Safety
Chemical Weed Control provides PEC, Smith System, Medic First Aid, Operator Qualification, and all job-specific training required by our customers as well as on-the-job training.
We employ several full-time safety leaders. Our safety team offers in-house training for safety, first aid, and OQ (Veriforce and NCCER). We train employees to safely and effectively apply products to meet customers' needs. We work to ensure applicators are licensed as required. We maintain compliance with NCMS and DISA policies and strive to sustain a drug and alcohol-free workplace.
We subscribe to ISNet, Veriforce, and Avetta for safety and compliance reporting. Chemical Weed Control maintains membership in professional organizations to stay educated on the latest technologies and tools. We also appreciate membership as an opportunity to contribute to the industry positively. We carry 10 million dollars in umbrella liability insurance. All vehicles are equipped with GPS monitoring units.
Teddy Lopez
Corporate Safety Director
Hello, I'm Teddy Lopez, and I have served as the Corporate Safety Director at Chemical Weed Control, Inc. since June 2021. I have a degree in psychology and a background in health and human services. I bring a behavioral and people-focused approach to safety leadership.
In this role, I work closely with all regional teams to ensure that safety policies are consistently communicated, implemented, and maintained.
My focus is not only on compliance, but on cultivating a safety-first culture where every employee is empowered to make safe decisions.
My experience includes risk assessment, crisis response, and the development of behavior-based safety initiatives. I am a National Association of Safety Professionals Certified Safety Manager. I place a strong emphasis on the emotional and psychological components of workplace safety, recognizing that a safe environment begins with a supported workforce.
I am proud to lead our company’s safety efforts and remain committed to the well-being of our employees. My priority is that every team member returns home safely at the end of each day, and that Chemical Weed Control continues to uphold the highest standards of safety and care.
