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Pollak Industries is SHARP
 After
several years of coaching from OSHA's Consultation program and a desire
to reach the maximum recognition level for their safety agenda, Pollak
Industries became a SHARP site in May 2003. Located in Pensacola, Florida,
Pollak manufactures plant sleeves, survey stakes, and several concrete
products. With a total of 128 employees, Pollak reports only 2 injuries/illnesses,
a Total Case Incidence Rate (TCIR) rate of 3.8, and a Days Away, Restricted,
Transfer (DART) rate of 0.0 after its first year in the SHARP program.
These rates are especially impressive because Pollak's workforce includes
persons with developmental disabilities.
The safety and health culture at Pollak is strong and is faithfully communicated
to both employees and customers alike. "The company is an ideal example in the
execution of management commitment and employee participation," says one of Pollak's
own. In addition to its philosophical dedication to safety and health, Pollak
works hard to secure buy-in from all staff for its safety and health program;
has established a highly respected safety committee â- on which employees are
honored to serve; is dedicated to hazard analysis â-emphasizing hazard prevention
and control; and makes safety and health training available to all employees.
At Pollak, safety adds value on a daily basis, resulting in innovative accident
prevention, employee confidence, and overall success for the triple bottom line.
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