About FrameSAFE

Bilingual Safety Program Based on OSHA 1926

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FrameSAFE Portal

FrameSAFE 5.0 is delivered through a secure online portal that provides companies with immediate access to the complete safety program. The portal incudes implementation resources, employee training materials, recordkeeping tools, toolbox talks, safety posters, orientation materials, OSHA inspection guidance, and additional resources that are continually updated.

Companies gain access by completing the FrameSAFE onboarding form. Once onboarding is complete, users receive access to the portal where all program materials are managed electronically.

Our goal has always been to get a safety program into the hands of framers and their subcontractors that is affordable, easy to follow, and in their language. FrameSAFE is specific to framers and allows us to train on the same topics as our subs, to be able to have the same expectations for safety on the job. With the enhancements in version 5, more than ever FrameSAFE will ensure everybody is talking the same talk, looking for the same issues, and making sure the workers are protected in the same manner all the time.



-Ken Shifflett, NFC Safety Committee Chair, Ace Carpentry in Manassas, Virginia

Benefits of FrameSAFE:

The National Framers Council’s highest priority since its inception has been the development of a comprehensive jobsite safety program specific to the framing industry. Now available as FrameSAFE 5,0, the National Framers Council bilingual safety program is delivered through an online portal, giving companies access to current safety resources, training materials, documentation tools, and ongoing program updates, the program is designed specifically for the framing industry and is based on OSHA 1926 standards.

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  • Designed specifically for professional framing contractors.
  • Delivered through an online portal with immediate access to program resources.
  • English and Spanish safety materials to support a bilingual workforce.
  • Toolbox talks, safety posters, orientation checklists, and training resources are organized in one location.
  • Program resources are updated as new materials become available.
  • Supports OSHA compliance through industry specific guidance and documentation tools.
  • Promotes consistent safety best practices among framers, subcontractors, builders, and general contractors.
  • Helps improve communication, training, consistency, and jobsite safety culture.

Getting Started

Accessing FrameSAFE 5.0 is simple.

Complete the online onboarding form to request access to the FrameSAFE portal. Once your company has been onboarded, you’ll receive access to all available safety resources, training materials, and future program updates through the portal.

Complete the FrameSAFE onboarding form.

Frequently Asked Questions

Contact NFC staff with any questions you might have or sign up for membership today! FrameSAFE is included with your membership dues.

Can a company update the company policies section after they submit their template to be customized?Yes. These sections can be edited within the FrameSAFE portal.

Is there a limitation on the number of times a company can use their customized manual during the course of the year?The assumption is that each company will use the manual for each unit they build. Your manual can be customized for each individual job within the portal.

FrameSAFE Testimonials

What people say

"Framers can do their jobs efficiently and effectively, even while following critical safety standards. FrameSAFE has been very good for us to show us how unsafe some of our operations were. It’s helped us improve on safety without impacting our performance. The NFC’s goal is to improve your safety without totally affecting your performance; after all, we all go to work to make money but we have to be as safe as we can be.”

Andy SageAndy SageStraight Up Framing and Sage Building Components, Ames, Iowa

"We specifically joined NFC so our subcontractors would have access to FrameSAFE. For ICG's subs to now have the resource that we do…it made a lot of sense for us to join. FrameSAFE is great for Toolbox Talks because they’re short and sweet and in Spanish and English.”

Ryan MelinRyan MelinInnovative Construction Group, Jacksonville, Florida

“Our goal has always been to get a safety program into the hands of framers and their subcontractors that is affordable, easy to follow, and in their language. FrameSAFE is specific to framers and allows us to train on the same topics as our subs, to be able to have the same expectations for safety on the job. With the enhancements in version 4, more than ever FrameSAFE will ensure everybody is talking the same talk, looking for the same issues, and making sure the workers are protected in the same manner all the time.”

Ken ShifflettKen ShifflettNFC Safety Committee Chair, Ace Carpentry in Manassas, Virginia

"Framers can do their jobs efficiently and effectively, even while following critical safety standards. FrameSAFE has been very good for us to show us how unsafe some of our operations were. It’s helped us improve on safety without impacting our performance. The NFC’s goal is to improve your safety without totally affecting your performance; after all, we all go to work to make money but we have to be as safe as we can be.”

Andy SageAndy SageStraight Up Framing and Sage Building Components, Ames, Iowa

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John SmithJohn SmithCEO

"We specifically joined NFC so our subcontractors would have access to FrameSAFE. For ICG's subs to now have the resource that we do…it made a lot of sense for us to join. FrameSAFE is great for Toolbox Talks because they’re short and sweet and in Spanish and English.”

Ryan MelinRyan MelinInnovative Construction Group, Jacksonville, Florida

“Our goal has always been to get a safety program into the hands of framers and their subcontractors that is affordable, easy to follow, and in their language. FrameSAFE is specific to framers and allows us to train on the same topics as our subs, to be able to have the same expectations for safety on the job. With the enhancements in version 4, more than ever FrameSAFE will ensure everybody is talking the same talk, looking for the same issues, and making sure the workers are protected in the same manner all the time.”

Ken ShifflettKen ShifflettNFC Safety Committee Chair, Ace Carpentry in Manassas, Virginia

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