Labor Day & Workplace Safety
As we transition this evening into Labor
Day Weekend, I hope that you and your families are safe, happy, and healthy. Honoring American workers on Labor Day became an official tradition in 1894. Following decades of unsafe working conditions and the rise of trade unions and labor movements, a call was made to celebrate the spirit of workers to persevere through solidarity and strength. Today, safety in the workplace is at the forefront of company priorities. From physical safety to mental health, American workers have a voice,
protections in place, and resources available to manage the challenges of the workplace. We have come a long way.
This month’s safety blog, Incident Investigation and Reporting, discusses the role of every worker in workplace safety. Reporting hazards and near misses can prevent illness, injury, and even death. Are you familiar with your employer’s reporting system and comfortable using it? Help promote workplace safety by remembering: If you see something, Say something.
In Broadening Sustainability, we expand our definition of what denotes sustainable activities to include the goal of Zero Hunger
introduced by the Women’s Business Council as part of their Beyond Sustainability conference. Read more about how we plan to help out in one of our local communities.
While some of you have plans that include large gatherings, late nights, water activities, or just taking time off to relax, it looks
like the weather may cooperate with summertime temps for much of the country. Other areas are still under the impact of Hurricane Idalia and many have lost their homes, cars, businesses, and possessions. My thoughts go out to you as you begin the process of letting go of what was and rebuilding your lives one day at a time.
Sincerely,
