Empowering Safety Culture with Proactive Measures
Empowering Safety Culture in Metal Fabrication Industries
Join us for this immersive two-day event dedicated to advancing safety practices and fostering a culture of workplace well-being. Our 16th Annual Safety Conference brings together industry leaders, experts, and professionals committed to creating safer work environments in manufacturing and fabrication industries. This conference will be held at FMA headquarters in Elgin Illinois, from April 30 to May 1, 2024.
Connect & Learn from Safety-Industry Experts:
At the conference, you will be able to network with like-minded professionals and expand your safety network. Share experiences, exchange ideas, and build relationships that will support your ongoing commitment to safety excellence.
Hear from our lineup of distinguished speakers and educational sessions about cutting-edge developments and how to address emerging challenges. Gain insights from real-world experiences and stay ahead in the ever-evolving landscape of safety.
In addition, you will get the chance to take a tour of a local manufacturing facility to observe firsthand advanced safety protocols and technologies.
Celebrate Achievements with the Safety Awards:
After the conference, join us in recognizing outstanding achievements in safety with the Safety Awards Dinner, sponsored by CNA. We will celebrate the dedication of individuals and organizations making a significant impact on workplace safety. Select companies will receive an FMA and CNA Safety Award including Safety Awards of Honor, Merit, and Most Improved Safety Record. One organization will walk away with the prestigious Rusty Demeules Award for Safety Excellence.
Secure your spot today.
Event Details
16th Annual Safety Conference
April 30-May 1, 2024
Registration
Registration for this event is not currently open.
FMA and CNA Safety Awards
Achievements in safety by company-level members will be recognized at the conference.
Learn MoreFeatured Speakers
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Eric Hobbs
Shareholder
Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, PC -
Brenda Lovitz
Risk & Safety Manager
FlexTrades -
Jason Merschat
Founder
Advanced Process Optimization, LLC
Sessions
Merits of VPP Star Site Status and the Journey of Continuous Improvement
QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Suicide Prevention Training with NAMI of McHenry County
Earn a certificate from NAMI of McHenry County showcasing your lifesaving QPR gatekeeper skills, crucial for intervening in mental health crises. Learn how to recognize warning signs, effectively communicate with employees, and refer them to appropriate resources for support.
Understanding mental health is crucial for fostering a safe and supportive work environment. NAMI McHenry County’s mission is to provide support, education, and advocacy in order to improve the quality of life and wellness of individuals with mental health conditions and their families at no cost. The QPR's mission is to reduce suicidal behaviors and save lives by providing innovative, practical, and proven suicide prevention training. People trained in QPR learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help.
Heat Illness Prevention and Regulatory Update
OSHA Compliance is More Than a Safety Issue
Smart Weld Fume Extraction: Breathing New Life Into Welder Safety
Mobilize Safety Efforts for Maximum Impact!
Showcase Your Advancements: Rusty Demeules Award Finalists
Witness the top two applicants of the Rusty Demeules Award for Safety Excellence present their winning practices. This award recognizes organizations excelling beyond OSHA recordable incidence rates and fostering a robust safety culture. Explore their journey to the top, focusing on employee and company engagement, as well as safety structure.
2024 Finalists are:
Winner of the Rusty Demeules Award will be announced at the Safety Awards Dinner.
Safety Awards Dinner & Reception
Connect with industry partners, world-class presenters, and colleagues to make new and lasting relationships. During this evening cocktail reception, recognition dinner and presentation of the annual Safety Awards, qualifying companies will receive their Award of Honor, Award of Merit, Honorable Mention and Most Improved plaques. To cap off this event, FMA’s highest safety honor is the prestigious Rusty Demeules Award for Safety Excellence. Top finalists will be recognized, and the winner will be announced.
Location: Biaggi's Ristorante Italiano
1524 S Randall Rd
Algonquin, IL 60102
6:00 - 6:30 PM Cocktail/Networking Reception
6:30 - 8:00 PM Dinner & FMA Safety Awards Presentation
TRUMPF Smart Factory Tour
Experience innovation on a guided tour of TRUMPF's Smart Factory, where cutting-edge technology seamlessly integrates with precision manufacturing processes. Discover firsthand how advanced safety protocols, automated safeguards, and real-time monitoring ensure a secure environment, setting new standards for workplace safety in the manufacturing industry.
Transportation to and from the tour will be provided by FMA.
*Sessions, dates, and times are subject to change.
Hotel Info
Comfort Suites
Recommended Hotel:
Comfort Suites
2480 Bushwood Dr
Elgin, IL 60124
Phone: (877) 424-6423
Rate: $101 per night
Join Attendees from These Companies
- Advanced Process Optimization, LLC — Finleyville, PA
- Allegheny Steel Distributors — Indianola, PA
- Best Manufacturing Inc — Jonesboro, AR
- BTD Manufacturing Inc — Detroit Lakes, MN
- BTD Manufacturing Inc — Lakeville, MN
- BTD-GA — Dawsonville, GA
- BTD-WA — Washington, IL
- Central Plains Steel — Wichita, KS
- CNA — Chicago, IL
- CNA — Indianapolis, IN
- CNA — Littleton, CO
- DEKRA North America — Atlanta, GA
- DEKRA North America — Chicago, IL
- Feralloy Corporation — Chicago, IL
- Feralloy Gallatin — Ghent, KY
- FlexTrades — Atlanta, GA
- GH Metal Solutions — Fort Payne, AL
- Ingredion — North Kansas City, MO
- Intertek Alchemy — Austin, TX
- Ludlow Manufacturing Inc — Waukegan, IL
- Madison Area Technical College — Madison, WI
- Marsh McLennan Agency — Schaumburg, IL
- Mills Products LLC — Athens, TN
- NAMI of McHenry County — Crystal Lake, IL
- Nederman Corporation — Charlotte, NC
- Nix Companies — Poseyville, IN
- Nova Group Inc — Napa, CA
- Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, PC — Milwaukee, WI
- ONeal Manufacturing Services — Greensboro, NC
- Paragon Industrial Controls Inc — Tustin, CA
- Pitcher Insurance Agency Inc — Palatine, IL
- Precision Build — Gibsonton, FL
- Precision Tank LLC — Springfield, IL
- Richards Sheet Metal Works Inc — Ogden, UT
- RoboVent — Sterling Heights, MI
- Soundtrace — Mason, OH
- Superior Joining Technologies Inc — Machesney Park, IL
- T J Snow Co Inc — Chattanooga, TN
- Tube Bending Specialists — Minneapolis, MN
- Unipres North America — White House, TN
- WTECH - LGHS - SHESC — Topeka, KS