The N.C. Department of Labor recently bestowed its Silver Safety Achievement Award to the University for reducing injuries and providing a safe and healthy working, teaching and learning environment in 2013.
Darius Griffin, director of the Environmental Health & Safety Office, said the honor illustrates the campus community’s commitment to fostering a culture of safety at the University. “The leadership and dedication of UNC Charlotte employees has been essential in building and maintaining an awareness of safety on campus.”
The N.C. Labor Department has recognized public and private organizations through its annual safety awards program since 1946. According to the department, the program is “designed to stimulate interest in accident prevention and to promote safety in the workplace by providing an incentive to employers and employees to maintain a safe and healthful workplace.”
Griffin noted the EH&S Office is available to assist campus departments and units with safety initiatives. He cited a number of resources available to employees:
- UNC Charlotte Policy 703 Environmental Health and Safety
- Information on Incident Prevention, Reporting and Workers’ Compensation
- Gov. McCrory’s Proclamation of June as Safety and Hazard Awareness Month
- Gov. McCrory’s video message for state employees regarding safety awareness
- The “Be A Hazard Hero – Hazard Recognition Program” video