Alterra Risk & Safety provides practical, field-driven construction safety consulting, jobsite inspections, supplemental safety support, and onsite training for contractors and project teams throughout San Diego and Southern California.

Our services are designed to work alongside your existing team, whether you need help with a specific project, additional field coverage, or ongoing safety support.

Construction Safety Consulting & Training Services in San Diego

Jobsite Safety Inspections

Independent Safety Inspections for Active Construction Projects

Alterra provides independent jobsite safety inspections to help contractors identify hazards, document field conditions, and address potential safety concerns before they become larger problems.

Our inspections focus on actual work activities and site conditions, providing clear observations, practical recommendations, and documentation that project teams can use to support corrective action and ongoing safety improvement.

What's Included

  • Onsite inspection of active work areas and jobsite conditions

  • Observation of work activities and potential safety hazards

  • Documentation of positive safety practices and areas needing improvement

  • Photographic documentation when appropriate

  • Practical recommendations for corrective action

  • Digital inspection reports with documented findings

  • Corrective-action follow-up and tracking when included in the agreed scope

Who This Service Is For

  • General contractors seeking independent safety observations

  • Subcontractors needing additional jobsite safety support

  • Developers and owners seeking better visibility into project safety conditions

  • Project teams preparing for higher-risk work or needing additional field oversight

Flexible Inspection Options

One-Time Inspections: Independent safety inspections for a specific project, concern, or scheduled site review.

Recurring Inspections: Scheduled weekly, biweekly, or monthly inspections to provide ongoing observations, reporting, and follow-up.

Multi-Project Support: Coordinated inspection services for contractors managing multiple active projects.

Pricing

Inspection pricing is based on project size, complexity, location, inspection frequency, and reporting requirements.

Contact Alterra to discuss your project and receive a customized quote.

Supplemental & Project-Based Safety Support

Flexible Safety Support for Active Construction Projects

Not every construction project requires a full-time safety professional, but many need additional safety coverage during busy periods, higher-risk activities, or specific phases of construction.

Alterra provides flexible, field-driven safety support that works alongside existing project teams. Whether you need temporary coverage, additional field oversight, or experienced safety guidance for a particular project, our services can be tailored to your operational needs.

Support May Include

  • Scheduled onsite safety visits and field observations

  • Supplemental safety coverage during active construction

  • Pre-task planning and higher-risk work coordination

  • Safety meetings and toolbox talks

  • Subcontractor safety coordination and communication

  • Review of safety documentation and work procedures

  • Incident response assistance and corrective-action follow-up

  • OSHA and Cal/OSHA compliance guidance

  • Preparation for planned higher-risk work activities

Flexible Support Options

Short-Term Support: Additional safety coverage during busy periods, critical work activities, or temporary staffing gaps.

Project-Based Support: Defined safety services for a particular construction project or phase of work.

Supplemental Field Coverage: Scheduled onsite support to assist existing superintendents, project managers, and safety teams.

Who This Service Is For

  • General contractors managing multiple trades and active projects

  • Subcontractors needing experienced safety support without a full-time hire

  • Contractors experiencing increased workload or temporary safety staffing needs

  • Project teams preparing for higher-risk activities or complex construction phases

Pricing

Pricing is based on the project scope, duration, onsite coverage requirements, location, and level of support needed.

Contact Alterra to discuss your project and receive a customized quote.

Ongoing Safety Consulting & Management Support

Consistent Safety Leadership Without Adding Full-Time Overhead

Alterra provides ongoing construction safety consulting for contractors that need experienced safety guidance, field support, and program oversight without adding another full-time position.

Rather than providing support for only one project or a specific construction phase, this service establishes a continuing relationship with your company. Alterra works alongside your leadership and field teams to help strengthen safety practices, address emerging concerns, and maintain consistency across active projects.

Ongoing Support May Include

  • Scheduled jobsite safety visits and field observations

  • Safety program reviews, updates, and implementation guidance

  • Safety meetings and toolbox talks

  • Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and pre-task planning support

  • Incident review and corrective-action guidance

  • OSHA and Cal/OSHA compliance assistance

  • Preparation for regulatory inspections or client safety reviews

  • Safety training coordination and identification of training needs

  • Ongoing communication with company leadership and project teams

  • Support with safety documentation and recordkeeping

How the Relationship Works

Monthly Consulting: A recurring arrangement with an agreed scope of services and level of support.

Multi-Project Support: Safety guidance and coordination across multiple active jobsites.

Management Support: Ongoing assistance to company leadership with safety-related decisions, programs, and field concerns.

Who This Service Is For

  • Small and midsized contractors without dedicated in-house safety personnel

  • Growing construction companies managing multiple projects

  • Contractors seeking consistent safety guidance and accountability

  • Companies that need experienced safety leadership without a full-time hire

Scope & Pricing

Services are structured around an agreed scope, including the number of projects, visit frequency, communication expectations, and level of involvement.

Monthly pricing is based on the company's operations, safety needs, and support requirements.

Alterra's responsibilities and availability are defined in the service agreement. Ongoing consulting does not automatically include continuous onsite supervision or full-time on-call coverage.

Contact Alterra to discuss your company's needs and receive a customized proposal.

Construction Safety Training & Certification

Onsite Safety Training for Construction Crews and Equipment Operators

Alterra Risk & Safety provides construction safety training for general contractors, subcontractors, and field personnel throughout San Diego and Southern California.

Our training focuses on real jobsite conditions, equipment operation, hazard recognition, and safe work practices. Courses include classroom instruction, demonstrations, and hands-on evaluations where applicable. Training can be scheduled around project operations to minimize disruption to your crews.

Available Training Services

Forklift & Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Training

Operator training covering equipment inspections, safe operating procedures, load handling, workplace hazards, and hands-on evaluations using the applicable equipment.

Scissor Lift / Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) Training

Training covering equipment inspections, safe operation, platform limitations, fall protection requirements, workplace hazards, and operator evaluations.

Qualified Rigger & Signal Person Training

Training covering rigging equipment, sling configurations, load handling, inspection requirements, signaling methods, and safe lifting operations. Qualification evaluations are provided as applicable to the work and training requested.

First Aid / CPR / AED Training

American Red Cross First Aid, CPR, and AED training for construction employees and project teams. Instructor-led and blended learning options are available.

Fall Protection Training

Training covering fall hazards, fall protection systems, equipment inspections, proper equipment use, and safe work procedures for construction activities.

Additional Construction Safety Training

Alterra also develops and coordinates safety training based on specific jobsite activities, equipment, and company requirements.

Additional training topics may include:

  • Boom lift and other aerial equipment safety

  • Ladder and scaffold safety

  • Hazard recognition and jobsite safety awareness

  • Pre-task planning and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)

  • Jobsite safety orientations

  • Safety meetings and toolbox talks

  • Equipment-specific and task-specific safety instruction

  • Other construction safety topics based on company needs

If your company needs training on a topic not listed above, contact Alterra to discuss the requirements, scheduling, and available options.

What to Expect

  • Training delivered onsite or at an agreed location

  • Instruction based on the equipment, work activities, and experience of the group

  • Classroom instruction, demonstrations, and hands-on evaluations where applicable

  • Training documentation and completion records

  • Operator training cards or course completion documentation, as applicable to the training provided

Who This Service Is For

  • General contractors and subcontractors training new or existing employees

  • Companies needing initial or refresher equipment operator training

  • Project teams preparing for upcoming construction activities

  • Employers looking to train crews onsite rather than sending employees to an offsite training facility

Scheduling & Pricing

Training is quoted based on the course, number of participants, location, equipment availability, and training requirements.

Onsite group training is available, with minimum engagement pricing depending on the course.

Contact Alterra with the type of training needed, approximate number of employees, and preferred location to receive a customized quote.

Written Safety Programs & Documentation

Alterra develops and updates written safety programs and jobsite documentation for contractors that need to establish, improve, or maintain their safety procedures.

Services may include:

  • Injury and Illness Prevention Programs (IIPP)

  • Heat Illness Prevention Plans (HIPP)

  • Code of Safe Practices (COSP)

  • Site-Specific Safety Plans (SSSP)

  • Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and pre-task planning documents

  • Safety forms, checklists, and inspection documentation

  • Review and updates of existing safety programs

Written programs can be developed as standalone services or incorporated into ongoing safety consulting agreements.

How Alterra Works

1. Discuss Your Needs

We start by understanding your company, project, and the safety support you're looking for.

2. Define the Scope

We establish the services, deliverables, scheduling, and pricing before work begins.

3. Provide the Support

Alterra delivers the agreed services, whether that's a jobsite inspection, employee training, written safety program, or ongoing consulting.

4. Maintain Communication

We provide documentation, recommendations, and follow-up as outlined in the agreement.