An Orchard Park startup providing workplace safety advice to job sites through the use of an app has completed a round of seed funding assisted by Launch NY.
TeleSafety intends to use the funds to invest in research and development, marketing and user experience enhancement in support of the product’s launch.
Launch NY, which provides mentoring and access to risk capital for high-growth startups, was the lead investor in TeleSafety’s seed funding round.
Amounts were not disclosed.
“We are so pleased to have the opportunity to support innovative solutions that make such an impact in vital areas like workplace safety,” said Marnie LaVigne, president and CEO of Launch NY.
TeleSafety, which was founded in 2018 by Joe and John Coniglio, provides access to live workplace safety experts for questions and professional advice.
It is intended to prevent workplace accidents and reduce costs associated with OSHA fines. The app delivers up-to-date information on regulatory changes and safety-related news, industry safety training by topic and safety reminders.
“We have seen that the app’s ability to provide immediate feedback from safety experts can be a game-changer in maintaining regulatory compliance and, most importantly, safeguarding workers,” Joe Coniglio said. “As companies look to cut costs, they can still maintain a high-quality safety presence with TeleSafety.”
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