USG ranks high in safety

USG Corporation was named one of America's Safest Companies by EHS Today.

Fifteen other companies also made the list in 2015, all of which demonstrated innovative solutions to safety challenges, exhibited strong management support and employee engagement programs, and achieved injury and illness rates lower than average for their respective industries.

“We are proud to be recognized by EHS Today for our dedication to creating the safest environment possible for our 9,000 employees around the world,” said Brian Cook, senior VP and chief administrative officer at USG. “Safety is a core value of our organization, and every employee is committed to working safely; every minute, every task and every day.”

According to USG, its manufacturing facilities operate at five to 20 times standard industry safety norms. Twelve of its 34 U.S. manufacturing locations and three of its L&W Supply distribution facilities have applied and qualified for the Operational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) Star status.

“We developed and adhere to safety guidelines that exceed industry standards and regulations,” said Paul Haney, VP global Safety and health and employee relations, and chief labor counsel at USG. “At USG, we strive to create an injury-free workplace and model safe behaviors for our families, colleagues, customers and communities.”