15 Aug 2006
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota BAE Systems has been recognized by the Minnesota Safety Council for exceptional workplace safety performance in 2005. The company received the Councils Award of Honor for the ninth consecutive year.
BAE Systems success demonstrates what can be achieved when employers and employees value safety and take personal responsibility for it, said Governor Tim Pawlenty.
Were committed to maintaining a safe work environment for our employees, said Gary Mefford, BAE Systems safety manager in Minneapolis. The company has successfully managed that commitment and were proud to be recognized by the Minnesota Safety Council.
The Award of Honour is given to organizations that have made exceptional strides in preventing injuries and illnesses in the workplace.
On average, nearly 300 Minnesota workers are injured or become ill from job-related causes each day, said Carol Bufton, president of the Minnesota Safety Council. Smart employers understand that a commitment to safety contributes to the health of their employees and their bottom line.
Since 1934, the annual Governors Safety Awards have spotlighted Minnesota employers with above average safety records. Participants submit injury information which is compared with state and national data, as well as the entrants past performance.
The Minnesota Safety Council, founded in 1928, is a non-governmental, not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life in Minnesota by preventing accidents.
About BAE SYSTEMS
BAE Systems is the premier transatlantic defence and aerospace company delivering a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, information technology solutions and customer support services. With more than 100,000 employees worldwide, BAE Systems sales exceeded GBP 15.4 billion (US$28 billion) in 2005.
For further information please contact:
Ryan May, BAE Systems
Tel: + 1 763-572-6675
ryan.may@baesystems.com
Doug Coffey
BAE Systems
Tel: +1 703-612-3121
doug.coffey@baesystems.com
www.baesystems.com
Ref: 235/2006
