Low Country Chapter Newsletter

News & Information

Low Country Chapter Members Studying for the ASP/CSP Exam

Dell Golanski is currently studying for the ASP/CSP Exam and is extending an invitation to others to study as a group. He has study books and CDs to use as references during the sessions. If anyone is interested or would like more information, contact Dell at dell.golanski@baesystems.com.

Region VI Sweeps Awards in 2010 NAOSH Kid's "Safety on the Job" Poster Contest!

The 2010 NAOSH Kid’s “Safety on the Job” Poster contest results have been released. 850 posters were submitted, from 34 states and 6 countries and prizes were announced for the top four posters in each age category. Of the 20 total spots, Region VI won 15! To put it in perspective, Region VI , out of the 8 Society Regions, captured FIFTEEN of 20 spots! Congratulations to all participants!

You can see the “official” NAOSH poster and the winning entries at: http://www.asse.org/newsroom/naosh10/poster-contest-winners.php

This is only the beginning, folks! We have our week and our day coming up in less than two months. Let’s keep the momentum going, and share the importance of what we do!

- Information provided by Jim Morris, ASSE Region VI Vice President

ASSE Low Country Chapter Participates in Career Fair

On Thursday, January 28, 2010, Chapter President, Jayne Carswell, CSP and Michele McCutchen, CSP participated in the 2nd Annual Career/College Fair at Norman C. Toole Military Magnet Academy located in North Charleston. The school's mission is to prepare cadets to become academically competent, disciplined, and responsible citizens as well as to build leadership characteristics. The academy serves over 500 students from the entire Charleston County School District in grades 6-12.

Habitat for Humanity PPE Drive a Huge Success!

The Low Country Chapter conducted a PPE drive to benefit our local Habitat for Humanity. Pat Rhea, CSP, our Chapter's 2nd Vice President, coordinated the drive, which turned out to be a huge success! Several boxes of safety glasses, gloves, ear plugs, Tyvek suits, etc. were presented to Dan Jones of Habitat for Humanity at the January 2010 meeting.

   
   

Annual Toys for Tots Drive a Great Success!

This year's Toys for Tots Drive was a huge success! The Chapter collected bicycle helmets and many other toys that were presented to Marines representing Toys for Tots at the November 17, 2009 meeting. Rob Fowler of WCBD-TV was also there to record some footage that was shown on the evening news. Thanks to all those who contributed!

Beyond Compliance: 2009 Safety, Health & Environmental Conference

Friday, March 20, 2009 - Low Country Safety Council Suite

The ASSE Low Country Chapter's Annual Safety, Health & Environmental Conference was another great success! Many thanks to Ms. Jayne Carswell for coordinating such a wonderful event and to the entire Planning Committee for their hard work and attention to detail! We believe we set Chapter records regarding the number of attendees AND vendors. If you were there, I'm sure that you'll agree that it was well worth the time and effort. As a reminder, this conference is our Chapter's main fundraising event for the year, so your support is vital. We have many activities and initiatives that require financial support, so your participation was very much appreciated!

   

"Safety: The Key to Success"
2008 Low Country Chapter Professional Development Conference

Our chapter’s annual professional development conference was a success! On Friday, April 11, 2008, a number of chapter members, guests and vendors came together on the campus of Trident Technical College for an exciting day of safety, health and environmental education. Some of the feedback comments included "Great job on presentations and information provided!!", "Great conference" and "Very informative!!" Heartfelt thanks to our Executive Committee and others who pitched in to make the conference beneficial to all those in attendance.

Thank you for your continued support!

Michele P. McCutchen,
President, ASSE Low Country Chapter


LCC Co-Sponsors a Columbian Student for the September ROC

In our on going efforts to promote safety everywhere, the Low Country chapter helped sponsor Camilo Esquivia-Zapata, originally from Bogotá, Colombia attendance at the September ROC. Camilo is a Junior at Benedict College, Majoring in Environmental Health Science.

Camilo is putting himself together a rather impressive résumé already. In addition to attending the OSHA 10-HR. General Industry Outreach Training Course, given by the ASSE South Carolina & Low County Chapter last December, here are some of his other credentials: