Safety-Driven. Cost-Focused. Results-Oriented.

About State 28 Safety

State 28 Safety was founded with one goal in mind: to provide results-driven safety consulting that delivers real business value. Our team has extensive expertise in occupational safety, risk management, and insurance cost control—giving our clients a unique advantage.

We’re not just compliance consultants, we're business partners who understand that safer operations mean stronger margins, healthier employees, and a better reputation.

Leadership Bio – Dustin Smith

With over 13 years of industry experience, Dustin Smith brings a unique combination of real-world safety expertise and financial strategy to every client engagement.
• Doctoral Candidate, Occupational Safety & Health
• MBA, Finance
• Master’s & Bachelor’s, Occupational Safety & Health
• Associate Degree, Real Estate
• Licensed Commercial Insurance Agent, State of Texas
• CSP Certified Safety Professional
• CHST Certified Health and Safety Technician
• OSHA 500 and 510 Certified
Dustin specializes in helping businesses reduce insurance premiums through proactive safety planning, program design, and data-driven risk management. His deep knowledge of EMR metrics and regulatory compliance helps organizations not just meet—but exceed—OSHA standards.

Leadership Bio – Dustin Smith

With over 13 years of industry experience, Dustin Smith brings a unique combination of real-world safety expertise and financial strategy to every client engagement.
• Doctoral Candidate, Occupational Safety & Health
• MBA, Finance
• Master’s & Bachelor’s, Occupational Safety & Health
• Associate Degree, Real Estate
• Licensed Commercial Insurance Agent, State of Texas
• CSP Certified Safety Professional
• CHST Certified Health and Safety Technician
• OSHA 500 and 510 Certified
Dustin specializes in helping businesses reduce insurance premiums through proactive safety planning, program design, and data-driven risk management. His deep knowledge of EMR metrics and regulatory compliance helps organizations not just meet—but exceed—OSHA standards.

Our Mission

At State 28 Safety, our mission is to deliver safety solutions that create real business value. We empower organizations to build safer workplaces, reduce risk, and improve operational performance through scalable, customized programs that go beyond compliance. By combining deep industry expertise with innovative technology, we help our clients protect their people, their reputation, and their bottom line.

What Sets Us Apart

Business-Focused Safety Expertise

We understand that safety is not just about compliance—it’s about performance. Our team blends occupational safety knowledge with financial and insurance strategy to deliver programs that improve margins, reduce claims, and support long-term growth.

Tailored, Industry-Specific Solutions

We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all. Every Safety Management System, mobile app, and inspection protocol we design is customized to align with your industry, risk profile, and organizational structure.

Technology-Driven Efficiency

State 28 Safety replaces outdated processes with intuitive, digital tools that streamline reporting, enhance field-level engagement, and provide real-time insights—ensuring your safety program keeps pace with your operations.

Certified, Credible Leadership

Led by Dustin Smith—a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and experienced business strategist—we offer a rare blend of technical safety knowledge and financial insight. Our team is fully credentialed, OSHA-certified, and deeply invested in your success.

Short-Term Rental Safety Specialists

We provide professional-grade safety inspections for Airbnb, VRBO, and other short-term rental properties—helping property owners minimize liability and enhance guest confidence through detailed, actionable safety reports.

Cross-Industry Experience

From general contractors and industrial services to property managers and hospitality providers, we bring cross-sector expertise that ensures practical, effective safety solutions for a wide range of industries.