“Safety isn’t expensive. It’s priceless.”
That quote might be painted on a jobsite sign, but at NOLA Electric, it’s a promise. In an industry where a split second mistake can cause major damage or worse, there’s no room for shortcuts. Safety isn’t a box we check. It’s the backbone of how we operate, how we train, and how we deliver on every project.
Let’s talk real safety, what it looks like behind the scenes, what NOLA Electric does differently, and why that matters for your home, your business, and the people working on your project.
Why Safety Matters More Than Ever
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than 70,000 electrical injuries are reported each year. Most of them? Preventable. That’s why adopting the best electrical safety practices isn’t just smart, it’s essential.
At NOLA Electric, we’ve built our reputation on being thorough, not rushed. Efficient, not risky. We power what matters, and nothing matters more than the well-being of our team, our clients, and our community.
Our Approach to Safety: Built In, Not Bolted On
We don’t wait for problems to show up, we design systems to prevent them from happening in the first place.
Proactive Risk Identification
Before we touch a wire, we identify possible hazards. Every job kicks off with a full safety audit, site inspection, and checklist review. From low voltage residential setups to large-scale commercial wiring, ensuring safety in electrical work begins with clarity and planning.
Training That Never Stops
Our craft training program is no joke. It spans North America and gives our electricians access to cutting-edge safety protocols, new tools, and evolving industry codes. Everyone on our team is trained to recognize risks and respond with confidence, not guesswork.
Daily Jobsite Safety Huddles
Each morning, before the first breaker is flipped, our teams review jobsite, specific safety plans. Think of it as a pre game strategy session where everyone’s role in keeping things safe is made crystal clear.
The NOLA Electric Safety Standards That Set Us Apart
You won’t find vague guidelines or “suggestions” here. Our standards are structured, enforced, and refined regularly.
Lockout/Tagout Systems
No guesswork. When we’re working on equipment, it stays off period.
PPE Compliance
All employees are equipped with high grade personal protective equipment. Helmets, gloves, eyewear, flame resistant uniforms, it’s standard, not optional.
Fall Protection Protocols
Any elevated task gets a fall safety plan, no exceptions.
Code Adherence
We’re fully licensed, insured, and always aligned with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local Louisiana safety laws.
Complex Jobs, Clean Execution
Let’s face it, most clients don’t see what happens behind the walls or above the ceiling tiles. But that’s where our team shines.
Whether it’s a full panel upgrade, surge protection system, or parking lot lighting, our crew handles each wire like it’s powering their own home. Clean installs. Triple checked connections. We don’t move forward until everything meets our internal standard of precision.
Real Accountability in Action
If you’ve worked with NOLA Electric before, you’ve probably seen this in play:
1: Supervisors walking sites mid-day with a safety checklist.
2: Technicians pulling up updated regulations before starting a job.
3: An open line of communication—where clients, electricians, and inspectors can ask questions and get honest answers.
This isn’t for show. It’s how we’ve earned trust in New Orleans, Chalmette, and beyond.
Community-Centric and Safety-Driven
Our roots are local, and we take care of our neighbors. Part of that is ensuring our work doesn’t just get done, it gets done right and safely.
We believe electrical work should never come at the cost of well being. That’s why we invest in sustainable solutions, support workforce diversity, and push for greener, safer ways to connect people with power.
The Bottom Line
Electrical Safety Best Practices aren’t something we post on the wall. They’re built into every blueprint, every project timeline, and every single wire we run. At NOLA Electric, ensuring safety in electrical work is what defines us, not just as contractors, but as professionals committed to people.
So if you’re tired of companies that cut corners or treat safety like an afterthought, we invite you to work with a team that takes it seriously, because we know the cost of getting it wrong.
Let’s power your project, safely, expertly, and with pride.