GVEC places a high value on safety for our employees and the welfare of the community. It is a Corporate Value that underscores every decision every day. The culture of safety begins with the leadership of our safety department and is carried out by our employees in their work environments.
The Cooperative was recently recognized as a Platinum Safety Partner for outstanding efforts in providing our 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.” We extend our gratitude to Texas Mutual Insurance Company for recognizing and acknowledging businesses that prioritize workplace safety.
GVEC’s commitment to employee safety is accomplished by ensuring our employees have access to proper training, equipment and education. All employees attend a general safety meeting every month, while our field personnel receive additional specialized training. Topics at the meeting range from health and wellness to safety and security that can be applied on and off the job. Completing basic first aid and AED training are requirements for every employee as well.
To further foster an environment where safety is paramount, the Safety Committee stands as a testament to our focus on safety in every aspect of our operations. This dedicated group reviews accidents or near-misses to avoid future incidents, performs routine safety inspections and sends out helpful safety tips every month to all employees.
Lead Safety/Loss Control Coordinator Zach Land says, “I believe that safety is the foundation of a thriving work force. By making safety a core value in everything we do, we empower our employees and partners to create a culture of care and respect. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of safety, not just for ourselves, but for our families and neighbors as well. Safety culture is the first priority from the top down and instilled in new employees from their first day on the job.”
