Safety Award For Excellence (SAFE)
Last updated
September 9, 2009 6:18:26 PM PDT
- Kevin Messey of Intercollegiate Athletics raised medical emergency response skills training for IA trainers and coaching staff to a higher standard.
- Pedro Cruz of Academic Computing Services championed loss prevention and security in 130 campus computer labs, proper disposal of computer equipment, and a network of safety leaders throughout the department.
- Michael Stevens increased proper use of personal protective equipment, tools, and equipment to reduce injuries at the Bookstore's Trade St. Distribution Center.
- The Transit Operations team in Parking & Transporation Services steered UCSD's transit vehicle drivers to new levels of safety.
The Safety Award For Excellence celebrates UCSD employees who excel in creating and maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. Find out what it takes to win, and how to nominate someone.
About the award
UCSD's commitment to safety depends on the willingness of every individual to pursue a safe, healthful, and environmentally sound work place. Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) recognizes employees who are making UCSD a SAFE place with the Safety Award For Excellence.
Individuals and work groups are eligible. Read about winners in the Hall of Fame.
Nominate someone!
EH&S selects winners from nominations received from the UC San Diego community. Winners receive a plaque or trophy, tribute in EH&S newsletters, and gift certificates for lunch at the Faculty Club.
Criteria
Nominees must satisfy at least 1 or more of the 5 criteria listed below:
- Implementing a safety program for their workplace
- Taking an active role and being a strong advocate of safety and health
- Demonstrating significant improvement over previous conditions
- Consistently maintaining a good safety program over a number of years
- Making an extra effort to improve or correct a specific aspect of safety within the workplace
