When we started Basin Safety, we had a simple but powerful mission: to protect the people who power this country. We knew that behind every oil rig, truck, and crew was a team of hard-working men and women who deserved training, equipment, and leadership they could trust with their lives.

In 2025, that mission was recognized in a big way. Basin Safety was named “Best of the Bakken” by the Williston Herald—a title that means more to us than any badge, banner, or plaque ever could.

But this award isn’t just a celebration of our success. It’s a reflection of the trust you, our clients, have placed in us. And it’s a commitment to keep doing the work that earned us this honor—only better.

What is "Best of the Bakken"?

The Best of the Bakken Awards, hosted annually by the Williston Herald, recognize excellence across industries in western North Dakota. From restaurants to retail, mechanics to medical clinics—and yes, safety companies—these awards are voted on by the people who live and work in the Bakken every day.

That means this recognition comes directly from our clients, community members, and partners—not a panel of judges, but the crews and companies we serve in the field.

To be chosen as Best Safety Company in the Bakken for 2025 is not only an honor—it’s a responsibility we don’t take lightly.

What the Award Means to Our Team

Our instructors, safety consultants, training coordinators, and support staff work long hours to ensure every worker who walks through our doors is trained, equipped, and ready to return home safe. They don’t do it for awards—they do it because it matters.

This recognition tells our team: Your work matters. People see it. People trust you.

It’s a validation of:

• Early mornings running safety orientations

• Long days of hands-on fire extinguisher drills

• After-hours phone calls helping clients prep for audits

• Coaching a new foreman on leadership and accountability

• Supporting companies through challenging compliance reviews

It reminds us that excellence in safety isn't about checking boxes—it's about showing up, doing the work, and putting people first.

What It Means for Our Clients

If you're a company that trained with us, brought your new hires to our center, partnered with us for compliance support, or recommended us to others—this award is for you, too.

Here’s how this recognition impacts your experience as a Basin Safety client:

1. Validation of Quality

Being voted Best of the Bakken confirms what our partners already know—Basin Safety provides high-quality, field-relevant training and safety support. From H2S Clear to PEC Safeland, clients can trust that our programs meet industry standards and exceed expectations.

2. Commitment to Consistency

This award isn’t a finish line—it’s a benchmark. In 2026, we’re doubling down on consistency. That means:

• On-time class schedules

• Updated curriculum reflecting current regulations

• Consistent instructor quality

• Ongoing support after certification

We believe you deserve dependable safety support—not surprises or shortcuts.

3. Ongoing Investment in Local Service

Being recognized locally reinforces our commitment to the Williston and Bakken communities. We live here. We work here. And we’re investing even more into the services that matter most, including:

• Expanded class availability

• New leadership training programs

• Cold-weather safety solutions

• DOT compliance services

• On-site group training for remote crews

We’re not a national chain. We’re a North Dakota safety company built for the Bakken—because that’s where we live and work, too.

Why Local Recognition Matters

There are many national safety providers in the oil and gas industry—but most don’t know the terrain, the people, or the pressures of working in the Bakken.

Local recognition matters because:

• It comes from real oilfield workers and companies

• It reflects trust earned through action, not advertising

• It creates accountability—we see our clients at the grocery store, in the coffee shop, on-site

When you choose Basin Safety, you're not just hiring a vendor. You're working with a neighbor who understands what you’re up against and is ready to help you solve it.

What’s Next for Basin Safety in 2026

We’re proud of what we’ve accomplished in 2025—but we’re not slowing down.

In 2026, you can expect:

• New and improved training modules, including more interactive and scenario-based courses

• Expanded availability of DOT training and file management

• Continued investment in our Williston facility with upgraded classrooms and equipment

• More outreach and support for small businesses and independent contractors

• Better digital access, including easier scheduling and certificate tracking

We’re also exploring partnerships that allow us to serve more crews in remote areas and provide on-site safety staffing for large-scale projects.

A Message of Gratitude

To our clients: Thank you for trusting us. Thank you for sending your teams to us, recommending us to others, and pushing us to be better every day.

To the oilfield workers who show up in subzero weather, 16-hour shifts, and unpredictable conditions: You are the reason we do this.

To the Williston Herald and the Bakken community: Your recognition motivates us more than you know.

We’re honored, humbled, and more committed than ever to helping every oilfield worker go home safe—because that’s what this work is really about.

Let’s Keep Raising the Standard

We didn’t set out to win awards. We set out to raise the standard for safety in the Bakken—and that goal hasn’t changed.

If you’ve never trained with Basin Safety before, there’s never been a better time. Come see why we were voted Best of the Bakken 2025.

📍 Visit us: 202 48th Ave SW, Williston, ND
🌐 basinsafetyus.com
📞 701.572.8140