Who We Are

Together, our Passion, Niche, and Values strengthen the foundation we’ve built and help guide us towards a clear path for why we do what we do, what we do better than anyone else, and who we are at the core. This commitment can be seen not only in the way we deliver service to our customers, or the relationships we build within our industry and partners, but also by the attention we’ve put into fostering a culture of safety and kindness amongst our own team. 

Our Passion

Our passion is made up of three words that remind us why we do what we do. It helps lead our health and safety decisions every day, the level of quality we bring to the job, and how we thrive to encourage the same culture of safety within the walls of other businesses. 

The question, “Are you willing?“, reminds us how important it is to resist the temptation of taking shortcuts when it comes to safety. It also serves as the basis for beginning a meaningful safety conversation with your staff that is relatable and inspires change.

photo of president, Rich Barcum in safety gear next to text about our passion
soiled man's arm raised in a fist next to text describing our niche

Our Niche

Our niche reminds us what we do better than anyone else in our field.

Although our specialty is providing environmental, health and safety (EHS) services, ultimately, we are in the business of PEOPLE. Regardless of the circumstances, we work with businesses in need of guidance and support, and we’re proud to have grown into the company we have by always fighting for what’s right with upstanding morals and justice for the people. 

Our Values

Our values embody the principles we hold ourselves accountable for. They remind us who we are and the way that you can expect any one of our team members to behave at any point in your journey with us. 

Just like our niche promises that we fight for what’s right, our values promise that we also do what’s right in partnership with our honesty, passion, professionalism, and high standards.

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About Us

Cardinal Compliance Consultants is an Ohio-based firm, founded in 2014. We specialize in environmental, health and safety services including consultation, program development, training, risk assessments, citation defense, lockout tagout (LOTO), arc flash analysis, industrial ventilation design and installation, safety staffing solutions, and much more. Our unwavering mission delivers expert, customized solutions that go beyond satisfying occupational and environmental regulatory compliance, while mitigating costly injuries, illnesses, and potential violations.

With an extensive network of health and safety consultants, Cardinal stands out in offering tailored technical and specialized services to clients in many industries, including manufacturing, construction, healthcare, oil and gas, nuclear, city utilities, and more. 

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Rooted in Toledo, OH, but committed to going anywhere we’re needed —

We have over 150 years of combined experience in the field and our team of experts have served clients all over the U.S. and in countries abroad. We are passionate about simplifying the standards, policies, and citations put in place by the Occupational Safety and Health administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).

We always guarantee honest and open communication. Our team will go to bat for you in the court room in defense of your citation, implement effective safety programs on jobsites to control hazards, and support you with all the essential training and education necessary to foster a culture of safety for years to come. 

Take Flight with Cardinal

Partner with Cardinal Compliance today and experience a superior level of service, expertise, and dedication that have made us a trusted leader in the field. Together, we can achieve and maintain regulatory compliance, enhanced workplace safety, and safeguard the well-being of your organization and workforce.

It’s simple. Every worker deserves to feel protected and empowered with the right knowledge, equipment, and practices to perform their job and return home safely each night.

Meet Our Team

Dedicated Team Members

Richard Barcum CIH, CSP, CHMM, CIT

Richard Barcum CIH, CSP, CHMM, CIT

President/Owner

Heidi Barcum

Heidi Barcum

Office Manager/Owner

Michaela MacRitchie, CSP

Michaela MacRitchie, CSP

Director of EHS Services

Marc Corbett, CIH

Marc Corbett, CIH

Senior Industrial Hygienist

Testimonial

What People Say About Us

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See what our customers are saying about us.

The instructors were very knowledgeable and experienced which made it easier for them teach the lecture portion of the class without making it too tedious. The hands-on portion was very interesting. We were given tasks to perform while wearing various types of PPE. The jobs were designed to give us a sense of how hard it is to perform simple tasks while wearing high levels of PPE.
Darryl Crooks
City of Toledo
The instructors were very knowledgeable and experienced which made it easier for them teach the lecture portion of the class without making it too tedious. The hands-on portion was very interesting. We were given tasks to perform while wearing various types of PPE. The jobs were designed to give us a sense of how hard it is to perform simple tasks while wearing high levels of PPE.
Darryl Crooks | City of Toledo
Darryl Crooks
City of Toledo
Michaela was an awesome teacher. She made everything very easily understandable and was more than open to questions. When I brought up some concerns regarding the suits and health issues initially there was some push back. But the following day I was able to work with her, Rich, and my boss to come to a solution. From then on, she was more than flexible, and attentive to my needs. She continually encouraged and pushed my class to think critically for the best possible result. Jeff had a lot of helpful real-world experience which was a great additive to course. Though I wish he would've broken down some of the topics a little more.
Emily Manner
City of Toledo, Environmental Services
Michaela was an awesome teacher. She made everything very easily understandable and was more than open to questions. When I brought up some concerns regarding the suits and health issues initially there was some push back. But the following day I was able to work with her, Rich, and my boss to come to a solution. From then on, she was more than flexible, and attentive to my needs. She continually encouraged and pushed my class to think critically for the best possible result. Jeff had a lot of helpful real-world experience which was a great additive to course. Though I wish he would've broken down some of the topics a little more.
Emily Manner | City of Toledo, Environmental Services
Emily Manner
City of Toledo, Environmental Services
Great experience all around. All consultants are friendly, knowledgeable, & easy to work with. Very helpful in getting safety programs in place from the ground up. Would highly recommend for any safety related consulting.
Kirstin Nelson
ICC
Great experience all around. All consultants are friendly, knowledgeable, & easy to work with. Very helpful in getting safety programs in place from the ground up. Would highly recommend for any safety related consulting.
Kirstin Nelson | ICC
Kirstin Nelson
ICC
Here at the Innovation Center for O-I we have used Cardinal Compliances for years. We have had many training opportunities with them. Also had the pleasure to bring on Michaela MacRitchie as a consultant for a year. With her at the Innovation Center we were able to improve our EHS programs/ trainings.
Alex Grogg
OI
Here at the Innovation Center for O-I we have used Cardinal Compliances for years. We have had many training opportunities with them. Also had the pleasure to bring on Michaela MacRitchie as a consultant for a year. With her at the Innovation Center we were able to improve our EHS programs/ trainings.
Alex Grogg | OI
Alex Grogg
OI
Great training!
Scott Brickner
Mars Petcare
Great training!
Scott Brickner | Maintenance
Scott Brickner
Mars Petcare
Overall experience was good!
Craig Brickner
Mars Petcare
Overall experience was good!
Craig Brickner | Maintenance Lead Packing
Craig Brickner
Mars Petcare
Loved it. Ron is the man super easy to talk to and explain everything on our level of knowledge.
Ryley Spangler
Mars PET Care
Loved it. Ron is the man super easy to talk to and explain everything on our level of knowledge.
Ryley Spangler | Mechanical
Ryley Spangler
Mars PET Care
Ron is an excellent instructor!
Lucas Cotterman
Mars Petcare
Ron is an excellent instructor!
Lucas Cotterman | Maintenance
Lucas Cotterman
Mars Petcare
Rich is my favorite presenter of the content and maybe I was expecting that type of presentation and energy. I really felt the scenarios that applied the content is what really got folks engaged really made the training worthwhile. That is when it all started clicking and having the presenter walk around talking through it with us was helpful. Overall, glad our supervisors and managers attended the training.
Angela Ford
A-Gas
Rich is my favorite presenter of the content and maybe I was expecting that type of presentation and energy. I really felt the scenarios that applied the content is what really got folks engaged really made the training worthwhile. That is when it all started clicking and having the presenter walk around talking through it with us was helpful. Overall, glad our supervisors and managers attended the training.
Angela Ford | HR Manager
Angela Ford
A-Gas
Love it Ron is the man super easy to talk to and explain everything on our level of knowledge
Mars Petcare
Love it Ron is the man super easy to talk to and explain everything on our level of knowledge
Ryley Spangler | Mechanical
Mars Petcare
Cardinal Compliance Consultants provided exceptional expertise in conducting our confined space entry training. Their knowledgeable trainers delivered a comprehensive session, ensuring our employees understood the risks and safety measures involved. We highly recommend their services for top-notch training and compliance support.
John M.
Program Manager
Cardinal Compliance Consultants provided exceptional expertise in conducting our confined space entry training. Their knowledgeable trainers delivered a comprehensive session, ensuring our employees understood the risks and safety measures involved. We highly recommend their services for top-notch training and compliance support.
John M.
John M.
Program Manager
Cardinal Compliance Consultants' expert guidance in conducting our electrical safety program was invaluable. They meticulously assessed our needs, provided tailored solutions, and assisted with employee training, ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations. Their professionalism and dedication to our success exceeded our expectations.
Sarah D.
Safety Manager
Cardinal Compliance Consultants' expert guidance in conducting our electrical safety program was invaluable. They meticulously assessed our needs, provided tailored solutions, and assisted with employee training, ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations. Their professionalism and dedication to our success exceeded our expectations.
Sarah D.
Sarah D.
Safety Manager
Thanks to Cardinal Compliance Consultants' lockout/tagout program development, we have successfully implemented effective safety procedures across our facilities. Their thorough approach, attention to detail, and clear documentation made the entire process seamless. We greatly appreciate their commitment to enhancing our safety practices.
Mark R.
Operations Manager
Thanks to Cardinal Compliance Consultants' lockout/tagout program development, we have successfully implemented effective safety procedures across our facilities. Their thorough approach, attention to detail, and clear documentation made the entire process seamless. We greatly appreciate their commitment to enhancing our safety practices.
Mark R.
Mark R.
Operations Manager
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