Branch Builds has earned Platinum recognition in the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) STEP Safety Management System, the highest level awarded through the nationally recognized safety program.
The ABC STEP (Safety Training Evaluation Process) evaluates construction companies on key safety performance indicators, including safety culture, leadership commitment, employee engagement, training programs, and jobsite safety results. Earning STEP Platinum places Branch Builds among the top-performing contractors in the nation for safety excellence.
As part of the evaluation, Branch Builds demonstrated strong performance in hazard identification, safety training, continuous improvement, and employee-owner participation, reinforcing a company-wide commitment to maintaining safe, high-performing jobsites.
At Branch, safety is more than a program. It is a core value embedded in every project, every team, and every decision. From field operations to leadership, safety drives how we plan, build, and deliver work across all markets.
Achieving ABC STEP Platinum underscores Branch Builds’ commitment to protecting its people and delivering projects with the highest safety standards. Our goal remains clear: ensure every employee-owner returns home safely at the end of every day.




