If your ISNetworld® dashboard keeps flashing Non-Compliant because of a failed RAVS® submission, you’re not alone, and you're not doomed.

The Problem

RAVS® (Review and Verification Services) is where most contractors hit a wall. Why? They submit generic, off-the-shelf safety manuals that don't reflect their actual work environments. ISNetworld® doesn’t want boilerplate policies; they want documentation that matches how your team actually works in the field.

Each rejection can stall compliance for weeks, costing contractors both contracts and credibility.

What ISNetworld® Really Wants

RAVS® is about customization and credibility. Auditors want to see that:

• Your written safety program matches your real operations.
• Your procedures address your actual hazards.
• Your team has documented proof of implementation, things like toolbox talks, sign-ins, and equipment checklists.

A strong RAVS® submission doesn’t just tick boxes. It tells a story of safety practices that actually exist and are enforced on the jobsite.

Pro-Tip: Don’t just match policies to hazards; tie them directly to job roles. Auditors want to see that welders, operators, and field techs each have procedures relevant to their tasks.

Why Cookie-Cutter Manuals Fail

Pre-built manuals downloaded from the internet usually fail for three reasons:

1. Lack of task-specific language (e.g., policies don’t mention the hazards your crews actually face).
2. No evidence of implementation (e.g., missing training logs or safety meeting records).
3. Inconsistencies across sections suggest it wasn’t built with your company in mind.

Where T-RAVS® Fits In

T-RAVS® is the companion to RAVS®. It verifies employee training records.

• RAVS® = “We have a policy.”
• T-RAVS® = “And here’s proof our team knows how to follow it.”

Think of T-RAVS® as the proof that your RAVS® manual isn’t just a binder on a shelf.

If your training records are missing dates, names, or verification methods, your T-RAVS® submission may also trigger non-compliance.

Quick FAQs

Q: What's the difference between RAVS® and T-RAVS®?
A: RAVS® reviews your written safety policies. T-RAVS® verifies that your employees have been trained on those policies, backed by dated, detailed training records.

Q: Will ISNetworld® accept a generic safety manual I downloaded online?
A: Probably not. Generic manuals are often rejected unless they've been thoroughly customized to match your real hazards and operations.

Q: What happens if my RAVS® submission is rejected?
A: You’ll need to revise the program and resubmit. Until it's accepted, your company stays marked Non-Compliant, which may block you from starting work.

Q: How do I prove that my programs are implemented?
A: Provide documentation like:

• Safety meeting sign-in sheets
• Equipment inspection checklists
• Knowledge assessments for specific procedures

Need Help?

If your RAVS® or T-RAVS® submissions have stalled your ISNetworld® compliance, we can help. Our consultants customize safety programs, provide submission support, and guide your team through the implementation documentation ISNetworld® wants to see.

We don’t just help you fix rejections; we help you build safety programs that pass the first time, every time.

Talk to a Safety Consultant