Granite announced that it has received six awards, including the Bronze Louis Griesemer Sterling Safety Award for large companies, from the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA). These honors were presented at the NSSGA Legislative & Policy Forum in Washington, D.C., on Sept. 27.
The Louis Griesemer Sterling Safety Award highlights the commitment of NSSGA member companies to prioritize employee safety and well-being. These awards recognize companies with the lowest total accident incidence rate for the previous year within their respective size categories.
Granite received the Louis Griesemer Sterling Safety Bronze Award in the large company category, showcasing the company’s dedication to upholding its high safety standards across all operations. This accolade underscores Granite’s commitment to fostering a culture of safety and implementing best practices to ensure the well-being of its workforce.
“Safety is a Core Value at Granite. Receiving this award is a testament to our dedication to protecting the teams working in our aggregate operations,” said Granite Senior Vice President of Construction Materials Brad Estes. “Our people are our greatest asset; Granite’s commitment to safety reflects how much we value our employees.”
“Safety shapes the culture and everyday practices of each of our members. Our members stay vigilant about training and ensure safety practices occur on every level,” said Michael Johnson, NSSGA president and CEO. “The 2024 Safety winners must be congratulated for continuing to keep safety as a core value.”
Full Awards List:
Gold
Facility – Environmental Excellence
Bee Rock Quarry – Santa Barbara, Calif.
Silver
Facility – Safety Excellence
Walker Sand and Gravel – Bellevue, Wash.
Facility – Environmental Excellence
Bradshaw Facility – Sacramento, Calif.
Bronze
Louis Griesemer Sterling Safety
Granite (companywide)
Facility – Environmental Excellence
Palmer Facility – Anchorage, Alaska
Big Rock Aggregates Plant – Llano, Calif.