Safety Is Our Foundation

At Ruff Restoration & Excavation, safety is more than a requirement—it's the foundation of everything we do. Every project begins with careful planning, proper training, and a commitment to protecting our employees, our customers, and the communities we serve.

From small residential utility installations to large commercial and municipal projects, our team is dedicated to completing every job safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with industry standards.



Our Commitment to Safety

Safety is built into every aspect of our operations. We are committed to:

• Providing ongoing employee safety training and education
• Following OSHA and MiOSHA regulations and industry best practices
• Preventing damage to underground utilities through proper planning and safe excavation methods
• Maintaining well-inspected and properly maintained equipment
• Creating a culture where every employee is empowered to identify and address potential hazards
• Continuously improving our safety performance through training, education, and accountability



Gold Shovel Standard Certified

Ruff Restoration & Excavation has proudly maintained Gold Shovel Standard Certification since April 2020.

Gold Shovel Standard is a nationally recognized nonprofit origination dedicated to improving excavation safety, protecting underground infrastructure, and reducing utility damage through education, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Certification is earned through an independent third-party evaluation that verifies a contractor's safety programs, employee training, damage prevention practices, and ongoing commitment to safe excavation.

What Our Certification Means

Our Gold Shovel Standard Certification demonstrates our commitment to:

• Annual employee training in utility damage prevention and safe excavation
• Ongoing education and knowledge verification
• Regular safety performance tracking through measurable safety metrics
• Protection of employees, customers, the public, and underground infrastructure



Why Safety Matter to Our Customers

When you choose Ruff Restoration & Excavation, you gain a contractor that prioritizes safety from the first call to project completion.

Our commitment to safety helps provide:

• Reduced risk of underground utility damage
• Safer job sites for employees. customers, and the public
• Compliance with recognized industry standards
• Highly trained and knowledgable crews
• Reliable project execution with minimal disruptions

Safety Never Stops

Safety is not simply a certification—it is a part of our company culture.

Every member of the Ruff Restoration & Excavation team shares the responsibility of creating a safe work environment through planning, communication, accountability, and continuous improvement. We believe that every project can be completed safely, and we work every day to earn the trust our customers place in us.