Next Level Steel Achieves Industry-Leading .53 E-Mod Safety Rating
At Next Level Steel LLC, safety is not just a priority—it is the foundation of everything we do. We are incredibly proud to announce that our official Experience Modification (E-Mod) rating has been lowered from .55 to an exceptional .53.
Issued by the National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) for our Arizona-based operations effective July 2026, this rating officially places Next Level Steel at 47% safer than the industry average.
For general contractors and developers searching for a reliable structural steel partner, this metric is much more than just a number on a page. It is a direct reflection of our operational excellence and a tangible asset to your bottom line.
What is an E-Mod Rating?
An Experience Modification Rate (E-Mod) is a metric used by the insurance industry to evaluate a construction company’s safety record compared to other businesses in the same field. An E-Mod of 1.0 is considered the industry average. Any number below 1.0 indicates a safer-than-average workplace.
By achieving an E-Mod of .53, Next Level Steel has proven that our state-of-the-art facilities and active jobsites operate with nearly half the risk of a standard steel fabricator and erector.
How We Achieved a .53
Building massive, complex structures requires heavy machinery, high-volume repetitive manufacturing, and complex rigging. Maintaining a .53 rating in this environment does not happen by accident. It is the result of:
Dedicated Safety Leadership: We recently expanded our safety division with leadership that brings 30+ years of OSHA outreach instruction and deep expertise in MSHA and DOT regulations.
Rigorous Site Protocols: Our bilingual safety communication ensures that every crew member—whether in our fabrication yard or hundreds of feet in the air on a jobsite—is aligned on hands-on training and strict safety standards.
A "Safety First" Culture: From daily briefings to advanced equipment handling, we empower every employee to prioritize safety without sacrificing speed.
What This Means for Our Partners
When you partner with Next Level Steel, our safety record becomes your strategic advantage. A .53 E-Mod translates directly to:
Lower Project Risk: Our proactive safety culture keeps your jobsites secure and prevents costly delays, ensuring your aggressive timelines stay strictly on track.
Reduced Insurance Costs: Partnering with a highly rated, safety-first fabricator actively lowers your overall project insurance costs and liability.
Peace of Mind: You can confidently award massive, recurring contracts knowing the structural framework of your project is being handled by the safest crews in the Southwest.
Next Level Steel doesn't just build faster. We build safer.
Contact our team today to learn how our record-setting safety standards, speed, and efficiency can elevate your next commercial or industrial build.
