The presentation of the awards at the national convention has been a tradition since their inception in 1995. In the past, a handful of applicants would be selected to receive the prestigious awards. Today, changes recently announced by the PDCA Insurance, Safety, and Loss Control Committee could mean a much longer list of worthy recipients. More importantly, these changes could significantly influence the occupational safety and health of an entire industry. A new criterion has been established, making the awards more equitable and attainable by all members.
Every entrant now has the potential for receiving an award.
The intention is to encourage all PDCA members to go through the application process and be recognized for their efforts. This application and evaluation process is what makes the PDCA Safety Award program unique. The entire process has been designed as an educational tool. It lets members know what actions they should be taking, and provides them with the resources to get the job done. The completed application will also assist PDCA in determining how its products and services are meeting the needs of its membership.