Phoenix, Arizona – Today, ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è’ Safety Management Council honored several distinguished fleets and industry leaders for their commitment to safety on the highway and in the workplace.
“Safety is at the heart of our industry, and these carriers and professionals embody this principle consistently,â€� said ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è President and CEO Chris Spear. “I want to congratulate these valued members of our industry for their commitment to safety and professionalism.â€�
The winners were recognized at ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è’s 2024 Safety, Security & Human Resources National Conference & Exhibition in Phoenix, Arizona.
They include:
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2023 ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è National Safety Director of the Year – Sponsored by USI Insurance ServicesÌý
- Steven Garrish, Vice President of Safety and Compliance, Old Dominion Freight Line Inc.
ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è President’s Trophy - Sponsored by Great West Casualty CompanyÌý
- Over 100 Million Miles – Pitt Ohio, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
- Between 25 – 100 Million Miles – TCW Inc, Nashville, Tennessee.
- Under 25 Million Miles – J.W. Didado Electric, Akron, Ohio.
2023 ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è National Driver of the Year – Sponsored by DMC InsuranceÌý
- David Wolford, Continental Express Inc.
2023 Excellence in Safety – Sponsored by Great West Casualty CompanyÌý
- Arkansas Trucking Association
“SMC is pleased to honor this year’s winners – all of whom play an important role in building our industry’s safety culture,� said SMC Executive Director Jacob Pierce. “Motor carriers, state association executives and our drivers do critical work in promoting and improving safety across our industry, and we thank them all for their commitment.�
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