Submitted by: Christopher Collins

Location: GA > Toccoa > 2344 Rock Quarry Cir Rd, Georgia

Situation: Unsafe Condition/Situation

Haul truck traveling with the bed up toward the power lines at the office. Work was stopped, issues were corrected, and the condition was reported.

Submitted by: Chubby Horton

Location: NC > Sims > 7225 Neverson Rd, North Carolina

Situation: Unsafe Condition/Situation

The lifting eye was still in the motor on the scalping screen. The eye bolt was removed.

Submitted by: Preston Bergeron on behalf of Tyler Purdy

Location: GA > Duluth > 3237 Satellite Blvd Bldg 300 Ste 210, Georgia

Situation: General Safety Concern

Tyler noticed two customer drivers outside their trucks talking while waiting to be loaded. He immediately informed management of this, and management corrected the issue. Plant Manager approached the drivers and informed them that they were not permitted to be outside of their vehicles while in the yard.

Submitted by: Don Richards

Location: GA > Duluth> 3237 Satellite Blvd Bldg 300 Ste 210, Georgia

Situation: Excellence in Safety Practice/Procedure

Site converted to hats with built-in face shields and glasses when doing wash-out.

Recognizing: Matt Bowen

Submitted by: Bill Owens

Location: SC > Georgetown > 661 Steam Plant Dr, South Carolina

Situation: Excellence in Safety Practice/Procedure

During Safety Week presentations, the manager used the Pixaera hazard recognition training modules. This created full engagement from the group.

Recognizing: Josh Ignozzi

Submitted by: Christopher Collins on behalf of Jordan Wilson

Location: GA > Admin & Other

Situation: General Safety Concern

Building was using old screen bolts that need to be disposed of before an employee receives a laceration. Replaced the old screen bolts with new.

Submitted by: Preston Bergeron on behalf of Tyler Purdee, Max Sanders, and Jordan Wilson

Location: GA > Duluth > 3237 Satellite Blvd Bldg 300 Ste 210, Georgia

Situation: General Safety Concern

While Chris Collins and Lec Overacker were walking the plant, Tyler noticed that Lec was not wearing any hi-vis clothing. Tyler Purdee, Max Sanders, Jordan Wilson respectfully asked Lec to put on his vest to correct the issue.

Submitted by: Don Richards on behalf of Corey Sheriff

Location: GA > Duluth > 3237 Satellite Blvd Bldg 300 Ste 210, Georgia

Situation: Excellence in Safety Practice/Procedure

WAH retrieval system from 3M. 150’ to allow for any retrieval at plant of even high wall for a driller.

Recognizing: Cory Sherriff

Submitted by: Jake Horton on behalf of Derrick Louallen

Location: SC > Jefferson > 341 Becker Minerals Ln, South Carolina

Situation: Excellence in Safety Practice/Procedure

While operating the secondary plant at first light, the operator noticed smoke coming from the back of one of the main transformers feeding the MCC. Management was notified immediately, and the area was blocked off. The local power cooperative arrived within 30 minutes; they replaced the burned wires, and operations resumed. The plant has segregated the parking area with concrete barriers.

Submitted by: Bill Owens

Location: AL > Leeds > 8401 2nd Ave SE, Alabama

Situation: Excellence in Safety Practice/Procedure

The previous parking area for visitors and contractors allowed for interaction with plant equipment. The plant has segregated the parking area with concrete barriers. There is now a sidewalk from the parking area to the admin building, providing safe pedestrian travel.

Recognizing: Daniel Shaddix and Kevin Lang

Submitted by: Kyle Seagraves on behalf of Jimmy Hulsey

Location: AL > Attalla > 1229 Valley Drive, Alabama

Situation: Unsafe Condition/Situation
A six-foot-deep sinkhole developed between the pump house and the aerosol electrical room. The issue was brought to the Plant Manager's attention, and rock was ordered to fill in the hole.

Submitted by: Scott Dickson

Location: NC > Raleigh > 5001 Duraleigh Rd, North Carolina

Situation: Unsafe Condition/Situation

Roller hanging in the air. Plant fixed at that moment.

Submitted by: Bill Owens

Location: Clinton Portable Plant, SC

Situation: General Safety Concern

The plant manager requested a courtesy safety assessment for the new portable plant. Although all equipment is new, we identified opportunities to improve guarding. Proactive approach to maintaining a safe workplace. Guards to be extended.

Submitted by: Jake Horton on behalf of Jordan Watts

Location: Jefferson, SC

Situation: Unsafe Condition / Situation

While gathering an extension at the Jefferson maintenance shop near the chain storage, a young rattlesnake was seen within inches of the contractor’s foot, hiding in the chains. The snake was removed from the work area, and all employees were informed to look around any work areas during warm months.

Submitted by: Christopher Collins on behalf of Roy Pebbles

Location: Toccoa, GA

Situation: Excellence in Safety Practice / Procedure

Safety berm at the bottom of the Gab stockpile slope to prevent material sloughing onto the customer's truck driver.

Recognizing: Toccoa Team

Submitted by: Matt Bowen

Location: Athens Quarry

Situation: Excellence in Safety Practice / Procedure

The overlook station was moved from beside the primary plant to the end of the pit. The new location reduces noise between the plant and neighboring properties and provides a safer viewing location.

Recognizing: Athens Team

Submitted by: Preston Bergeron

Location: Toccoa, GA

Situation: Excellence in Safety Practice / Procedure

Added permanent parking wheel chocks to the office area.

Recognizing: Toccoa Team

Submitted by: Scott Dickson

Location: Neverson, NC

Situation: Unsafe Condition / Situation

No labels on crusher panel MCCs in the MCC room. Labels are being applied today.

Submitted by: Mack Erwin on behalf of Blayden Seeholtz

Location: Pelham Quarry, SC

Situation: Unsafe Condition / Situation

Employee noticed a bolt sticking in the front drive tire of the 773 haul truck and reported it to his supervisor. The bolt was removed without incident by a proper tire technician.

Submitted by: Don Richards

Location: Sparta, GA

Situation: Excellence in Safety Practice / Procedure

After seeing their new water truck arrive with a hi-vis seat belt visible from the ground, Sparta's management team decided to add a similar reflective cover to all on-site vehicles to raise awareness and accountability. This is a great solution!

Recognizing: Sparta Management Team

Submitted by: Scott Dickson

Location: Jefferson, SC

Situation: Excellence in Safety Practice/Procedure

Installation of HP500 lube unit inside a shipping container.

Submitted by: Tommy Granade

Location: TN>Harriman>71 Swan Pond Rd, Tennessee

Tennessee Department of Transportation’s Adopt‑A‑Highway

Situation: Community Engagement

Members of our Southeast Region sales team continued to make a meaningful impact through the Tennessee Department of Transportation’s Adopt‑A‑Highway Program. The team maintains a 2‑mile stretch of highway near Knoxville, TN, helping keep roadways cleaner, safer, and more welcoming for everyone who travels through the area.

Submitted by: Blake Latham

Location: SC>Anderson>1413 Hayes Rd, South Carolina

Anderson Quarry

Situation: Community Engagement

The quarry hosted 20 Girl Scouts for an engaging, hands-on STEM experience focused on sustainability and environmental stewardship. The scouts planted nearly 300 trees, toured the quarry, enjoyed lunch, and participated in lessons on forestry, geology, and the aggregates industry. To cap off the day, they earned their STEM badges while gaining a deeper understanding of environmental responsibility and natural resource management.

Submitted by: Christina Hartigan

Location: SC>Sumter>755 Industrial Road, South Carolina

Lemira Elementary School

Situation: Community Engagement

GRR participated in Lemira Elementary School's Career Day, introducing students to careers in environmental and laboratory operations. Through an engaging, educational presentation, students learned about lab processes and the important role pH testing plays in waste processing.

Submitted by: Andy Ball

Location: SC>Lexington>219 Cedar Rd, South Carolina

Transitions Homeless Shelter, Columbia, SC

Situation: Community Engagement

Lexington employees have committed to a rotating schedule serving meals every other week during the lunch shift at Transitions Homeless Shelter in downtown Columbia. Each shift provides approximately 200 meals, bringing nourishment and hope to those in need.

Submitted by: Kevin Lang

Location: AL>Leeds>8401 2nd Ave SE, Alabama

Leeds Outreach Fishing Tournament, Leeds, AL

Situation: Community Engagement

Heidelberg Materials hosted the Leeds Outreach Fishing Tournament, bringing together 27 boats and 54 fishermen for a day of friendly competition and community support. The event raised $6,400 for Leeds Outreach, with all boat entry fees directly benefiting the organization.

Submitted by: Daren McMorris

Location: NC> Raleigh> 5001 Duraleigh Rd, North Carolina

Wake County Big Sweep

Situation: Community Engagement

The group continued its long-standing partnership with The Big Sweep, a program of the Wake Soil and Water Conservation District that protects local waterways. During the cleanup event, teams collected litter from Lake Crabtree and the surrounding watershed. Through equipment support, logistical coordination, and volunteer participation, the group helped improve the area's environmental health while demonstrating our ongoing commitment to sustainability and community stewardship.

Submitted by: Samuel Edwards

Location: NC> Durham> 5013 Denfield St, North Carolina

Eno River Confluence Natural Area, Durham, NC

Situation: Community Engagement

The Durham, NC Aggregates Group partnered with the Eno River Association to support the 270-acre Confluence Natural Area by donating gravel screenings to improve access roads and parking areas. These enhancements help keep the natural area safe and accessible for visitors, volunteers, and community events.

Submitted by: Kelly Tackett

Location: NC> Durham?5013 Denfield St, North Carolina

Eno River, Durham, NC

Situation: Community Engagement

The Eno River Association, Friends of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail, and Heidelberg Materials partnered for a volunteer cleanup along the Eno River between Stanley Road and Teer Quarry. The effort brought together 24 volunteers who removed approximately 45 cubic yards of debris, including discarded picnic tables, rollaway bins, and more than 20 large trash bags, while also treating over 50 invasive fig buttercup plants. The Durham Aggregates Group supported the event with site access, equipment, and meals.