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2019 GA Chapter Facility Tour

Posted: Sep 11, 2019

This past Monday (9/9/19) our chapter participated in a Facility tour at Mercedes Benz Stadium in Atlanta.

During the tour, we saw and discuss unique features of the stadium, as well as aspects of their environmental & sustainability program (including things like recycling, solar panels, their Platinum LEED rating, etc.). After the tour, Craig Dowdell, Assistant Director of Security spoke with us about their safety & security programs and how they handle both public & employee safety.  We had 39 chapter members attend.

May PDC Survey

Posted: May 21, 2019

Georgia ASSP – Your comments count!

Your feedback is important to us in how we can better improve Georgia ASSP PDC for next year.

This survey should only take a few minutes of your time. If you have suggestions for improved or additional services please include these in the comment section of this survey. Thank you for your input.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8PKY2NH

Workplace Violence Among Key Issues at Women’s Workplace Safety Summit

Posted: Oct 30, 2018

The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) hosted a summit on the safety of women in the workplace that focused on solutions to prevent violence against women at work and encouraged employers to acquire personal protective equipment designed specifically for women. More than 50 safety experts gathered at the Women’s Workplace Safety Summit near Chicago, also analyzing obstacles that keep women from advancing into leadership positions in the occupational safety and health profession. The diverse group of thought leaders represented businesses, nonprofits, labor, academia, government and professional associations.

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