About Us
The things which actually keep us safe are boring.Sprinkler ordinances. Checklists. Air quality initiatives and someone actually reading an inspection report. These don't photograph well, they win no awards, and they have quietly prevented more harm than every heroic response.That's what we do at Skewtail. We're a boutique risk management firm from the Western United States. Built on high-stakes public service and cross-disciplinary private sector experience, we're a tool for organizations whose hazards don't fit an easy template. Of course, if things have already gone wrong we can help there too.
Services
Wildfire Risk Mitigation
The threats from wildland fire continue to rise sharply, and traditional mitigation providers often focus on rural homes. We provide custom wildfire risk management, with special experience protecting sophisticated facilities and their staff.Fire Code Consulting
House fires declined precipitously in the late 20th Century, and expensive fire trucks full of highly-paid responders are not what solved the problem. Fire code is one of unseen game changers, and we help build custom solutions for its application in unusual places.Forward-Leaning Risk Management
Complex threats require technically savvy risk managers, and an attitude oriented towards still getting the work done. We thrive by helping sort out the needs of high-end organizations with unique hazards.Instructional Design and Delivery
Training is too often done poorly, leading to bored students and bad outcomes. We build, deliver, and consult on effective education tuned to your organization's specific culture.Safety and Security Inspections
A key pillar of any professional safety program, we provide tailored inspections to illuminate gaps, verify mitigations, and document compliance. These can range from pre-planned and expected assessments to fully covert surveys.Safety and Security Investigations
The complement of proactive inspections, we dig into accidents and incidents to identify both root causes and complex factors. In addition to the option of After Action Reviews, we deliver a report discussing what, if anything, went wrong and how to do better next time.Incident Management
Our catch-all label, we help staff and respond to incidents of many different types. Everything from the safety of extreme athletics to cybersecurity concerns to geologic hazards or pandemics—we've done a lot and can help you do more.
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