Success Stories in Safety – Megan Guarducci, CSP || Client Side Chats Follow-Up

Jan 13, 2021 | Client Side Chats

Megan Guarducci, CSP is Mid Valley Disposal’s EHS Compliance Manager who helped build the company’s robust safety program that ultimately helped prepare for COVID-19. Megan shares how Mid Valley Disposal recently implemented their “Think of Your 4” Program to get people to think about the ones at home that may be affected by a safety incident. Megan also shares how a company-sponsored (COVID) testing program increased safety culture and confidence. Join us to hear exactly what led to Megan’s #SuccessStoryinSafety !

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