Werner Enterprises Champions Workplace Safety with National Safety Stand-Down Initiative

Werner Enterprises Reinforces Commitment to Workplace Safety with National Safety Stand-Down Initiative

Werner Enterprises, a prominent leader in ladders and fall protection equipment, actively participates in the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) National Safety Stand-Down initiative, which takes place from May 5-9, 2025. This initiative aims to address one of the most critical issues in the construction industry: workplace falls. By hosting over 750 hands-on safety training events across the United States, Werner aims to educate approximately 60,000 trade and construction professionals on effective fall prevention strategies and safety best practices. These training sessions are designed to provide vital knowledge on ladder safety, proper use of fall protection equipment, and overall safety protocols that are essential in mitigating risks during construction activities.

Chad Lingerfelt, Director of Training and Jobsite Safety & Security at Werner, highlights the importance of equipping workers with the necessary tools and information to foster safer job sites. The comprehensive training approach includes both in-person and virtual formats to accommodate various learning preferences and schedules, ensuring that a diverse audience of industry professionals can participate. By focusing on practical skills and safety awareness, Werner’s initiative not only aims to reduce incidents of falls but also promotes a culture of safety that can have lasting benefits for the entire construction sector.

In addition to the hands-on training events, Werner Enterprises is committed to enhancing accessibility to safety education through on-demand resources and webinars. These materials are available in both English and Spanish, catering to a broad spectrum of professionals, including safety directors and general contractors. By making these resources widely available, Werner reinforces its dedication to improving safety standards across the industry and ensures that workers are well-prepared to implement safety measures on job sites.

The National Safety Stand-Down initiative exemplifies Werner’s proactive stance on workplace safety and its ongoing commitment to reducing the leading cause of fatalities in the construction industry. Interested parties can access these valuable training sessions and resources by visiting Werner's official website, where they can schedule safety training tailored to their specific needs. Through these efforts, Werner Enterprises continues to lead by example, advocating for safer working conditions and the importance of safety education in the construction and trade sectors.