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About Us

Higgins and Associates, established in 1996, has been at the forefront of delivering Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) consulting services to diverse clientele nationwide. Headquartered in Colorado, our firm boasts a dedicated team with a strong presence in key regions including Texas, Florida, and New Mexico, ensuring localized expertise and support.

With a cumulative experience spanning decades, our seasoned professionals bring unparalleled insight and hands-on proficiency across various environmental disciplines. From hospitals to industrial sectors, we cater to a broad spectrum of clients, tailoring our solutions to meet the unique needs and challenges of each project.

At Higgins and Associates, our commitment extends beyond mere consultation; we strive to empower our clients with cost-effective strategies that mitigate risks, streamline processes, and enhance overall project efficiency. By leveraging our expertise, we aim to minimize project delays, cost overruns, and regulatory hurdles, enabling our clients to achieve their goals with confidence.

Driven by a passion for excellence, our mission is simple: to make our clients successful. Through proactive collaboration, innovative solutions, and unwavering dedication, Higgins and Associates stands as a trusted partner in navigating the complex landscape of environmental compliance and safety regulations. We are not just consultants; we are catalysts for progress, ensuring a sustainable and safe future for generations to come

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ICRA-IQ Training Program

Our online ICRA-IQ training program for the Healthcare industry is second to none.  Our training not only provides education with completion of the ICRA forms but also the science behind the construction and operation of effective containment systems during renovation or demolition in hospitals and other healthcare settings. 

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EHS Database Management

Our independent sister Company, EHS Management Solutions (EHSMS), is a small business woman owned enterprise providing customized EHS database
management solutions to many of Higgins and other independent customers ranging from the Food Industry to Healthcare. The incorporation of EHSMS
into Higgins capabilities allows Higgins to be a one stop shop for a large range of services to our clients.

Our Core Values

Integrity

We strive to be honest and forthcoming with our clients and business partners. You can trust our staff to maintain high ethical standards and keep your information confidential.

Quality

We never cut corners. Period. You can rely on Higgins and Associates to consistently deliver the highest level of service possible.

Respect

We treat our clients, corporate partners, and staff like family. When a member of our family needs support, we do everything possible to help.

Innovation

We never rest on our laurels. Our EHS directors and staff constantly seek ways to improve processes, increase efficiency, and enhance accuracy.

Dependable

You can depend on our EHS team to be there when you need us and get the job done. No EHS problem is too big or too daunting.

Knowledge

Our extensive hands-on experience in multiple environmental specialties allows our team of scientists to identify and develop successful, cost-effective approaches to your projects.

Meet Our Leadership Team

Based in the heart of Colorado, Higgins and Associates stands as the foremost EHS consulting firm in the region. Our expertise extends to diverse client sectors, including healthcare, construction, commercial property development, real estate, oil and gas, and numerous other industries.

Chris Higgins

President and founder

Working as a geologist and EHS consultant for more than 36 years has given Chris a tremendous amount of hands-on experience helping clients in a range of industries, from oil & gas to commercial property development.

Kathy Higgins

Co-Founder

Not only is Kathy the co-founder and co-owner of Higgins and Associates, she is also the President of EHS Management Solutions, Inc., which provides clients with a unique set of digital tools for managing EHS data more effectively and efficiently.

Art Gougen

Dir of Environmental Health & Safety

With more than 43 years of experience working for Fortune 30 to Fortune 300 companies in several different plant, sector, and corporate EHS management positions, Art is the consulting EHS director you want in your corner!

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