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Rice Companies Receives Accreditation for Safety and Quality Construction Practices

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Rice Companies proudly announces it has received a certificate of accreditation from the International Accreditations Service (IAS) for Metal Building Assembler MBA-133. This prestigious accreditation recognizes Rice Companies’ adherence to the stringent requirements of AC478, the IAS Accreditation Criteria for Inspection Practices of Metal Building Assemblers. Rice Companies is the first Minnesota based company to receive this certification.  

Rice Companies has demonstrated compliance with IAS AC478 rules and criteria, ensuring a robust Safety Program, Quality Management System, and verification of documented procedures. This compliance extends to onsite project-specific inspections, aligning with OSHA Section 1976.750-761 regulations. 

“Safety is our utmost priority. This accreditation underscores our commitment to maintaining the highest safety standards in the construction industry. Our goal is zero harm and zero lost time incidents, and this philosophy drives everything we do, from pre-project planning and ongoing training to continuous improvement.” 

Chris Rice, CEO at Rice Companies

As a recognized leader in safety, Rice Companies is also a Partner in Safety with OSHA on its construction projects, further solidifying its dedication to creating secure working environments.Â