SafetySync

What SafetySync does

SafetySync is a Calgary, Alberta-based provider of cloud-based EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) management software, founded in 2006 and now operating as a brand under Workhub Software Corp. The company delivers a single horizontal SaaS platform covering the full EHS workflow: online safety training (50+ pre-built courses plus a SimpleLMS custom course builder), certificate and competency tracking, incident reporting, compliance monitoring, forms and recordkeeping, equipment inspections, contractor orientations, safety meetings, bulletins, behavior observations, audit preparation, legislation library, SDS management, and worker recognition programs. Architecture is cloud-based with no installation required, mobile-first, and built on a recently rebuilt technology stack intended to accelerate feature velocity. The platform serves companies across all industries regardless of EHS/HSE/SHE/OHS terminology, with named enterprise customers spanning oil and gas (PetroCanada, Secure Energy), environmental services (GFL), aerospace (Viking Air), chemicals (Clariant), transportation (Mullen Group), and equipment rental (ERAC).

The business model is subscription SaaS, with two surfaced tiers: an all-inclusive single-tier subscription with no feature add-ons (monthly billing) and a $3/user/month Workhub tier with free implementation and no contract. Distribution combines a self-serve product-led growth motion (free trial signup, demo booking via 1-866-668-6402) with an enterprise inside-sales motion and a channel partner network of 18+ certified safety consultants across North America. Canadian customers are billed in CAD and US customers in USD. At the scale signals reported, the platform hosts 359,868 users across 21,045 companies, has tracked 2,416,366 documents, and recorded 11,379,947 quiz completions. The company is privately held with 11-50 employees, has no disclosed institutional funding, and is led by CEO Brian Nodwell and Chairman Jack Nodwell.

Name

SafetySync

Legal name

SafetySync Corporation

Website

https://safetysync.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

SafetySync is a Calgary-based cloud EHS management SaaS platform, now operating under Workhub Software Corp., serving companies across industries with online training, certificate and incident tracking, compliance monitoring, and 25+ configurable safety tools for SMB and enterprise buyers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Calgary

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Subscription SaaS: Monthly subscription-based pricing model for access to all features. One low price includes complete access to all features with no add-ons. Payments due monthly at end of each month.
2. Workhub Platform: $3/user per month pricing on Workhub platform. Free implementation assistance included. No contract required - leave anytime.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

SafetySync provides a cloud-based, mobile-first EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) management SaaS platform that delivers online safety training (50+ pre-built courses), certificate tracking, incident reporting and tracking, compliance monitoring, forms and recordkeeping, equipment management, and custom course creation via SimpleLMS. The platform bundles 25+ customizable tools under a single all-inclusive subscription and serves safety teams, HR, management, operations, workers, and contractors across industries (EHS/HSE/SHE/OHS). It is operated under parent company Workhub Software Corp.

Product overview

SafetySync is a cloud-based EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) management software platform offered as a single unified product. The core SafetySync platform provides over 25 customizable tools including Online Safety Training (50+ courses), Certificate Tracking, Incident Tracking, Compliance Monitoring, Forms & Recordkeeping, Equipment Management, Custom Course Creation (SimpleLMS), Action Items, Orientations, Policies & Procedures, Safety Meetings, Bulletins & Alerts, Behaviour Observations, Audit Preparation, Legislation Library, Safety Data Sheets, Workplace Screening, Suggestions, Polls & Surveys, Whistleblower Reporting, and Competencies. Workhub is a rebuilt, mobile-first version of the SafetySync platform with new underlying technology. The platform is accessible entirely online with no installation required, and all features are included in a single subscription price. The software serves organizations across industries (EHS, HSE, SHE, OHS, OHSMS) and is designed for entire company adoption including safety teams, HR, management, operations, workers, and contractors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• SafetySync A cloud-based EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) management software platform that provides online safety training, certificate tracking, incident reporting, compliance monitoring, and regulatory audit preparation tools for organizations across industries.
• Workhub A rebuilt, mobile-first version of SafetySync's EHS software with new underlying technology designed for faster feature development, more efficient testing, and improved user experience. Operated under Workhub Software Corp. at $3/user per month with free implementation assistance and no contract required.

Quantifiable outcome

• 359,868 users and 21,045 companies using the platform
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Prime Essential SafetycoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerProven provider of contract labour, safety, and quality services in Western Canada. Grown from one-person shop in 2009 to full service consulting with over 50 clients. COR certified and pre-qualified with major companies. Manages ISNetworld, ComplyWorks, and Avetta compliance. Provides program development, EHS software, COR preparation and audits, ongoing safety support, field safety, and third-party verification. Has 10 qualified professionals and 41 completed projects.
• Hutton Safety GroupminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerManaging complete Safety & Transportation programs for a group of 9 companies working throughout North America & the world. Employs 5 safety professionals plus support staff. 6 years servicing Oil & Gas, Construction & Manufacturing industries. 23 completed projects.
• Goal ZerocoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSafety management solution provider. Offers simple and automated system for compliance. Provides compliant safety programs for organizations. Gold partner status with 5 qualified professionals and 17 completed projects.
• 1st Four SolutionsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerOffers practicable and achievable health and safety programs with sustainable consulting solutions. Works in partnership with clients providing expertise, guidance, and resources.
• Motive SafetyminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerResults-based approach focused on Custom S/M/A/R/T Goals achieved through Comprehensive Guidance System including Online Health & Safety Management System and Train-The-Trainer Programs.
• Core EnergyminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSpecializes in corporate specific training development, operational structuring for economic savings, implementation, and process streamlining. From safety and compliance to management mentorship creating operational excellence.
• Kodiak HSEminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerCommitted to providing quality bespoke health and safety programs and services. One mission: to eliminate workplace injuries and make sure everyone goes home safely.
• Essential Health & SafetyminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerEssential Health & Safety Consulting LTD providing health and safety consulting services.
• HSE Partnering SolutionsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerHealth, Safety, and Environmental experts helping companies efficiently and cost-effectively. Helps build and implement H.S.E. programs that change company culture.
• Infinity DynamicscoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSafety Data Management proposing effective and efficient way to manage company safety data. Offers online alternative to spreadsheets and paper. Safety data available in real time. Works with companies of any size to create sound safety culture utilizing virtual user-friendly portal. 6 completed projects.
• Barrow Safety ServicesminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerProvides Safety Advisors, Training, Testing, Safety Products, and other safety-related offerings. Catering to forestry, infrastructure, manufacturing, mining, oil & gas, power, and real estate industries.
• Solstice SafetyminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerTeam of environment, health and safety professionals with 18+ years experience in upstream oil and gas. Specializes in reduction of safety management system costs for small to mid-sized companies by providing EH&S expertise in online environment.
• Seine River Safety SolutionsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerMission to provide successful solutions to manage health and safety programs and improve business performance. 7 completed projects.
• Galeforce Safety ConsultingminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerServicing Northeast Florida and South Georgia with Occupational, Health, and Safety Training for Maritime and Construction industries. OSHAS 18001 Certified Auditors, OSHA Authorized Outreach Trainers, NASP/IASP Certified Trainers. 4 qualified professionals, 2 completed projects.
• Interior Safety SolutionsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerHelps companies with WorkSafeBC changes in legislation and requirements. Wide range of services to bring Health & Safety programs up to date for established companies or startups. 4 completed projects.
• Survivor Safety ServicesminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAffordable solutions for oilfield compliance with SeCOR, COR, ISN, Comply Works. Provides audit advice and Safety Manual Preparation. Silver partner status with 3 completed projects.
• JDS CorpminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerFull service Safety Training, Auditing and Consulting company committed to exceptional service. Goal to assist with elimination of workplace and non-workplace injuries through Instructing, Monitoring, Auditing and ongoing support.
• Ship Shape ConsultingminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner30 years combined hand-on Operations, Safety and Security Management in maritime industry. Champion of change searching for innovative ways to achieve high productivity and employee morale without compromising safety. Bronze partner with 2 qualified professionals.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• SafetyCulture: SafetyCulture offers iAuditor-based inspection, training, and safety operations software for SMB and mid-market customers across industries. It is a direct peer to SafetySync, competing head-to-head for horizontal EHS/wallet share with a similar self-serve plus partner-led go-to-market motion.
• Cority: Cority provides a unified EHS platform spanning incident management, compliance, training, and sustainability for enterprise customers. It overlaps directly with SafetySync's EHS workflow suite but skews up-market into larger regulated enterprises.
• VelocityEHS: VelocityEHS (formerly Velocity Solutions) delivers EHS software including training, incident management, and SDS/chemical inventory modules to mid-market customers. Strong overlap with SafetySync's core feature set and pricing tier positioning.
• Intelex Technologies (Procore): Intelex offers EHS and quality management software for enterprise customers and was acquired by Procore to integrate with construction operations. Direct competitor to SafetySync in incident, compliance, and training modules, especially in construction and oil & gas.
• EHS Insight: EHS Insight provides cloud-based EHS management software focused on mid-market customers with modules for incidents, training, compliance, and inspections. Closely comparable to SafetySync's horizontal EHS positioning and SMB-to-mid-market customer base.
• KPA (KPA Flex): KPA provides EHS, HR, and compliance software targeted at automotive, construction, and industrial SMBs/dealerships. Overlaps with SafetySync on training, inspections, and policy management for SMB safety teams.
• Perillon Software: Perillon offers EHS software including incident management, compliance, audits, and training for enterprise and mid-market customers. Direct overlap with SafetySync's workflow modules and similar customer segments.
• Vector Solutions: Vector Solutions delivers online safety training, compliance courses, and workforce development for industrial and public-sector customers. Comparable to SafetySync's online courses and certificate tracking modules with deeper content library focus.

Emerging players

• Jotform: Jotform provides form-building and workflow automation increasingly used by SMB safety teams for inspections, incident reports, and basic compliance workflows. Adjacent competitor that overlaps with SafetySync's Forms & Recordkeeping and Equipment Inspection use cases at the low end of the market.

Broad incumbents

• Procore Technologies: Procore is a construction management platform that added EHS capabilities through its Intelex acquisition, targeting contractor safety, orientations, and compliance. Comparable to SafetySync in construction and contractor management workflows but operates as a broader construction OS rather than a safety-specialist.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/SafetySync

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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