GVEC is pleased to announce the Cooperative was recently recognized as a Platinum Safety Partner for outstanding efforts in providing their employees a safe workplace in 2023. Sponsored by Texas Mutual Insurance Company, this designation is given annually to only the top 200 businesses out of 76,000 policyholders across Texas. This is the fourth time GVEC has received the award.
As written in the official award letter, Texas Mutual Insurance Company utilizes the Work Safe, Texas Award Program to recognize policyholders whose commitment to employee safety sets them apart. GVEC was among the list of policyholders that have “gone above and beyond to ensure their workers’ safety.”
Vice President Safety Services Eric Bourqin wrote, “Your company is one of just 200 businesses receiving this award out of over 76,000 Texas Mutual policyholders across the state. We selected your company because you provide the resources necessary to protect employees from workplace hazards, which is reflected by your outstanding safety record. It is clear that safety is a core value in your organization.”
Upon receiving the award, GVEC General Manager and CEO Darren Schauer commented, “Safety and Wellness is one of the Corporate Values at GVEC. I am proud of the focus and effort our Safety Committee members, staff and employees put toward a culture of safety. We’re dedicated to prioritizing safety and continually enhancing our practices. We extend our gratitude to Texas Mutual Insurance Company for this recognition and for acknowledging businesses that prioritize workplace safety.”
Team members of the Safety Department, pictured above from left to right, are Administrative Assistant Amanda Carnes, Safety/Loss Control Coordinator Kevin Beavers, Senior Executive Manager Bobby Christmas, Administrative Assistant to Senior Executive Manager Susan Wilson and Safety/Loss Control Coordinator Todd Craven. Not pictured: Lead Safety/Loss Control Coordinator Zach Land.
