Slips, trips and falls are among the leading causes of workplace injuries and fatalities. As we conclude National Safety Month, it's crucial to focus on this persistent challenge to ensure safety in the workplace and beyond. Statistics from the National Safety Council highlight the severity of the issue, with falls accounting for a significant number of days away from work, ...
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National Safety Month 2024: Risk Reduction (Week 3)
Risk reduction is the theme for the third week of National Safety Month, focusing on identifying and mitigating potential hazards in the workplace. Proactive risk management is essential for creating a safe work environment and preventing accidents before they occur. Reducing risk for workplace injury, illness and death is at the heart of NIOSH research and prevention efforts. A guiding ...
Read MoreNational Safety Month 2024: Roadway Safety (Week 2)
Roadway safety is a crucial aspect of everyone’s daily routine. Across the country, people use roads and sidewalks to get to work, school, stores, and home. However, not every trip is without incident. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of work-related deaths in the United States and the 1st or 2nd leading ...
Read MoreNational Safety Month 2024: Safety Engagement (Week 1)
As we celebrate National Safety Month, we recognize unique ways to raise awareness about crucial safety practices that can protect lives and prevent accidents. Throughout each week of June, we're focusing on specific themes. For the inaugural week, our emphasis is on Safety Engagement. Safety engagement is vital for creating a safe, healthy, and productive work environment while protecting both ...
Read MoreWisconsin Safety Council Celebrates June as National Safety Month
MADISON – Wisconsin Safety Council – the state’s leading provider of safety training and products – is once again partnering with the National Safety Council to recognize June as National Safety Month. Throughout the month, Wisconsin Safety Council will offer public and private training programs, engage members in a social media campaign and educate the public on how to prioritize safety. ...
Read More30th Wisconsin Corporate Safety Award Winners
Congratulations to the 2023 Winners! The Wisconsin Safety Council's Corporate Safety Awards Program recognizes Wisconsin companies that are dedicated to prioritizing a culture of safety in the workplace and have maintained exceptional safety records. The following winners were chosen by an independent panel of judges, based on submitted data on safety records, leadership, and accomplishments, goals, and more. Wisconsin Safety ...
Read MoreWisconsin Safety Council Presents Nine Corporate Safety Awards to State Businesses
MADISON – Wisconsin Safety Council – the state’s leading provider of safety training and products – announced the nine winners of the organization’s 30th annual Corporate Safety Awards. The program recognizes Wisconsin companies that are dedicated to prioritizing a culture of safety in the workplace and have maintained exceptional safety records. “Our mission is to make Wisconsin the safest place to ...
Read More2023 Corporate Safety Award Finalists
Congratulations to the following companies who are advancing onto Phase II of the Corporate Safety Award process. Alphabetical order by Company Company Name City Airgas USA LLC (An Air Liquide Company) Appleton August Winter & Sons, Inc. Appleton C.D. Smith Construction Fond du Lac Cardinal Glass LG Amery Certco Inc. Madison Cintas Corporation Onalaska Colony Brands Inc Monroe Corner Stone ...
Read MoreWisconsin Safety Council Opens Nominations for Annual Corporate Safety Awards
MADISON – Wisconsin Safety Council, the state’s leading provider of safety products and training, launched the nomination period for its 30th annual Corporate Safety Awards. The program, presented in partnership with M3 Insurance and the Department of Workforce Development, recognizes Wisconsin companies that are dedicated to prioritizing a culture of safety in the workplace and have maintained exceptional safety records. ...
Read MoreNational Safety Month 2023 Week 4: Hazard Recognition
National Safety Month, recognized in June each year, gives an opportunity to highlight safety as a priority in the workplace, at home and in the community. In the final week of National Safety Month, Wisconsin Safety Council and National Safety Council are focusing on hazard recognition. Recognizing hazards is a fundamental step towards preventing accidents and ensuring the well-being of ...
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