Who We Are
Large staffing agencies place safety professionals as one line of business among many. Safety services firms place safety personnel as a side offering. ResponsAble is different. Safety staffing isn’t a department here. It’s the whole company, and that focus makes us one of the few dedicated safety staffing firms in the country.
We Help Contractors and Companies:
• Ramp up for big jobs fast.
• Avoid the time and headache of recruiting, screening, hiring, and managing temporary employees.
• Focus on what they do best, because we are tightly focused on what we do best into pride in their work, attentiveness, and better attitudes.
All of our resources are devoted to building and maintaining a strong pool of engaged, well-trained, highly qualified safety personnel that you can draw on at anytime.
Because we are focused on doing one thing really well, we are able to attract and retain higher quality safety employees and provide on-site safety training that exceeds all OSHA standards.
Our Story
In 2008, Gulf South Safety Consultants formed ResponsAble Safety Staffing (prior name Gulf South Safety and Firewatch Services) in response to client needs for short-term, temporary safety staffing assistance.
Today, ResponsAble Safety Staffing is a minority-owned safety firm based out of Baton Rouge, Louisiana comprised of experienced safety professionals devoted strictly toward safety staffing. We provide qualified safety attendants whether you need help for a day or several months, or when you want to add an employee to your team. We fill a variety of safety positions - from confined space attendants and emergency medical technicians to CSP’s (Certified Safety Professionals). With our ever growing roster of talented safety professionals, we help you maintain a workforce that’s adaptable to the environment you work in. Our dedicated team is ready to serve you and your staff nationwide.
Industries We Serve
We staff safety roles for construction, industrial contractors, mega projects, power and utilities, warehouse and logistics, oil and gas, petrochemical, and manufacturing.
What Our Clients Say
"ResponsAble has been working with us for the past several years as our on demand staffing provider. Their knowledge and attention to detail have aided in providing both Confined Space Attendant/General Labor personnel and Safety Professionals that meet our specific need and exceed our expectations every time."
- Field Service Coordinator, Oil/Gas Industry
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Frequently Asked Questions
Safety staffing involves recruiting and placing trained safety professionals in various industries to ensure workplace safety and compliance with regulations. At ResponsAble, we specialize in safety staffing services, connecting you with experienced safety professionals on demand.
EHS (Environmental, Health, and Safety) staffing agencies specialize in providing professionals who focus on maintaining and improving environmental health and safety standards within a workplace. As one of the leading EHS staffing agencies, ResponsAble ensures your team is equipped with top-tier Industrial Safety and EHS professionals.
Safety staffing agencies like ResponsAble recruit and vet safety professionals, then match them with companies in need of safety expertise. We provide both temporary and permanent staffing solutions tailored to your specific safety needs.
A safety recruiter helps you find qualified safety professionals who fit your organization’s needs. By partnering with ResponsAble, you gain access to a vast network of safety professionals and benefit from our expertise in safety recruitment.
Industries such as construction, manufacturing, oil and gas, and utilities often require safety professionals to maintain high safety standards. ResponsAble provides safety professionals staffing services tailored to these and other industries.
General Industrial Safety and EHS safety jobs can be found through specialized EHS staffing agencies like ResponsAble. We connect safety professionals with employers seeking expertise in environmental, health, and safety roles.
ResponsAble stands out among safety staffing companies due to our focus on industrial safety and EHS staffing. We provide personalized service, thorough training, and an ever-growing database of qualified safety professionals.
Yes, we specialize in construction safety staffing, providing experienced safety professionals to ensure compliance and safety on your job site. Our safety staffing services are tailored to meet the unique needs of the construction industry.
When choosing an EHS staffing agency, look for one with a proven track record in your industry, a robust database of qualified candidates, and a commitment to ongoing training and development. ResponsAble excels in all these areas, making us a top choice for industrial safety and EHS staffing.
The direct hiring process through ResponsAble begins with a thorough understanding of your specific safety staffing needs. We then tap into our extensive network of safety professionals to find candidates who are the perfect fit for your organization. From initial interviews to final placement, we handle the entire process, ensuring a seamless experience.