PROGRAMS

"Culture - Do You Understand Yours?"  - September 15, 2008

Superior safety results are not achieved through compliance alone. Many companies are in compliance but still have below average incident rates and above average workers’ compensation claims. For a company to be better than average or “World Class” their safety programs must include an understanding of culture. Attendees will learn concepts needed for a successful safety program and how employees must interact in order to achieve “World Class” results.

"Incentive" Plans - November 10, 2008 

Presenter: Mike Kingsland, Gravure Press Manager Quad/Graphics, Inc.

Safety Incentive Programs don’t fix what’s broken - they give you and your company a different option on how to make things better! QuadGraphics will review their safety incentive program, giving participants some take away ideas to use at their own place of employment. Mike is counting on audience participation to make this a fun, hands-on program!

The Effects of Shift Work in the Workplace - January 12, 2009  

Presenter: Andi Brem, RPSGT, Sleep Lab Coordinator Aurora Sleep Disorders Center

Please join us to learn more about the overall health effects of shift work and the impact on workplace safety and productivity. This program will include the Circadian Rhythm (indwelling body clock) and Shift Work Sleep Disorder. Andi will also share information about Obstructive Sleep Apnea.

Trenching - Contractor - February 9, 2009  

Trenching and excavating is one of the most dangerous activities within the construction field, and a part of OSHA’s National Emphasis Program. It is a part of nearly every construction project and all company safety members should have a general awareness of the hazards involved and the ways in mitigating these hazards. This is not a Trenching Competent Person Course.

Severe Weather - April 13, 2009  (Safety Poster Contest Night)

As we learned in 2008, severe weather is not to be under estimated! Join the Safety Council as we welcome a representative from the National Weather Service to our program. Even if you think you know a lot about the topic, you will learn something new! This session will beinformative! Watch for specific details about this program as we get closer to the date.

Poster Contest - Winners will be announced.

SAFETY DAY

March 25, 2009

 UW Fond du Lac

Join the Safety Council for their 6th Annual Safety Day!

Scheduled for Wednesday, March 25, 2009, this local Safety Program is THE BEST one day program in the State!

With a record attendance in 2008, the Fond du Lac Area Safety Council trained more than 200 safety professionals on timely safety issues and topics.

Mark your calendar now for this cost effective program that brings top-notch speakers to Fond du Lac.

Incident Awards - Area businesses recognized for their outstanding safety records.