sept-oct-2019

Salida Celebrates Over Four Million Hours of Workplace Safety On September 17, the Salida facility was recognized for its commitment to safety and contributions to Blue Diamond ’s success. Rows of tables lined the lunchroom that was packed with hard-working Blue Diamond team members as they enjoyed a much-deserved appreciation celebration. This is what happens when a Blue Diamond facility reaches an inspiring four million hours of work without a lost-time accident, which is an extremely rare situation that few businesses ever achieve. Cari Elofson, OSHA training institute director, attended to thank the team for completing a ten-hour workplace safety training course. The facility was presented with a National Safety Council Award and claimed a coveted spot in the top 20 amongst the thousands of businesses that are part of the council. President and CEO Mark Jansen gave accolades to the invaluable work the Salida team has accomplished saying, “What I appreciate most is knowing that accidents aren’t inevitable. We can find ways to work together and hold each other accountable and stay safe. I hope you realize how extraordinary what you’re doing is.” The goal of Blue Diamond is for everyone to go home safely every day and Salida is doing a fantastic job at accomplishing this goal. Brian Barczak, Senior Vice President of Global Supply, shared his amazement and appreciation by stating, “In my 35 years in the workforce I’ve never seen four million hours of safety. I’ve seen one and two million, but never four.” As employees filtered out of the lunchroom, each was given a special gift: a jacket embroidered with the Blue Diamond logo and “Salida & Oakdale Safety Record: 4 Million Safe Hours.” This exciting accomplishment is yet another cause for us to be Blue Diamond Proud of our Salida team as they strive for excellence while looking out for one another and giving power to the phrase Zero Harm. 11 S E P T E M B E R – O C T O B E R 2 0 1 9