(OMAHA, Neb., June 19, 2023) — Omaha Steaks is recognized as one of Nebraska’s Safest Companies for the 22nd year in a row by the National Safety Council. The Council honored Omaha Steaks, along with 114 other Nebraska companies for their dedication to outstanding safety programs. These companies have implemented safety initiatives designed to reduce injuries and save lives.
Omaha Steaks has an exemplary safety record that is 40% better than the national average compared to their industry classification and has implemented comprehensive safety programs. To be recognized by the National Safety Council, companies have implemented safety initiatives designed to reduce injuries and save lives.
“Winning a Nebraska’s Safest Company Award clearly illustrates a company’s commitment to ensuring that their team members return home safely to their families at the end of each workday. The Celebration of Safety honors the Nebraska organizations that have achieved excellence in safety this past year and we are proud to recognize their achievements in providing a safer Nebraska,” said Eric Koeppe, President/CEO, National Safety Council, Nebraska.
Omaha Steaks also achieved two safety awards from the North American Meat Institute (NAMI) at its Worker Safety Conference alongside hundreds of meat and poultry establishments. These awards are earned based on a combination of a review of implemented safety programs and a statistical analysis performed by National Safety Council staff over the previous three years compared to industry averages.
NAMI determines the designation level of each facility by analyzing both the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Total Recordable Cases rate and the rate for Cases with Days Away from Work, Job Transfer or Restriction (DART).
“The Meat Institute congratulates these companies and their leadership to ensure the safety and health of workers and our environment,” said Meat Institute President and CEO Julie Anna Potts. “Their hard work and innovation will ensure the meat and poultry industry continues to employ the highest standards and latest technology to produce wholesome, safe, nutritious products that exceed customer expectations.”
The NAMI Worker Safety Recognition Awards honor plants that have achieved a high level of safety performance as part of the continuing effort to reduce occupational injury and illness.
There are four categories of awards: Certificate of Recognition, Award of Commendation, Award of Merit, Award of Honor. The Omaha Steaks locations received the following awards:
F Street: Award of Merit
96th Street: Award of Merit
“Food safety and keeping our employees safe at work have always been top priorities at Omaha Steaks,” said Nate Rempe, President & CEO of Omaha Steaks. “Some of the most important members of our team are the sanitation crew. Our business relies on our ability to keep our facilities clean and sanitary for the health of our workers, and the health of our consumers. Ensuring our facilities are clean and safe improves employee satisfaction and productivity, and makes Omaha Steaks a great place to work.”
Contact:
Kathleen Al-Marhoon, APR, Omaha Steaks Director of Public Relations & Corporate Communications
Phone: 402-597-8220
Email: kathleena@omahasteaks.com
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