Their commitment to positive reinforcement is evident in the impressive numbers….[Of the ] 57 individuals who regularly provide feedback, helping to build a strong support system, 45 offer double-digit reinforcement interactions each month. But it’s not just about the numbers. Barriere’s focus is on offering thoughtful, constructive feedback that helps every team member grow and improve.”
Leadership that sets a standard
“Barriere’s leadership isn’t just involved; they’re engaged. They create an environment where every conversation matters, and this proactive approach has transformed their safety culture. By staying close to their teams and ensuring real-time feedback, they’ve set a benchmark for leadership that goes beyond just managing — they’re leading by example.”
Inspired by Barriere’s success in combining leadership, engagement and consistent feedback, the FactorLab team offered their congratulations on being chosen as their 2024 Company of the Year:
“Your dedication, hard work and commitment to keeping your people safe while continuously improving are truly an inspiration to all of us. We are honored to work alongside such a dedicated team and excited to see what’s next for Barriere.”
