Southern Power Transforms Worker-Level Compliance with Veriforce WorkerPass

In the dynamic and evolving world of Southern Power's operations, a big transformation is underway. It’s a technological journey that is led by the integration of Veriforce WorkerPass, a cutting-edge solution that is revolutionizing workforce management.

Southern Power is a subsidiary of Southern Company, a leading U.S. wholesale energy provider meeting the electricity needs of municipalities, electric cooperatives, investor-owned utilities, and other energy customers. Southern Power and its subsidiaries own or operate 55 facilities operating or under development in 15 states. With “Safety First” being their number one value, the safety of their employees and customers is paramount.

Challenge

Persistent Risk of Non-Compliant Workers on Job Sites

Southern Power sought to improve its contractor onboarding, an often-complicated process. This strategy required updating their operations with a solution to manage employees and comply with applicable laws more effectively.

Their existing onboarding process relied too heavily on manual procedures, requiring more internal resources for additional hours, increasing costs (approximately $300 per worker), and leading to workers arriving on-site with expired or invalid credentials.

“We are committed to upholding the highest standards of safety and regulatory adherence,” says a representative from Southern Power. “To keep up with the growth of our business, we knew we needed to completely innovate the way we were tracking workforce compliance and Veriforce came to us with an excellent product to help us automate our processes.”

Solution

An Innovative Platform That Solves Worker-Level Compliance Management

Veriforce WorkerPass became a comprehensive solution, addressing numerous aspects of compliance in Southern Power’s business. Advanced technology with seamless integration capabilities allows Southern Power to establish worker identity, and qualifications as well as monitor compliance status with a level of precision and efficiency they’ve never experienced before.

At the heart of Veriforce WorkerPass is its ability to provide granular control over site access. It’s an innovative feature in an industry where strict compliance measures dictate every area of operations on the job site. By enabling Southern Power to tailor verification and protocols at the worker level, Veriforce WorkerPass provides a refined approach to compliance management, accommodating the diverse needs of contractors and ensuring alignment with industry best practices.

The importance of compliance at the worker level cannot be overstated. This is underscored by Southern Power's unwavering commitment to upholding the highest standards of safety and regulatory adherence. With Veriforce WorkerPass as their trusted solution, Southern Power embarked on a journey of collaboration, innovation, and a laser focus on increasing safety and compliance in their workforce.

From the beginning, Southern Power and Veriforce had a shared vision of operational excellence. It was a vision based on the belief that compliance is not just a regulatory requirement, but a foundational element of organizational integrity and sustainability. Through refinement and continuous feedback exchange, Southern Power and Veriforce worked together to tailor the solution to fit the unique needs of Southern Power's growing operations.

The results of this partnership were instant. By finding efficiencies in the onboarding process, Southern Power realized substantial savings in both time and resources. Moreover, the identification of outstanding drug screens, background checks, and compliance discrepancies before on-site arrival demonstrated the effectiveness of Veriforce WorkerPass in mitigating risk and protecting organizational integrity.

“The implementation of Veriforce WorkerPass has been a game changer for us,” says the Southern Power representative. “It’s a new era of efficiency, transparency, and accountability for our organization. We no longer need to worry about things slipping through the cracks. When it comes to compliance at the worker level, this solution catches everything. It enables us to access critical information like drug and alcohol tests, certifications, and training records instantly. It truly allows us to make more informed decisions and be more proactive with risk mitigation.”

Results

After only four months of using the product, the results paint a clear picture of the incredible impact of Veriforce WorkerPass on Southern Power's operations:

· 591 completed check-ins

· 263 identified outstanding/expired drug screens

· 38 unresolved background checks

· 393 hours of orientation video watched

· 644 documents digitized

· 12 non-compliant workers prevented from accessing the job site

· 2,364 hours of total onboarding time saved (equivalent to approximately $141,840 in pay)

These achievements, along with an unwavering commitment to compliance, demonstrate the tangible benefits of Veriforce WorkerPass in enhancing operational efficiency, mitigating risks, and fostering a culture of safety and accountability.

Get Worker Qualification Right the First Time

The adoption of Veriforce WorkerPass by Southern Power represents a forward-thinking shift in workforce management. Through collaborative engagement, strategic implementation, and a shared commitment to compliance at the worker level, Southern Power and Veriforce have created a partnership defined by innovation, and operational excellence.

If you are looking to find efficiencies in your compliance management process and avoid costly fines by ensuring only compliant workers enter the job site, Veriforce is your go-to solution.

Connect with Veriforce and discover how Veriforce WorkerPass can help revolutionize your approach to worker-level compliance.

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