J J Keller & Associates, a provider of safety and regulatory compliance solutions, is accepting nominations for the J J Keller Safety Professional of the Year (SPOTY) Awards. The awards recognize workplace safety professionals who achieve excellence for their companies and build a culture and vision for safety. This year, nominations include recognition for addressing the safety of employees and others during the coronavirus pandemic.
Nominations are open through July 15 at 5 pm CST at jjkeller.com/spoty.
SPOTY winners are chosen by members of J J Keller’s staff of 70-plus safety consultants and editors. The winners are announced in September.
The first-place J J Keller SPOTY Award winner receives more than $10,000 in cash and prizes, including $2,500, a plaque and certificate, a free one-year subscription to the J J Keller Safety Management Suite (for up to 10 users), and $1,200 in free online training. Second place receives $500, a plaque and certificate, and one free one-year subscription to the Safety Management Suite. Third place receives $50, a plaque and certificate, and one free one-year subscription to the Safety Management Suite.
“This is one of the most prestigious awards a safety professional can earn,” said Rustin Keller, J J Keller president and chief executive officer. “From our unique perspective providing safety solutions to more than 90% of Fortune 1000 companies, we advise on the safety practices that are head-and-shoulders above others. This year, we look forward to honoring those who have also implemented forward-thinking pandemic plans.”
SPOTY nominations are open to safety professionals in the United States.
“Safety is one of the most important things a company can provide for employees,” said Keller. “We want to honor professionals who create a safety culture every day.”
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