07/25/2017- Today we toured our member company, Merit Medical. When Merit Medical was founded in 1987, they set out to build the world’s most customer-focused healthcare company by understanding their customer’s needs, and innovating and delivering a diverse range of products that improve the lives of people, families, and communities. Merit Medical develops, manufactures, and distributes disposable medical devices used particularly in cardiology, radiology and endoscopy. Merit Medical has been a member of the Utah Safety Council since 1992. Thank you to Scott Davis for the great tour!
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07/20/2017- Today we toured US Synthetic Corporation. They make long-lasting diamond inserts for applications in down-hole drilling tools. US Synthetic presses its own polycrystalline diamond and finishes each part to exact specifications to give customers confidence that their high-performance product will hold up under extreme conditions. US Synthetic is a family-oriented company with a unique culture that fosters innovation, service, and quality. Thank you Ryan and Oakley for the wonderful tour!
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07/18/2017- Today, we helped clean up Redwood Road as part of the Adopt-a-Highway program. The other half of our group participated last week. Together, we're helping to keep Salt Lake City beautiful! However, it's safe to say- we're ready for some cooler weather!
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07/14/2017- We dropped off doughnuts to Sysco Intermountain to say thank you for celebrating National Safety Month. And thank you to Tammy for giving us a great tour of the facility. We appreciate all they do to keep their employees safe each day!
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07/12/2017- Today, we dropped off some treats to Cardinal Health to say thank you for celebrating National Safety Month. Karsten and Nick gave us a great tour of their facility. They take safety very seriously- but have a great time doing so! We appreciate their involvement with National Safety Month, and their continued dedication to creating a safe workplace for every employee.
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06/28/2017- The month of June was a busy safety month for the West Valley Cardinal Health Med DC. Throughout the month, they conducted several safety activities, including multiple emergency drills, trainings, and safety-related games.
Most employees would agree that the PPE race was the most entertaining. They broke the staff up into two teams. The teams then had to help dress their fellow employees in PPE (e.g., face shield, apron, booties, nitrile gloves) and respond to a pretend liquid spill. The first team to have every one of their teammates respond to the spill fully dressed in PPE was the winner.
Overall, it was great month. Employees not only gained some important information about safety both at work and at home, they had fun doing it.
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06/28/2017- Today we toured MityLite, a global manufacturer of professionally designed, highly durable furniture products. MityLite opened their doors in 1987 and are celebrating 30 years this year. MityLite’s products include chairs, tables, carts, dance floors, staging and partitions. We really enjoyed seeing their process from start to finish. MityLite has been a member of the Utah Safety Council since 2014. Thank you to Joey Anderson for the great tour!
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06/27/2017- Sysco has had a great time with National Safety Month! Each week, a different department put up a display to represent that week’s topic. Posters and 5-minute talks were sent out weekly with a topic word search. Then, they had a safety month BBQ with drawings for prizes for all who participated in the weekly word search. We appreciate their participation and commitment to keeping their employees safe!
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06/26/2017- Today we toured the SME Steel facility in West Jordan. A big thanks to Scott Davis, Carma Scott and the rest of their safety team for giving us the opportunity to see how they utilize the most up-to-date sophisticated equipment available in their industry. The SME Steel core values guide their long-term strategies and short-term actions to unlock human and element potential as they help build the skylines where the world comes together to work, live, and play. SME Steel has been a member of the Utah Safety Council since 2002!
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06/22/2017- What a great turnout for our Women in Safety event! We focused on active shooter training, including practical steps you can take during an emergency. This classroom portion was followed by a hands-on self-defense lesson.
A big thank you to Wyatt, Steve & Lawrence from Utah Highway Patrol for teaching such valuable information! - Learn More About Women in Safety
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06/21/2017- Boeing Salt Lake, in celebration of National Safety Month and continuing to ensure the safety of employees at work and home, has deployed a Seatbelt Safety Awareness check. Site employees in collaboration with the employee led Go for Zero team organized a Seatbelt Awareness Campaign to remind each other of the impending dangers of not using seatbelts. On selected days employees volunteer to greet employees on their way out of the parking lot to remind them of the importance of wearing seat belts. We appreciate their continued efforts to keep their employees safe! - Learn More About National Safety Month
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06/21/2017- Today we attended an event at Nikola Headquarters to learn about "The Future of Trucking Safety & Technology." We learned about industry-leading trucking technology being developed in right here in Utah.
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06/20/2017- We joined our members at WCF for their third annual safety summit in honor of Utah Workplace Safety Week. Presenters spoke about the best practices in safety and how to implement effective safety programs. The WCF safety award winners presented real life how-to's for effective safety programs.
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06/19/2017- Today we toured the Post Consumer Brands facility in Tremonton. A big thanks to Kris Harrop and Mark Suchan for showing us what goes into the manufacturing process for their cereal products. Post Consumer Brands has been a member of the Utah Safety Council since 2006. They have a strong commitment to keeping their employees safe and have achieved the OSHA VPP status.
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06/19/2017- Today we kicked off Utah Workplace Safety Week with a press conference from WCF Insurance featuring Senator Karen Mayne. The event was held at Operating Engineers in West Valley. As part of the kickoff, we had the opportunity to learn how to operate the "big iron"- safely, of course! What a fun way to kick off the third week of National Safety Month!
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06/15/2017- Today we toured Easton Sports with Jacques Garcia, Easton’s Safety Director. Easton has been a member of the Utah Safety Council for 16 years, and they have put their membership benefits to good use. While we toured their facility, Jacques shared their well-organized safety plans and procedures. They definitely do a great job in making safety a priority, as they are a distribution center with many employees working from great heights with large equipment. Thank you, Jacques, for taking the time to show us around your facility today!
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06/09/2017- Thank you to everyone who came to our Night Out with the Salt Lake Bees! And thanks SO much to State Farm for presenting our Home & Community program with a check for $25,000! We greatly appreciate their support and look forward to using these funds to help grow our free Home & Community programs.
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06/05/2017- For the past month, Whitney Riddle from Channing Hall Middle School has been fundraising to buy her school their first AED. Today, she stopped by our office to pick it up!
For her fundraiser, she asked her family, friends, and neighbors to donate by buying heart bracelets that she made. Whitney will also receive her Girl Scouts Bronze Award for completing this fundraiser.
We are so proud of Whitney's commitment to making her school a safer place!
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05/23/2017- Today, Alaina Huestis with Snowbird Ski Resort received her Advanced Safety Certificate. Alaina said that by spending so much time at work, your coworkers become your family, and safety is a great way to show them you care. Way to go Alaina!
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05/12/2017- Paige Christensen with Salt Lake City Department of Airport received his Certificate in OSHA Compliance today. Through completing the Certificate of OSHA Compliance Courses, Paige has been able to stay in-the-know on standard updates and other changing regulations. Congratulations!
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05/08/2017- Today, we had the privilege to tour our new member company, Edge Eyewear. We enjoyed learning more about their training programs and their positive impact in keeping workers safe- in the workplace and outside of it. Edge Eyewear is a local company based out of Layton known for its exceptionally designed products, marketing literature, displays, website, and packaging. We are excited to have Edge join us as members and look forward to working more with them in the future!
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05/04/2017- The Governor's Summit provided us with a valuable opportunity to network with community leaders and our local member companies while learning about Utah's advancements in energy conservation. Governor Gary R. Herbert was the featured speaker.
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04/26/2017- For almost a year now, Salt Lake Community College has been providing useful skills trainings to refugees who are new to our country. These trainings have given the refugees the chance to learn new skills that are useful for the jobs they need to support their families.
There is a warehouse set of trainings at the College that the Utah Safety Council is proud to take part in. We specifically have been asked to provide forklift training for those who go through this refugee program. It is inspiring to see these people from so far away come away with skills that help kick-start their new lives here. This group just received their Forklift Operator Certifications over the weekend.
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04/14/2017- Congratulations to Niles Bartleson with Big Iron, Keith Bali with WL Plastics, and Daniel Rose with Big-D Construction for receiving their Advanced Safety Certificates today. Niles, Keith, and Daniel have all enjoyed the Advanced Safety courses and they hope to use the skills they have learned to further safety in their companies. Great work, guys!
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04/13/2017- Today we had the privilege of touring Yesco Electric Sign Company. Founded in 1920 by Thomas Young, this company has grown to be one of the leading sign-making companies in the nation. We were able to explore where the sign designs are created and approved, and then move on to see their manufacturing warehouse where the action takes place. They do everything from small neon signs to humungous billboards. Thank you, Paula, for the fascinating tour today!
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04/12/2017- The 2017 Utah Manufacturers Association & Utah Mining Association Conference was a great event to attend. The first keynote speaker was Richard Massey with SnugZ. Richard shared a tragic, but real-life, incident that occurred here in Utah just a year ago. His main point was that safety can throw you a curve-ball and it’s important to be prepared for anything, even if the odds of an incident happening are low.
The second keynote speaker was Mercedes Ramirez Johnson. She spoke about her own story of being only one of four survivors in a devastating plane crash in Colombia. She emphasized the importance of living life to the fullest and being cognitively aware of what you’re doing at work. She mentioned that if the minds of the pilots flying her plane had been focused, they could have avoided getting off their route and crashing.
The conference had several breakout sessions as well. Some of the topics covered were Behavioral Safety, Amputations, Safety Training Techniques, and Workplace Incentive Programs to name a few. The Mining Conference provides a great opportunity to learn more from some excellent safety leaders in our community.
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04/06/2017- Congratulations to Sara Curry for completing her Certificate in OSHA Compliance! She, like many of her other BROWZ coworkers, has worked hard to achieve this goal and will continue working hard to promote safety in her life and the lives of others. Learn More
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04/06/2017- What a fun meeting with Women in Safety! We started with an inspiring presentation by Karma Thomson, Vice President of Tesoro's Salt Lake City Refinery. Following the meeting, we had the opportunity to tour Tesoro’s Salt Lake City Refinery. A big thanks to Karma for her presentation, and to Tesoro for being the official sponsor of Women in Safety! Learn More
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04/04/2017- Tonight, we participated in the Tooele Youth Summit. The intention of this Summit is to bring parents and students together in a forum that educates, inspires, and provides resources and information on a variety of needs and subjects. We discussed our Alive at 25 program for young drivers and how the program can improve driving skills.
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03/31/2017- Scott Wardrop (with Rocky Mountain Power), Dave Nickerson (with Rocky Mountain Power), and Jeff Betton (with Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District) all received their Advanced Safety Certificate today! Congratulations on this achievement and for all your hard work!
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03/27/2017- We were able to meet yesterday with a few members of Snaplock’s safety team for a tour of their warehouse. Snaplock manufactures flooring tiles for sporting events, dance floors, garages and other activities. The tiles just snap together and are easy to set up and disassemble. Snaplock is very dedicated to safety and they work hard to continue producing their high-quality product while maintaining a safe atmosphere for employees. They recently joined as members with the Utah Safety Council and we look forward to continue working together to further safety in their organization. Thanks for a great tour!
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03/24/2017- Today, Jeff Willden with UDOT, Tysic Cummings with Browz, and Justin Jacobsen with Foreland Refining all received their Certificate in OSHA Compliance. They have all worked hard to achieve this accomplishment and have seen the value in furthering their education and dedication in safety. Congratulations! Learn More About Our Safety Certificate Programs
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03/03/2017- Now accepting registrations for sponsors & golfers at the 3rd Annual Crazy Pants Golf Tournament! Join us May 19th at Thanksgiving Point Golf Course for a fun day of golfing, giveaways, and crazy pants! Last year this tournament sold out, so don't wait to register. All proceeds benefit our Home & Community programs. Learn More
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03/02/2017- Thank you to everyone who attended our first Utah Safety Conference & Expo on February 28th & March 1st at the South Towne Expo Center. And a special thanks to all of our sponsors, exhibitors, and presenters- we couldn't have done it without you all! Stay tuned for pictures coming soon. We hope to see you all next year at the 2018 Utah Safety Conference & Expo.
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03/02/2017- Cody Leishman, Mike Taylor, Jill Bruneau, and Miles Wells were kind enough to take us on a tour of the BlenderBottle office and warehouse. Their office is filled with friendly staff and has a beautiful interior design. In fact, they are so full, that they are about to complete another building next door! BlenderBottle ships their product to 70 countries over the world and are available in 57,000 retail locations in the U.S. alone. They've been members of the Utah Safety Council for almost a month now and we are excited to continue working with them throughout the year. Thanks for the tour!
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02/23/2017- Chad Bryner and Bryan Cox took us on an incredible tour of Utah Air National Guard. From the search and secure helicopters to the on-base fire station and 151st air refueling wing, you can tell Utah Air National Guard is serious about safety. The 151st Air Refueling Wing not only extends a global reach through operations such as air refueling and aeromedical evacuations, but is also ready to extend a domestic response to any national or state emergencies as directed by the governor of Utah. They have been a member of Utah Safety Council since 2005 and continue to excel in what they do. Thank you for a great experience!
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02/09/2017- Brody McDonald took us on a tour today of Marko Foam. Marko Foam specializes in the latest fabrication and custom-molding production technologies and is the only West Coast company that designs and manufactures specialty expandable materials. Marko Foam has been a member of the Utah Safety Council for 10 years! Thank you Marko Foam for making safety a priority in your company.
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02/03/2017- Brian Quarnberg with UDOT received his Certificate in OSHA Compliance today. Thank you for your dedication to safety, Brian!
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01/26/2017- Dave Smith, Principal Project Safety Advisor from Holly Frontier, took our staff on a tour of the Woods Cross refinery. Holly Frontier was originally incorporated in 1947 and has grown rapidly and was listed as one of the 150th largest companies in the U.S. by Fortune Magazine in 2013. Holly Frontier has been a member of the Utah Safety Council since 1995 and sends many employees and contractors through our safety classes. It was great to see our training put into action as we toured the facility. We learned so much about their process and their dedication to safety. Thank you Holly Frontier for a great experience!
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01/19/2017- Ron Irby and Kim Balcerzak took us on an incredible tour of Boeing. Boeings goal for employee safety are clear and simple; Go for Zero – One Day at a Time. They do an amazing job at making sure that safety is a #1 priority. We are proud to partner with Boeing for their safety needs. Boeing has been a member of the Utah Safety Council since 2009.
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01/18/2017- In 2016, US mining deaths dropped to another new low. Preliminary data released by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Mine Safety and Health Administration indicate that in 2016, 26 miners died in work-related accidents at the nation’s mines – down from 29 in 2015. The figure represents the lowest number of mining deaths ever recorded and only the second year that mining deaths dropped below 30. We hope to see this number reach zero in the future and will continue to do our part to keep our miners safe! To learn more about our miner safety training programs, click here.
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01/13/2017- Terry Benson with Hoyt Archery received his Advanced Safety Certificate today. He is the first one in 2017 to receive it!! Way to go Terry!!
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01/06/2017- Colton McSwain with Foreland Refining received his Certificate in OSHA Compliance today. Colton and his coworkers work together, applying the skills they have learned through the OSHA Compliance Award Series, to enhance their safety practices at their company. Great job Colton!
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12/16/2016 - Joy Glad with Detroit Diesel, Hanh Ngo with OC Tanner, Mark Smith with Caldera Engineering, and Gabe Trujillo with A-Core have joined the elite group of those to complete their National Safety Council’s Advanced Safety Certificate. We commend Joy, Hanh, Mark, and Gabe for their dedication and time they have put in towards achieving their awards.
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12/15/2016 - Jay Jensen, Director of Public Safety, took us on a beautiful tour of Snowbird. Jay has been with the company for 37 years and helped us learn more about their safety programs and training. Snowbird has been a member of the Utah Safety Council for over 25 years and we greatly appreciate their dedication to safety!
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12/8/2016 - We had the opportunity to tour the South Valley Water Reclamation Facility. It was a fascinating and educational experience. Not only did they spend time showing us their facility, their employees also participated in “Members Give Back” by collecting items and raising money to donate to the Christmas Box House.
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12/02/2016 - Cory Cannon with Joy Global and Nathan Farrer with Granger-Hunter Improvement District have joined the elite group of those to complete their National Safety Council’s Advanced Safety Certificate. We commend Cory and Nathan for their dedication and time they have put in towards achieving their awards.
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11/30/2016 - We had a great time decorating Christmas trees, playing games, and drinking cocoa with the children at The Christmas Box House in Salt Lake City. The Christmas Box International provides assistance to prevent child abuse and services to improve the quality of life for children who have been abused, neglected or abandoned. It's amazing what this organization does for these kids- so glad we got to help out. Would you like to help, too? We will be collecting donations for these emergency shelters through December. – Learn More
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11/07/2016 - Alaina Huestis from Snowbird Ski Resort and Chris Hadley with Foreland Refining Corporation both completed their Certificate in OSHA Compliance today. They have both learned a lot in their safety courses, making it easier to get people on board with safety plans and procedures. Wonderful job Alaina and Chris!
10/28/2016 - Dan Maxwell with Tesoro Logistics and Andrew D’Ambra from Big-D Construction received their Advanced Safety Certificates. Like many others, they have worked hard to achieve this goal, and we congratulate them for their diligence. Way to go Dan and Andrew!
10/25/2016 - Today, Dave Karpowitz gave several of our staff members a tour of the Associated Foods Corporate Headquarters and warehouse in Salt Lake City. It was great to see how much goes into what they do every day. Associated Foods has been a member with the Utah Safety Council since 2007 and we appreciate their support.
10/24/2016 - Jackie Collins from Cardinal Health received her Office Safety Certificate today. She has been able to take back what she has learned from the Office Safety Courses to help make improvements within the company. Way to go, Jackie!
10/12/2016 - We had the opportunity to meet with RJ Holland who took us on an eye opening tour of Edwards Lifesciences. We were amazed at their technology. Edwards Lifesciences is the global leader in patient-focused medical innovations for structural heart disease, as well as critical care and surgical monitoring. Driven by a passion to help patients, the company collaborates with the world’s leading clinicians and researchers to address unmet healthcare needs, working to improve patient outcomes and enhance lives. Edwards Lifesciences has been a member of the Utah Safety Council since 2015.
10/10/2016 - Mark Rice took us on an educational tour of Cytozyme. Cytozyme had been a member of the Utah Safety Council since 2013. Since 1975, Cytozyme has empowered progressive growers around the world to achieve sustainable yield and quality increases through high performance crop solutions. Their naturally derived products help to ensure optimal food production, grower profitability, and environmental health.
02/28/2017 - 03/01/2017 - We are excited to announce that we will be hosting our first annual safety conference next year! The conference will feature breakout sessions, keynote speakers, networking luncheons, and an expo highlighting the latest in safety products and services. We believe this is just one more way we can help you meet your safety needs. - Learn More
10/03/2016 - John Celaya with Alpha Packaging received his Advanced Safety Certificate today. He has been working on it for a couple of years and through the classes he has taken, has been able to reduce injuries at work. Way to go, John!
9/28/2016 - We were proud to welcome Deborah Hersman, President of the National Safety Council to a special luncheon with our new Women in Safety group. Ms. Hersman presented "Five Leadership Lessons" at the Little America during this meeting. Thank you to all of the women who joined us! Stay tuned for information about future events. - Learn More
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09/27/2016 - Jerine and Lisa took us on a fantastic tour through Lofthouse Cookies. Lofthouse Cookies has been a member of the Utah Safety Council since 2005. Lofthouse Cookies landed on local grocer’s shelves in 1994. Mixed from a family recipe handed down from generation to generation, Lofthouse Cookies quickly became known as that moist and delicious sugar cookie with the sweet fluffy frosting.
09/23/2016 - We attended the Forklift Rodeo at BMC West. It is a competition between the forklift drivers where they can show off their skills at different stations. There was everything from pallet maneuvering to dropping a quarter into a plastic bottle. Although it was cold and rainy, there was a good turn-out and everyone had a great time. Way to go to the skilled forklift operators of BMC West!
09/21/2016 - We enjoyed our tour of Olson’s Greenhouse with Randall Barker and Shannon Deason. We were amazed at how large their beautiful greenhouses are, and how much work goes into growing so many plants. Olson’s has been a member of the Utah Safety Council for over ten years - and they take safety just as seriously as we do!
09/18-28/2016 - Nearly 80% of child safety seats are used incorrectly! The two minutes you take each time you buckle up your child correctly can save their life. There will be several checkpoints held throughout the month to help you learn how to correctly install your carseat. Click here for for car seat safety information.
09/13/2016 - Troy Worthen and Michele Brewer, the safety managers for Wheeler Machinery took us on a fantastic tour of their facility in Salt Lake City. Wheeler Machinery Co. has been a member of the Utah Safety Council since 2007. Safety is one of Wheeler Machinery Co.’s Guiding Principles. In 2007, Wheeler hit a milestone of working 1-million hours without a lost-time accident, and has done so multiple times since. Wheeler is currently the number one Cat Dealer in North America for safety.
09/13/2016 - We attended the Moreton & Company Employee Health and Wellness Fair. There were about 100 employees show up throughout the day and this gave us a great opportunity to talk about the Utah Safety Council and the training that we provide. We were able to highlight our Traffic Safety Seminar, Women in Safety, and our work with the Christmas Box House.
09/13/2016 - The Utah Safety Council has partnered with the American Concrete Institute Intermountain Chapter to present this lunch seminar at Scheels. Early registration is only $20. - Register Now
08/19/2016 - We celebrated 80 years of Safety at this year's Annual Meeting and Awards Luncheon. Not only did we give out a record number of awards, we also had the most number of first time winners, and we set a record attendance of 500! Congratulations to all of our winners – See pictures from this event and a list of all of the award recipients.
08/15/2016 - Today, our President Rod Hamson joined Brian Carlson on Good Morning Utah to talk about amusement park safety. Several recent incidents at amusement parks across the country have people concerned about safety. Rod spoke about the safety of Utahns in regard to these recent tragedies.
08/13/2016 - Join us on Saturday, August 13th from 8am-12pm at 455 S 500 E in Salt Lake City in the Smiths' Food and Drug parking lot. We will be safety collection old medication. - Learn more about poison prevention.
08/05/2016 - The Utah Safety Council celebrated their 80th Birthday along with Bumble of the Salt Lake Bees. This was a fun evening watching the Salt Lake Bees, and sharing our safety message with members of the community. Click here to view pictures of this event.
07/27/2016 - We toured the High West Distillery in Wanship, Utah. We met with Kent Cheesman, Head of Operations, Erik Fitchett, Distillery Manager, and Christian Smith, Compliance Specialist. We learned about the science behind whiskey- how it’s distilled, how the aging process works, and how the final product is bottled by a small assembly line of employees. High West takes great pride in their product, from the way the whiskey is made, to the unique glass they use to bottle it. We appreciate their dedication to creating a safe working environment while producing such an exceptional product. High West Distillery has been a member of the Utah Safety Council since 2015.
07/26/2016 - We recently toured the wonderful mattress-making company, Purple. Roberto Gaertner, Director of Supply Chain, showed us around their facility, where we learned how their incredibly comfy mattresses are made. Purple is a new member of ours, having joined in June of this year, and we are excited to see them grow and help strengthen their safety program.
07/15/2016 - We had another great turnout for our Women in Safety group! A big thanks to Kandee Mayo for presenting about Reasonable Suspicion. Join us for lunch on September 28th at the Little American where we will have the pleasure of listening to Deborah Hersman, President of the National Safety Council speak with our group. - Register Now.
07/01/2016 - Maximum penalties for OSHA violations are set to increase for the first time since 1990 as part of overall federal penalty adjustments mandated by Congress last year. The increases were announced June 30, 2016 by the Department of Labor, which issued two interim rules covering penalty adjustments for several DOL agencies, including OSHA, the Mine Safety and Health Administration and Wage and Hour Division. – Read More
06/29/2016 - Congratulations to Rachel Hiatt the Home and Community Safety Program Manager. After attending a week long course she is now a certified car seat technician. Do you need help properly installing your car seat? Contact Rachel she can help.
06/26/2016 - Stress is a legitimate worker safety and health issue, experts say. It affects men and women, new and experienced, across every industry. But few employers in the United States seem willing to tackle job stress as a safety concern. – Read More
06/26/2016 - Personal protective equipment is designed to keep employees safe every day at work, and is often the last line of defense against injury or death. PPE manufacturers were asked three questions: What PPE trends are happening now, what challenges are your customers reaching out to you with, and what technological innovations are here or on the horizon? Here are their responses.
06/24/2016 - Every day, regardless of the weather, waste and recycling workers start their trucks and make the rounds. They run constantly, lifting heavy containers and jumping on and off moving vehicles. In a heat wave such as the one that’s gripped many states lately, they need to build up endurance, drink plenty of water and take rest breaks, preferably in a cool or shady spot. – Read More
06/22/2016 - Chad Ford, Plant Manager and Safety Manager for Sweet Candy Company, gave us a wonderful tour of their facility. Sweet Candy has been a member of the Utah Safety Council since 2010. Sweet Candy Company is one of the oldest family-owned and operated candy companies in the United States. Sweet Candy Company has been making quality taffy, milk chocolate and dark chocolate Orange Sticks, and cinnamon bears for almost 120 years. We were amazed to watch the process! Thank you Sweet Candy Company.
06/15/2016 - Sara Hernández, MSHA/UITC Program manager for the Utah Safety Council was able to assist with the Price Mine Rescue Competition. This was a great competition and she enjoyed seeing how dedicated these workers are to safety. They are highly trained and ready to help in the event of an emergency. - Learn more about our MSHA programs.
06/16/2016 - In 1980, Charles T. Morecraft was an employee of Exxon Corporation. He was a good, dedicated employee - just like hundreds of thousands of other blue-collar workers. After more than 15 years’ experience on the job, he knew all the rules and safety regulations...and the shortcuts around them, too. He was certain that nothing could go wrong when a seasoned worker like him was in control, and he was right - until he was critically injured in an explosion. Anyone who hears Charlie’s story will be deeply moved and motivated to never again take safety for granted. - Learn More and Register Today!
06/14/2016 - NIOSH has developed a mobile app to help miners assess the ergonomics of three mining tasks: bagging, maintenance and repair, and haul truck operations. – Learn More and Download the App
06/13/2016 - We were recently given the great opportunity to tour Daily’s Premium Meats, members of ours since 1995. Richard Millet, Daily’s Safety Manager, showed us around their facility, and we were able to see how their delicious bacon is made. It was great to see the efforts they make to keep their employees safe in such a labor-intensive environment. Our favorite part was smelling like bacon for the rest of the day! Thanks to Richard and the team at Daily’s Premium Meats for a great tour.
06/09/2016 - We’d like to congratulate Charles Cram from Little Giant Ladders for completing his Office Safety Certificate. He earned it today by completing the Office Ergonomics course.
05/27/2016 - Jim Espeland, Safety Manager for Cambelt International Corporation, gave us a fascinating tour of their facility. Jim has been with Cambelt for over 26 years and knows all the ins and outs of the company. We were amazed at how much work and care goes into producing each conveyor to provide customers with the highest quality and most durable product of its kind. We also learned more about rubber than we ever thought there was to learn! Thanks, Jim, for letting us get to know more about your company. Cambelt International Corporation has been a member of the Utah Safety Council since 1998.
05/24/2016 - In the construction industry, precision matters – corners need to be square, lines have to be level and plans must be followed. Following the rules keeps buildings and people safe. But when construction companies cut corners, workers often pay the price. - Read More
05/23/2016 - Help protect your employees as we head into the summer driving season by reminding them to buckle up. Align your traffic safety efforts with the "Click It or Ticket" campaign, May 23 - June 5! Each year in Utah, it is estimated that more than 100 lives are saved on the roads, and an additional 50 lives would have been saved “if only” a seat belt was worn. Wearing a seat belt is not optional, it's the law. Watch the press conference launching this campaign. Share this seat belt video at your next safety meeting.
05/22/2016 - The National Safety Council has a team of consultants who travel across the country – and the world – to visit worksites and conduct safety audits. But no matter where each team member is, chances are good that he or she will spot one or more of these seven common safety hazards. – Read More
05/22/2016 - Employees in their first month on the job have more than 3 times the risk for a lost-time injury than workers who have been at their job for more than a year. – Read More
05/23/2016 - Injuries related to material handling account for nearly one-third of total workers’ compensation claims, while strains and sprains are the most common type of work-related injury, according to a report from insurance provider Travelers Companies. - Read the full text article.
05/18/2016 - We had the opportunity to tour Triumph Gear Systems in Park City with their safety managers, Leon Paskett and Kendall Thaxton. Triumph Gear Systems has been a member of the Utah Safety Council since 2008. Triumph Gear Systems designs, tests and manufactures accessory drive transmissions. Their products can be found on some the world’s best known aircrafts and military vehicles.
05/15/2016 - National EMS Week is celebrated May 15-21, where communities come together to honor the dedication of those who provide the day-to-day lifesaving services of medicine’s “front line.” This month we would like to honor two of our EMT instructors. Golden Barrett has served as a professional firefighter and EMT for over 17 years. He is currently the Training Specialist for Hill Air Force Base Fire Department. With 12 years of instructing emergency care courses, Golden has been teaching for the Utah Safety Council for over five years. Brandon Woods started teaching for the Utah Safety Council one year ago. He has served as a professional firefighter and EMT for over 18 years. He is currently with the Ogden Fire Department, and has been teaching emergency care courses for 12 years. We are proud to have knowledgeable EMS professionals as instructors for the Utah Safety Council. Thank you for all you do in the communities you serve and for us at the Utah Safety Council.
05/07/2016 - Wearing pink, the Utah Safety Council was privileged to help with the Susan G. Koman Race for the Cure on Saturday. We helped this great organization before the race day update their Emergency Response Plan. Then on the race day we shared our safety message with members of the community. We really enjoyed this event and we look forward to future opportunities where we can help increase the safety here in Utah.
05/02/2016 - This week, May 2-6, 2016, is the third annual National Safety Stand-Down. The event is a nationwide effort to remind and educate employers and workers in the construction industry of the serious dangers of falls that remain the leading cause of death in the industry. Employers are encouraged to pause during their workday for topic discussions, demonstrations, and training on how to recognize hazards and prevent falls. – Learn More
05/02/2016 - OSHA has published a new chapter in the OSHA Technical Manual. Chapter 4, Section V, "Fall Protection in Construction," provides OSHA inspectors with technical information critical in evaluating fall hazards and abatement methods in the construction industry. This chapter includes key information on fall prevention, hazard assessment, and detailed images on protection equipment. - Read More
05/02/2016 - Two employers were recently cited by OSHA in unrelated incidents for failing to properly protect their employees from the threat of workplace violence. OSHA cited Jay Management Inc. for a general duty clause violation after a worker at a convenience store was fatally shot during a robbery. For more information, read the entire brief. In another incident, OSHA cited Integrated Life Choices Inc., which cares for developmentally challenged persons, with a general duty clause violation for exposing employees to workplace violence hazards at its facility. Learn more about Workplace Violence and attend the Utah Safety Council Planning and Management Course. - Register Today
04/29/2016 - A big thank you to Lisette Martinez from Mountain View Mushrooms for showing us around your facility. Mountain View Mushrooms has been a member of the Utah Safety Council for five years. We appreciate their dedication to safety and enjoyed learning about the production of tasty mushrooms!
04/29/2016 - We’d like to congratulate Megan McInnes from Browz LLC for completing her Certificate in OSHA Compliance Award. She earned it today by completing the Hazard Communication course.
04/28/2016 - Today is Workers' Memorial Day, a day to remember workers who have died on the job and honor them by continuing to fight for improved worker safety. In 2013, 4,585 workers were killed on the job. When it comes to workplace fatalities and injuries, the only acceptable number is zero. The Utah Safety Council is committed to creating safer workplaces so that each day workers may return home safely to their loved ones.
04/25/2016 - Several Utah Safety Council staff members were lucky enough to tour the Smithfield Foods facility in Salt Lake City. Smithfield Foods has been a member with the Utah Safety Council since 2013. Candace Collins-Stringham, Safety Manager, took our group around the facility and it was fascinating to see the amount of work that goes into making sure their meats are of the highest quality and their facility is spotless. Smithfield Foods has made every effort to ensure the health and safety of all of their employees and it was a great experience. Thank you to Smithfield Foods for giving us a tour and for showing us how dedicated you are to your employees' safety.
04/22/2016 - The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health released a study in its Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report on hearing impairment among noise-exposed workers in the United States. This study confirms and quantifies the prevalence of hearing loss among employees of nine major industry sectors. The mining, construction and manufacturing industries had the highest prevalence of workers with any hearing impairment or moderate to severe hearing impairment. Occupational hearing loss, primarily caused by high noise exposure, is the most common U.S. work-related illness. NIOSH estimates that 22 million U.S. workers are exposed to hazardous occupational noise. For more information, see OSHA's Occupational Noise Exposure webpage. - Read More
04/22/2016 - Congratulations to Jameson Muller from Browz LLC. He received his Certificate in OSHA Compliance today.
04/21/2016 - We were given the opportunity to take a tour through Utah’s Hogle Zoo. We couldn’t have chosen a better day, the sun was shining, the weather was warm and the baby animals were out and ready to play. We would like to thank Mike Johnston, the Zoo’s Security and Safety Manager, for giving us our own personal guided tour, Mike has been working with the zoo for nearly 30 years. During our visit we discussed the animal exhibits and how they’ve transitioned over the years, the different safety programs they have in place, and of course…the animals. Thank you again to the Hogle Zoo, for inviting us to visit.
04/08/2016 - Congratulations to Philip Krippner from Dugway Proving Grounds and Brent Beach from UDOT for completing their Advanced Safety Certificates.
04/06/2016 - We had the opportunity to tour Nelson Laboratories in Salt Lake City with Sharon Bishop, Chief Safety Officer. Nelson Laboratories has been a member of the Utah Safety Council since 1999. Nelson Laboratories, a unit of Sterigenics International LLC, is a leading provider of microbiological testing and consulting services for MedTech companies.Their motto is; “When good science leads to good business, that's The Science of Success."
04/01/2016 - OSHA has issued a final rule that revises requirements for face and eye protection for workers in general industry, construction and longshoring, as well as at shipyards and marine terminals. The final rule incorporates the most recent national consensus standards approved by the American National Standards Institute and is intended to make sure employees use the most current face and eye protection. - Read More
03/31/2016 - We had the opportunity to tour Smithfield Hog Production in Milford, Utah with Chancey Carter, Safety Specialist. Smithfield has been a member of the Utah Safety Council since 2012. Smithfield is a global food company committed to high-quality food, environmental leadership, employee safety, animal welfare and the community
03/24/2016 - OSHA has released its final rule on protecting workers from exposure to silica, marking the agency's first updated regulation for the material since 1971. The agency estimates that the rule will save more than 600 lives and prevent more than 900 cases of silicosis – an incurable lung disease – each year. The rule also is intended to help protect against lung cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and kidney disease. – Read the full report.
03/18/2016 - Congratulations to Alex Dalpe and James Curtis from Browz, Isaac Jewkes from Hunt Electric, and Brett Davis from Provo City Power for completing their Certificates in OSHA Compliance.
03/17/2016 - Since January 1, 2015, employers have been required to report any severe work-related injury – defined as a hospitalization, amputation or loss of an eye – within 24 hours. The first year of OSHA injury reporting requirements helped the OSHA agency engage with employers and focus resources where needed. During the first full year of a new reporting requirement, employers reported 10,388 severe injuries, including 7,636 hospitalizations. – Read the full report
03/11/2016 - Congratulations to Zach Mayhew from 4Life Research and Bob Bushell from The Great Salt Lake Brine Shrimp Cooperative for completing their Advanced Safety Certificates. We appreciate their dedication to keeping their employees safe.
03/09/2016 - We had the opportunity to tour the Detroit Diesel Remanufacturing plant in Tooele with Joy Glad, Safety and Environmental Compliance Engineer. Detroit Diesel has been a loyal member of the Utah Safety Council since 1989. We are grateful for companies like Detroit Diesel and safety professionals like Joy Glad who work tirelessly to find innovative ways to keep their employees safe.
03/01/2016 - We had the opportunity to tour Younqiue with Sarah Martinez. Younique has been a member of the Utah Safety Council since August 2014. Although Younique was only founded in 2012, it has grown into an international business with a goal for women around the world to feel “valued, smart, and empowered.” We enjoyed witnessing Younique’s dedication to safety and their employees!
02/19/2016 - We had the opportunity to tour doTERRA campus with Russell Pueblo. doTERRA has been a member of the Utah Safety Council since 2014. Although doTERRA was just recently founded in 2008, it has become a beacon of growth for Utah businesses. With over 1,700 employees located at the Pleasant Grove campus, the doTERRA safety team is hard at work to keep safety a top priority.
02/18/2016 - We had the opportunity to tour Komatsu with Robert Weston, Safety Manager. Komatsu is a mining and construction equipment manufacturer. They continuously strive to be the industry leader in health and safety performance. They encourage all of their employees and vendors to "Make Safety a Value" and to believe in and own the vision of a "Total Safety Culture". Komatsu has been a member of the Utah Safety Council since 2007.
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02/15/2016 - OSHA, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health and the Center for Construction Research and Training have announced May 2-6, 2016, as the official week for the third annual National Safety Stand-Down. The event is a nationwide effort to remind and educate employers and workers in the construction industry of the serious dangers of falls that remain the leading cause of death in the industry. Employers are encouraged to pause during their workday for topic discussions, demonstrations, and training on how to recognize hazards and prevent falls. – Learn More
02/10/2016 - The Utah Safety Council staff had the opportunity to tour Barnes Bullets with Bill Johnson, Safety and Continuous Improvement Manager. Barnes Bullets has been a member of the Utah Safety Council since 2014. Throughout their Mona facility, it is evident that Barnes Bullets is dedicated to keeping their employees safe on the job. We are grateful for Utah companies like Barnes Bullets who continuously strive to create a great product without sacrificing the safety of their employees.
02/10/2016 - Congratulations to Katie Fredrickson from Salt Lake City Corporation for completing her Certificate in OSHA Compliance! She is pictured with Rod Hamson, President of the Utah Safety Council. Salt Lake City Corporation has been a member of the Utah Safety Council since 1989.
02/09/2016 - We kicked off our 80 Years of Safety Celebration with a night at the movies. This was a fun opportunity for families and employees to celebrate this milestone with us while watching Kung Fu Panda. Prior to the movie we had 80th year themed cupcakes for all of our guests to enjoy. In addition to the movie, popcorn, soda and cupcakes we also held a raffle with fun giveaways. This evening was a complete success and we were so proud to celebrate with the people who help us make a difference in safety. View the pictures from this event.
02/04/2016 - Cookie Tree Bakeries opened their doors to us and gave us a great opportunity to tour their facility. They are a very clean and safe company, they ensure the quality of their products along with the safety of every employee. They have all kinds of different machines which take the process of making cookies step by step with the help of their employees, and they have silos which store tons and tons of sugar. Safety Manager, Craig Sandberg knew his employees by name, sharing how much they care for each of them. Cookie Tree Bakeries is a remarkable company with amazing products and people. Cookie Tree Bakeries has been a member of the Utah Safety Council since 1993. We appreciate them for showing us how they practice safety and what they do on a daily basis.
02/01/2016 - The Utah Safety Council would like to remind you to post your OSHA logs from February 1st through April 30th. These need to be posted in a common area. If you have additional questions about Recordkeeping requirements check out the Members Only section of our website.
01/11/2016 - The Utah Safety Council was a guest on Good Morning Utah sharing tips on keeping your kids safe in their car seats. Watch the full interview.
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