JUNE 3RD: Fire Safety, presented by Asst. Chief Chad Hamilton, Paint Creek Joint Fire and EMS District
Did you know that if every home had smoke alarms, almost 900 lives could be saved each year? In this month's presentation, Chad Hamilton, Assistant Chief of Paint Creek Joint EMS & Fire District, will be reviewing common workplace fire hazards and ways to fix them, home fire safety, fire extinguisher use, and how to extinguish cooking fires and evacuation plans.
Chad Hamilton has been active in the public safety community for 19 years, in which he has worked in both public and private sectors. His current position, which he has held for 6 years, is the Assistant Chief of Paint Creek Joint EMS & Fire District. The district currently services 342 square miles, spanning three counties, with primary 911 coverage. The District responds to over 4,000 requests for medical aid and over 500 fire responses.
Education and prevention have been an important part of Chad's public safety career and, as such, he currently holds certifications of Fire Fighter I & II, Fire Officer, Fire Safety Inspector, Continuing Education Instructor, Ohio Paramedic Certification, American Heart BLS Instructor, and Advanced Stroke Life Support Instructor.
In his current position as Assistant Chief of the District, Chad is primarily responsible for overseeing all EMS operations in the district. Other duties include Fire Prevention / Education, code enforcement, and being the head of the training committee.
Did you know that if every home had smoke alarms, almost 900 lives could be saved each year? In this month's presentation, Chad Hamilton, Assistant Chief of Paint Creek Joint EMS & Fire District, will be reviewing common workplace fire hazards and ways to fix them, home fire safety, fire extinguisher use, and how to extinguish cooking fires and evacuation plans.
Chad Hamilton has been active in the public safety community for 19 years, in which he has worked in both public and private sectors. His current position, which he has held for 6 years, is the Assistant Chief of Paint Creek Joint EMS & Fire District. The district currently services 342 square miles, spanning three counties, with primary 911 coverage. The District responds to over 4,000 requests for medical aid and over 500 fire responses.
Education and prevention have been an important part of Chad's public safety career and, as such, he currently holds certifications of Fire Fighter I & II, Fire Officer, Fire Safety Inspector, Continuing Education Instructor, Ohio Paramedic Certification, American Heart BLS Instructor, and Advanced Stroke Life Support Instructor.
In his current position as Assistant Chief of the District, Chad is primarily responsible for overseeing all EMS operations in the district. Other duties include Fire Prevention / Education, code enforcement, and being the head of the training committee.
May 6th: Clinton County - AWARDS CEREMONY
Known as “America’s Funniest Stressbuster,” Kay Frances shared her message to “lighten up, stress less and take care of ourselves” at our May 6th meeting. Kay has presented in 38 states and Canada for over 25 years. She holds a Master's Degree in Business Administration, a degree in Physical Education and a 4th degree black belt in karate. She was also a family caregiver for 7 years.
Kay is the author of “The Funny Thing about Stress; A Seriously Humorous Guide to a Happier Life.”
When it comes to humor, Kay is the "real deal" having performed as a professional standup comedian for many years and appearing on a number of national television and radio programs including Lifetime Cable’s “Girls Night Out” and NBC’s “America’s Funniest People”. She also lived and performed in New York City where she appeared at the nation’s top comedy clubs such as “The Improvisation” and “Catch a Rising Star.”
When it comes to managing stress, Kay learned the hard way by engaging in every unhealthy habit known to man before making her way back to good health and sanity. It was a long, winding, hilarious road! www.KayFrances.com
CONGRATULATIONS SAFETY AWARD RECIPIENTS:
100%: Zero injuries or illnesses resulting in a day or more away from work in the previous calendar year
Clinton Memorial Hospital-Wilmington Physicians; Community Action Commission of Fayette; DOMTAR; Elmore Mgmt. Group, Inc.; Fayette County Chamber of Commerce; Flagway Inc.; Groves Tire Service LLC; Highland County Chamber of Commerce; Highland County Community Action; Highland County District Library; Highland District Hospital; Hillsboro Transportation Co.; Hi-Tech Electrical Contractors, LLC; Hospice of Fayette County; Huhtamaki; JBG Elmore Investments; Mid Atlantic Storage Systems Inc.; Ohio Valley Environmental Engineering, Inc.; Ohio Valley Truss Company; PC Connection, Inc.; Pennant Molding Inc.; Ralph Bloom Trucking LLC; S and S Janitorial Service; Southern Ohio Educational Service Center; Thad Hollon Trucking, Inc.; Tom Pitzer Trucking, LLC; Valero Renewable Fuels Company, LLC; Village of Blanchester; Village of Greenfield; W and W Dry Cleaners and Laundry Service; Waddell Manufacturing; and Weller's Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
GROUP: Lowest Incident Rate In Each Group
Highland District Hospital; Huhtamaki; Mid Atlantic Storage Systems Inc.; PC Connection, Inc.; and Pennant Molding Inc.
SPECIAL: at least 500,000 hours and at least six months without an injury resulting in a day or more away from work
City of Hillsboro; Flagway Inc.; Highland District Hospital; Huhtamaki; PAS Technologies; PC Connection, Inc.; Southern Ohio Educational Service Center; Universal Forest Products Inc; Village of Blanchester; and YUSA Corporation
ACHEIVEMENT: 25-percent reduction in incident rate from the previous year
Candle-Lite; City of Washington Courthouse; City of Wilmington; Community Action Commission of Fayette; Community Care Hospice; Fayette County Commissioners; Highland District Hospital; Hospice of Fayette County; Mason Company; Pennant Molding Inc.; Village of Greenfield; Waddell Manufacturing; Weller's Plumbing & Heating, Inc.; Wilmington Nursing & Rehab; and YUSA Corporation
Known as “America’s Funniest Stressbuster,” Kay Frances shared her message to “lighten up, stress less and take care of ourselves” at our May 6th meeting. Kay has presented in 38 states and Canada for over 25 years. She holds a Master's Degree in Business Administration, a degree in Physical Education and a 4th degree black belt in karate. She was also a family caregiver for 7 years.
Kay is the author of “The Funny Thing about Stress; A Seriously Humorous Guide to a Happier Life.”
When it comes to humor, Kay is the "real deal" having performed as a professional standup comedian for many years and appearing on a number of national television and radio programs including Lifetime Cable’s “Girls Night Out” and NBC’s “America’s Funniest People”. She also lived and performed in New York City where she appeared at the nation’s top comedy clubs such as “The Improvisation” and “Catch a Rising Star.”
When it comes to managing stress, Kay learned the hard way by engaging in every unhealthy habit known to man before making her way back to good health and sanity. It was a long, winding, hilarious road! www.KayFrances.com
CONGRATULATIONS SAFETY AWARD RECIPIENTS:
100%: Zero injuries or illnesses resulting in a day or more away from work in the previous calendar year
Clinton Memorial Hospital-Wilmington Physicians; Community Action Commission of Fayette; DOMTAR; Elmore Mgmt. Group, Inc.; Fayette County Chamber of Commerce; Flagway Inc.; Groves Tire Service LLC; Highland County Chamber of Commerce; Highland County Community Action; Highland County District Library; Highland District Hospital; Hillsboro Transportation Co.; Hi-Tech Electrical Contractors, LLC; Hospice of Fayette County; Huhtamaki; JBG Elmore Investments; Mid Atlantic Storage Systems Inc.; Ohio Valley Environmental Engineering, Inc.; Ohio Valley Truss Company; PC Connection, Inc.; Pennant Molding Inc.; Ralph Bloom Trucking LLC; S and S Janitorial Service; Southern Ohio Educational Service Center; Thad Hollon Trucking, Inc.; Tom Pitzer Trucking, LLC; Valero Renewable Fuels Company, LLC; Village of Blanchester; Village of Greenfield; W and W Dry Cleaners and Laundry Service; Waddell Manufacturing; and Weller's Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
GROUP: Lowest Incident Rate In Each Group
Highland District Hospital; Huhtamaki; Mid Atlantic Storage Systems Inc.; PC Connection, Inc.; and Pennant Molding Inc.
SPECIAL: at least 500,000 hours and at least six months without an injury resulting in a day or more away from work
City of Hillsboro; Flagway Inc.; Highland District Hospital; Huhtamaki; PAS Technologies; PC Connection, Inc.; Southern Ohio Educational Service Center; Universal Forest Products Inc; Village of Blanchester; and YUSA Corporation
ACHEIVEMENT: 25-percent reduction in incident rate from the previous year
Candle-Lite; City of Washington Courthouse; City of Wilmington; Community Action Commission of Fayette; Community Care Hospice; Fayette County Commissioners; Highland District Hospital; Hospice of Fayette County; Mason Company; Pennant Molding Inc.; Village of Greenfield; Waddell Manufacturing; Weller's Plumbing & Heating, Inc.; Wilmington Nursing & Rehab; and YUSA Corporation
April 15th: Fayette County
Presentation: Nutrition and Portion Control
Presenter: Patricia Brinkman, Ohio State University Extension
Patricia Brinkman is an Assistant Professor and Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Educator with Ohio State University Extension. Her specialization is nutrition and health. She has taught on various parts of nutrition and health throughout the state and at national conferences.
Her presentation focused on eating the correct portions and eating better to reduce your risk of heart disease and other chronic diseases. Her presentation will include a PowerPoint, handouts and visual models of correct portion sizes.
Presentation: Nutrition and Portion Control
Presenter: Patricia Brinkman, Ohio State University Extension
Patricia Brinkman is an Assistant Professor and Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Educator with Ohio State University Extension. Her specialization is nutrition and health. She has taught on various parts of nutrition and health throughout the state and at national conferences.
Her presentation focused on eating the correct portions and eating better to reduce your risk of heart disease and other chronic diseases. Her presentation will include a PowerPoint, handouts and visual models of correct portion sizes.
2015 Fun Bus to Safety Congress!!
On Wednesday, April 1st, 2015, the HFC travelled to the Ohio BWC Safety Congress in the most convenient way around - the Fun Bus!
HFC members enjoyed more than 180 educational sessions, 225 exhibitors and free continuing education credit, and shopped for services, industrial supplies, safety equipment and gear in the Expo Marketplace!
On Wednesday, April 1st, 2015, the HFC travelled to the Ohio BWC Safety Congress in the most convenient way around - the Fun Bus!
HFC members enjoyed more than 180 educational sessions, 225 exhibitors and free continuing education credit, and shopped for services, industrial supplies, safety equipment and gear in the Expo Marketplace!
March 4th: Highland County
At our March 4th meeting, Karin Lane, VP of Business Development for CompSource TPA presented "The 4 things you should understand about Workers’ Comp and we bet you don’t!"
Karin's highly informative presentation gave a detailed overview of the inner workings of Worker's Compensation; sited resources from the BWC and TPAs; and gave great advice for budgeting, drug testing, fraud management, "beyond just claims" management, and much more.
DOWNLOAD KARIN'S PRESENTATION HERE
Karin Laine has been in the Workers Comp industry for over 20 years. She has worked in Manufacturing as Safety & Workers’ Comp Administrator, Owned an Industrial Temp Service, and has been in the TPA arena for over 10 years. She is Vice President of Business Development for CompSource, which is a Third Party Administrator –TPA serving Ohio Employers.
At our March 4th meeting, Karin Lane, VP of Business Development for CompSource TPA presented "The 4 things you should understand about Workers’ Comp and we bet you don’t!"
Karin's highly informative presentation gave a detailed overview of the inner workings of Worker's Compensation; sited resources from the BWC and TPAs; and gave great advice for budgeting, drug testing, fraud management, "beyond just claims" management, and much more.
DOWNLOAD KARIN'S PRESENTATION HERE
Karin Laine has been in the Workers Comp industry for over 20 years. She has worked in Manufacturing as Safety & Workers’ Comp Administrator, Owned an Industrial Temp Service, and has been in the TPA arena for over 10 years. She is Vice President of Business Development for CompSource, which is a Third Party Administrator –TPA serving Ohio Employers.
February 4th: Clinton County
Active Shooter Emergency Preparedness & Response; Wilmington City Police Department
Evolution of Active Shooter Situations
· Should you hide
· Should you fight back
· What should you do
Duane Weyand has been in law enforcement for 22 years. He is currently the chief of police for the City of Wilmington. Chief Weyand has earned his master’s degree in Criminal Justice Administration from Urbana University. He earned his undergraduate from Wilmington College in Criminal Justice. Chief Weyand has served with various elements of Wilmington Police Department to include a SWAT Team member and supervisor. He has spoken often in the area concerning active shooter situations.
DOWNLOAD DUANE'S PRESENTATION HERE
Active Shooter Emergency Preparedness & Response; Wilmington City Police Department
Evolution of Active Shooter Situations
· Should you hide
· Should you fight back
· What should you do
Duane Weyand has been in law enforcement for 22 years. He is currently the chief of police for the City of Wilmington. Chief Weyand has earned his master’s degree in Criminal Justice Administration from Urbana University. He earned his undergraduate from Wilmington College in Criminal Justice. Chief Weyand has served with various elements of Wilmington Police Department to include a SWAT Team member and supervisor. He has spoken often in the area concerning active shooter situations.
DOWNLOAD DUANE'S PRESENTATION HERE
January 14th: Fayette County
At our January 14th meeting, HFC Steering Committee President and Technical Trainer at TimberTech, Rich Pollard, presented on the important subject of "Shiftwork and Fatigue."
In his informative presentation, Rich discussed the health, social, and safety effects of working outside the usual 8-hour day shift. He also identified strategies for minimizing the negative impact of shift work to help ensure that employees stay healthy and safe when working off shifts.
For more information on this topic, you can download Rich's presentation below. We also encourage you to utilize the rich library of resources at www.bwc.ohio.gov to share with your employees. The BWC Library has dvds such as Fatigue at Work (DVD. No. 400164), Fatigue Management Essentials (DVD No. 400146, and Shiftwork: Circadian Survival (DVD No. 700004) that can help you spread this valuable message to your employees.
DOWNLOAD RICH'S PRESENTATION HERE
Rich Pollard has acquired over 28 years of experience as a Supervisor and Professional Trainer. He is currently the Technical Trainer at TimberTech, a division of CPG Building Products, and provide Safety Training in meeting federal, state, local and company regulations and/or requirements. His Health, Safety and Environmental background consists of several Safety Training Certificates through SafeX, OSHA, Forklift Training Systems and the New Standard Training Institute. These Certificates are in General Safety Training, OSHA 30 hour, Fall Protection, Powered Industrial Trucks / Aerial Lift platforms, and Electrical Safe Work Practices. He is also a Certified DDI Facilitator in Supervisor Training.
At our January 14th meeting, HFC Steering Committee President and Technical Trainer at TimberTech, Rich Pollard, presented on the important subject of "Shiftwork and Fatigue."
In his informative presentation, Rich discussed the health, social, and safety effects of working outside the usual 8-hour day shift. He also identified strategies for minimizing the negative impact of shift work to help ensure that employees stay healthy and safe when working off shifts.
For more information on this topic, you can download Rich's presentation below. We also encourage you to utilize the rich library of resources at www.bwc.ohio.gov to share with your employees. The BWC Library has dvds such as Fatigue at Work (DVD. No. 400164), Fatigue Management Essentials (DVD No. 400146, and Shiftwork: Circadian Survival (DVD No. 700004) that can help you spread this valuable message to your employees.
DOWNLOAD RICH'S PRESENTATION HERE
Rich Pollard has acquired over 28 years of experience as a Supervisor and Professional Trainer. He is currently the Technical Trainer at TimberTech, a division of CPG Building Products, and provide Safety Training in meeting federal, state, local and company regulations and/or requirements. His Health, Safety and Environmental background consists of several Safety Training Certificates through SafeX, OSHA, Forklift Training Systems and the New Standard Training Institute. These Certificates are in General Safety Training, OSHA 30 hour, Fall Protection, Powered Industrial Trucks / Aerial Lift platforms, and Electrical Safe Work Practices. He is also a Certified DDI Facilitator in Supervisor Training.
December 3rd: Highland County
The Ohio BWC has expanded its focus on health and wellness through Safety Councils with the goal of limiting and controlling the escalating cost of workers' compensation claims, reducing health-care costs for employers, and improving the health and well-being of the workforce.
At our December 3rd meeting, HFC steering committee member, Sue Wiggins, presented a variety of different wellness initiatives for large and small corporations. These initiatives included: vending machine options, giveaways, daily challenges, team/individual competitions, and more.
DOWNLOAD SUE'S PRESENTATION HERE
Sue Wiggins graduated from Wittenberg University in Springfield, OH with a double major in Psychology and Business Management. She has worked for Domtar since 2001, where she was hired in to begin taking on the role of Human Resources. However, in addition to HR, she has also taken on the role of Safety/Environmental Coordinator for the past 6 years. She has successfully completed various safety and environmental training courses, such as HPI (Human Performance Initiatives), ISO14001, and the OSHA 40 hour. She is an internal Domtar incident investigator for her region and is a corporate safety auditor. Sue is a certified trainer for SafeStart and Incident Investigation. As safety and wellness go hand in hand, she is a member of her site’s wellness committee and takes a very active part in all wellness programs.
BWC Workplace Wellness Grant Program
Employers wanting to improve the health and wellness of their workers can benefit from the Ohio BWC's newest program, the Workplace Wellness Grant Program (WWGP). It provides funding to assist employers in establishing training and programs to reduce health risk factors specific to their employees.
BWC established WWGP to study the effect of a wellness program in the workplace on bringing down incidence and cost of accidents and illnesses. The goal is to control the escalating cost of workers' compensation claims through addressing health risk factors. The WWGP's collateral goals are also to reduce health-care costs for employers, as well as improve the health of the workforce.
A workplace wellness program consists of the following tools:
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE WELLNESS GRANT PROGRAM HERE
The Ohio BWC has expanded its focus on health and wellness through Safety Councils with the goal of limiting and controlling the escalating cost of workers' compensation claims, reducing health-care costs for employers, and improving the health and well-being of the workforce.
At our December 3rd meeting, HFC steering committee member, Sue Wiggins, presented a variety of different wellness initiatives for large and small corporations. These initiatives included: vending machine options, giveaways, daily challenges, team/individual competitions, and more.
DOWNLOAD SUE'S PRESENTATION HERE
Sue Wiggins graduated from Wittenberg University in Springfield, OH with a double major in Psychology and Business Management. She has worked for Domtar since 2001, where she was hired in to begin taking on the role of Human Resources. However, in addition to HR, she has also taken on the role of Safety/Environmental Coordinator for the past 6 years. She has successfully completed various safety and environmental training courses, such as HPI (Human Performance Initiatives), ISO14001, and the OSHA 40 hour. She is an internal Domtar incident investigator for her region and is a corporate safety auditor. Sue is a certified trainer for SafeStart and Incident Investigation. As safety and wellness go hand in hand, she is a member of her site’s wellness committee and takes a very active part in all wellness programs.
BWC Workplace Wellness Grant Program
Employers wanting to improve the health and wellness of their workers can benefit from the Ohio BWC's newest program, the Workplace Wellness Grant Program (WWGP). It provides funding to assist employers in establishing training and programs to reduce health risk factors specific to their employees.
BWC established WWGP to study the effect of a wellness program in the workplace on bringing down incidence and cost of accidents and illnesses. The goal is to control the escalating cost of workers' compensation claims through addressing health risk factors. The WWGP's collateral goals are also to reduce health-care costs for employers, as well as improve the health of the workforce.
A workplace wellness program consists of the following tools:
- A health-risk appraisal (HRA) and a biometric assessment – both of which measure health-risk factors;
- Programs designed to address those health-risk factors.
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE WELLNESS GRANT PROGRAM HERE
November 5th: Clinton County
On November 5, 2014, LuAnn Winkle, Executive Director of Turning Point Applied Learning Center, presented a highly informative discussion on "Substance Abuse and the Workplace: The Opiate Epidemic and its Implications for Businesses."
Since 2004, LuAnn has served as the Executive Director of Turning Point Applied Learning Center, an Ohio Department of Corrections’ State-Certified Reentry Program that provides transitional jobs and employment training for public assistance recipients, ex-offenders and disadvantaged residents of the Highland County region. We will be holding an HFC tour of Turning Point on Friday, December 5th, to learn more about their initiatives. Please stay tuned for more details on that event.
Her presentation covered the alarming trends of prescription opioids and heroin abuse throughout our tri-county region and the State of Ohio. She also discussed the financial and human impact of substance abuse on the workplace, as well as resources for employers.
DOWNLOAD LUANN'S PRESENTATION HERE
As listed in the presentation, the following sites are excellent resources for employers dealing with substance abuse issues in the workplace.
USDOL Drug Free Work Place Advisor: Policy Builder and Federal Law: http://www.dol.gov/elaws/asp/drugfree/menu.htm
Components of a Drug Free Workplace: http://www.dol.gov/elaws/drugfree.htm
Webinar: SAMHAS 2012, Preventing Prescription Abuse in the Workplace: http://www.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/workplace-kit.pdf
Ohio BWC Drug Free Safety Program Information: https://www.bwc.ohio.gov/
On November 5, 2014, LuAnn Winkle, Executive Director of Turning Point Applied Learning Center, presented a highly informative discussion on "Substance Abuse and the Workplace: The Opiate Epidemic and its Implications for Businesses."
Since 2004, LuAnn has served as the Executive Director of Turning Point Applied Learning Center, an Ohio Department of Corrections’ State-Certified Reentry Program that provides transitional jobs and employment training for public assistance recipients, ex-offenders and disadvantaged residents of the Highland County region. We will be holding an HFC tour of Turning Point on Friday, December 5th, to learn more about their initiatives. Please stay tuned for more details on that event.
Her presentation covered the alarming trends of prescription opioids and heroin abuse throughout our tri-county region and the State of Ohio. She also discussed the financial and human impact of substance abuse on the workplace, as well as resources for employers.
DOWNLOAD LUANN'S PRESENTATION HERE
As listed in the presentation, the following sites are excellent resources for employers dealing with substance abuse issues in the workplace.
USDOL Drug Free Work Place Advisor: Policy Builder and Federal Law: http://www.dol.gov/elaws/asp/drugfree/menu.htm
Components of a Drug Free Workplace: http://www.dol.gov/elaws/drugfree.htm
Webinar: SAMHAS 2012, Preventing Prescription Abuse in the Workplace: http://www.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/workplace-kit.pdf
Ohio BWC Drug Free Safety Program Information: https://www.bwc.ohio.gov/
October 1st: Fayette County
Timothy McDermott, Regional Business Consultant, Southeast - Southwest Regions, updated the Safety Council on BWC initiatives, including the upcoming switch to prospective billing.
His presentation provided a general update on workers’ compensation in Ohio. Topics covered included the recently announced “Another Billion Back” rebate to Ohio employers and a brief review of the upcoming transition to a prospective billing system for employer premiums including the reason for the switch, benefits to employers, transition timelines for employers, changes to rating plan and BWC program deadlines.
DOWNLOAD TIM'S PRESENTATION HERE
You can learn more about upcoming BWC initiatives at https://www.bwc.ohio.gov/
Tim McDermott is the BWC Regional Business Consultant for Southern Ohio. He has more than 25 years of experience assisting employers in the private and public sector. His background includes 20 years with BWC and five years in private insurance providing risk management and business consultation services to employers in the tri-state area. His diverse career also includes 15 years as a small business owner-operator and 11 years as a business technology instructor at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College. Tim has been a guest speaker for several civic/professional organizations, colleges and universities throughout the region.
Timothy McDermott, Regional Business Consultant, Southeast - Southwest Regions, updated the Safety Council on BWC initiatives, including the upcoming switch to prospective billing.
His presentation provided a general update on workers’ compensation in Ohio. Topics covered included the recently announced “Another Billion Back” rebate to Ohio employers and a brief review of the upcoming transition to a prospective billing system for employer premiums including the reason for the switch, benefits to employers, transition timelines for employers, changes to rating plan and BWC program deadlines.
DOWNLOAD TIM'S PRESENTATION HERE
You can learn more about upcoming BWC initiatives at https://www.bwc.ohio.gov/
Tim McDermott is the BWC Regional Business Consultant for Southern Ohio. He has more than 25 years of experience assisting employers in the private and public sector. His background includes 20 years with BWC and five years in private insurance providing risk management and business consultation services to employers in the tri-state area. His diverse career also includes 15 years as a small business owner-operator and 11 years as a business technology instructor at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College. Tim has been a guest speaker for several civic/professional organizations, colleges and universities throughout the region.
September 3rd: Highland County
Aaron Beck with Proto Tools kicked off another exciting year of safety council with a Hand Tool Safety Training & Demonstration on Wednesday, September 3rd, in Highland County.
Aaron Beck works for Stanley Black & Decker, the largest hand and power tool manufacturer in the world. One of the brands Aaron represents is Proto industrial hand tools, a company that has been in existence since 1907 and first invented the combination wrench.
Aaron's seminar covered a variety of topics including:
· Hands-on demonstration of key tool categories
· Choosing the right tool for the job
· How to check tools for wear and damage
· Recommendations for workplace safety
· Examples of tool safety features
During his presentation, he played a short informative video covering the basics of tool safety. You’ll find a link to this video below to share with employees at your companies.
Aaron is available for further safety presentations at individual companies and can be contacted at the below information.
Aaron Beck
National Account Executive, Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.
505 N Cleveland Ave, Westerville, OH 43082
C 206-387-9097 F 888-231-6501
[email protected]
For further resources on hand tool safety, please visit the Ohio BWC Safety Library (LINK HERE) for upcoming trainings and video resources.
