Safety is a shared responsibility, and in July 2023, we put that belief into action with the launch of our Caught Working Safe program. Two years in, it is more than a program. It is part of how we work.

Caught Working Safe recognizes employees who follow safe practices, including wearing PPE, keeping clean workspaces, helping with safety meetings, and operating equipment with care.

Every month, employees are recognized. Each quarter, they are invited to lunch and a prize drawing to celebrate safe behavior.

The program was designed to highlight what is going right and motivate safe habits. Our safety team and foremen look for employees doing things the right way, building a safety-first mindset.

The result? Fewer injuries and stronger safety awareness. Employees are speaking up, spotting hazards, and taking initiative. That is the culture we want.

“The fact that we are having positive conversations about safety shows that it is becoming a cultural expectation. It is a way of life,” Director of Human Resources, Amado Azua said.

Caught Working Safe reflects our values: Family, Legacy, Grit, and Quality. Taking care of each other is what family does. Amado mentioned, “As family, we all share the responsibility of making sure everyone gets home safe.”

Two years in, our team is proud to get “caught” working safe. And we are just getting started.

When disaster strikes, it takes hard work, quick action, and strong partnerships to help communities rebuild. After Hurricane Helene hit North Carolina, the First Response Team of America—a non-profit dedicated to disaster recovery—was one of the first on the scene. Founder Tad Agoglia led the charge, whose team worked tirelessly to bring relief to the hardest-hit areas.

This time, they had a critical partner: NED (National Equipment Dealers), whose support and equipment made all the difference. NED used Ledwell Rollbacks to deliver machinery to areas devastated by the storm, ensuring the necessary tools arrived quickly and efficiently. Agoglia described the devastation caused by the storm:

“Homes were destroyed, roads were impassable, and families were left stranded. We knew we had to move fast to help people get back on their feet.”

With their team of experts and specialized equipment, they quickly began clearing debris, restoring access, and providing critical aid.

NED played a key role in supporting the relief efforts and delivering the equipment and resources necessary to get the job done. With loaders, excavators, and skilled operators on the ground, NED’s team amplified the First Response Team’s ability to clear roads, remove dangerous debris, and reach stranded families. Ledwell trailers were also critical in helping First Response transport the tools they needed to complete their life-saving work.

“Partnerships like these allow us to respond quickly and effectively,” Agoglia shared. “NED provided the right equipment and shared in our mission of helping communities recover. Their dedication and expertise were truly invaluable.”

The partnership between the First Response Team and NED had an immediate and lasting impact. Their combined efforts restored access to vital areas, giving local families and businesses a chance to begin rebuilding.

At Ledwell, we believe in practical solutions and solid partnerships, whether building reliable equipment or supporting efforts like these.

We’re proud to work with organizations like the First Response Team of America and partners like NED, who step up to get the job done. Their teamwork and dedication remind us of what’s possible when people come together to help those in need.