What is TAPPISAFE?
TAPPISAFE is a safety program that provides standardized training for the pulp, paper, packaging, and converting industries to enhance workplace safety and regulatory compliance.
TAPPISAFE is the leading safety training program designed specifically for the pulp, paper, packaging, tissue, and converting industries. Established over a decade ago in response to the industry’s demand for a standardized safety orientation, TAPPISAFE has grown into a comprehensive safety solution that supports both facilities and contractors. By providing industry-specific training, TAPPISAFE ensures that workers are well-equipped to handle the unique hazards present in these environments, promoting a safer and more compliant workforce.
Our Commitment to Safety
TAPPISAFE was built on the principle of addressing the industry’s unique safety needs, and that commitment continues today. We offer a range of services designed to make safety training accessible, efficient, and effective for both facilities and contractors. Our mission is to provide the tools and resources necessary to create safer workplaces, reduce incidents, and ensure regulatory compliance across the industry.
More than 10 years ago, a consortium of paper-related businesses—including mills, plants, suppliers, and contractors—partnered with TAPPI to address a critical need: the creation of a uniform safety orientation that could be used across the industry. With input from safety experts and industry leaders, TAPPISAFE was developed to provide standardized safety training tailored to the specific needs of the pulp and paper sector. Since its launch, TAPPISAFE has expanded to serve the packaging and converting industries, providing essential safety education that reduces workplace incidents, ensures compliance, and fosters a culture of safety.
Our Core Services
Standardized Safety Training
TAPPISAFE’s primary offering is standardized safety training that covers key industry-specific topics. Our courses are designed to ensure that both internal employees and contractors are trained to meet OSHA and industry safety standards. From machine safety to hazard recognition, TAPPISAFE offers a comprehensive approach to workplace safety that reduces risk and enhances operational safety.
TAPPISAFE 101 Courses
As an added layer of reinforcement, we offer TAPPISAFE 101 courses that provide foundational safety education for new hires and experienced workers alike. These courses help reinforce safety principles and ensure that workers are consistently updated on best practices for hazard identification and prevention.
Gate Check
TAPPISAFE’s Gate Check service simplifies the entry process for contractors. By ensuring that contractors have completed all required safety training before arriving on-site, Gate Check reduces delays and ensures that contractors are ready to work safely and efficiently from the moment they arrive. This service helps facilities maintain smooth operations by minimizing entry delays and ensuring compliance at the gate.
Contractor Qualification (CQ)
Managing contractor safety is essential to maintaining a safe work environment. TAPPISAFE’s Contractor Qualification (CQ) service allows facilities to pre-qualify contractors based on their safety training and compliance records. By using CQ, facilities can ensure that only qualified contractors with the appropriate safety certifications are allowed on-site, reducing liability and enhancing safety standards.
Why Choose TAPPISAFE?
TAPPISAFE is more than just a safety training provider. We are a trusted partner in the industry, committed to helping facilities and contractors meet safety and compliance requirements efficiently. By choosing TAPPISAFE, you gain access to a comprehensive safety program that evolves with the industry’s needs, offering flexibility, expertise, and support to create safer workplaces.
Get Started with TAPPISAFE Today
Whether you’re a facility looking to enhance your safety program or a contractor seeking to improve your safety credentials, TAPPISAFE has the tools and services to meet your needs. Learn more about how TAPPISAFE can benefit your organization by contacting us today.