How FW Walton’s 0.67 EMR Keeps Your Jobsite Safer
In Houston’s competitive commercial roofing landscape, safety isn’t just compliance—it’s a strategic advantage. At Walton Roofing -F.W. Walton, Inc. our industry-leading 0.67 EMR rating reflects our unwavering commitment to protecting your projects, your people, and your budget. Let’s break down why this number should matter to every developer and facility manager in Texas.
What EMR Tells You About a Contractor Your Experience Modification Rate (EMR) is the construction industry’s safety report card. Calculated by insurance providers, it measures:
- 📉 Workplace injury frequency and severity
- 💰 Workers’ compensation claim history
- 🏆 Overall safety program effectiveness
An EMR of 1.0 is average. Scores below 1.0 signal exceptional safety performance—
Our 0.67 EMR places us 33% safer than the industry norm
Why 0.67 = Unmatched Value for Houston Clients Our EMR isn’t just a badge—it’s your tangible ROI:
- Zero Downtime: Fewer injuries mean uninterrupted progress and on-schedule delivery.
- Bid-Winning Credibility: We exceed safety pre-qualifications for Fortune 500 clients, hospitals, and municipal projects.
- Risk Mitigation: Proactive safety = fewer liability exposures for your asset.
Safety Is Our Culture—Not a Policy From project managers to apprentices, every FW Walton employee is empowered to.
🔍 Identify and report hazards before they escalate
🛑 Exercise stop-work authority without hesitation
📲 Log near-misses and observations through our real-time reporting system
🚀 Continuously improve through open feedback and bi-weekly jobsite discussions
At FW Walton, safety isn’t just something we follow — it’s something we lead with.
The Engine Behind Our 0.67 EMR
While we don’t chase external accolades, our internal systems set the standard:
» We provide comprehensive in-house safety training tailored to the specific needs of our workforce.
» 100% of our field employees hold an OSHA 10-Hour certification.
» All foremen and supervisory-level team members are OSHA 30-Hour certified.
» We conduct company-wide safety meetings twice a month to reinforce safe work practices, address site-specific conditions, and encourage open communication.
» Our team is committed to a “zero recordables” goal, with a continuous focus on hazard recognition, prevention, and accountability.
When you choose FW Walton, you’re choosing a roofing partner who turns safety into savings—and peace of mind into performance.
