SlateSafety Congratulates UCOR on Winning the Verdantix EHS Innovation Excellence Award

Clint Wolfley and Chris Ward show off Verdantix Award

February 13, 2024

Atlanta, GA – SlateSafety®, a prominent technology provider in connected safety, extends congratulations to United Cleanup Oak Ridge (UCOR) for its recognition in the prestigious Verdantix EHS Innovation Excellence Award Americas 2023 for Safety Performance Improvement.

The 2023 EHS Innovation Excellence Awards Americas, organized by Verdantix, celebrates innovative organizations and individuals that have demonstrated exceptional advancements in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS), Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), sustainability, and operations. To secure this recognition, applicants must showcase how they have leveraged cutting-edge technology and forward-thinking strategies to achieve tangible and noteworthy results.

UCOR, a standout winner in the Safety Performance Improvement category, was recognized for successfully partnering with SlateSafety to implement worker wearable technology that reduced heat-related illnesses and enhanced safety in high-hazard environments. This innovative approach showcased UCOR’s commitment to the safety and well-being of their employees.

closeup of 2 workers resting, both with a SlateSafety BAND V2 on their arms.
SlateSafety’s BAND V2 is a physiological monitoring device that helps prevent heat stress.

“Since adoption of the SlateSafety system, the UCOR workforce has worked more than 10 million hours without experiencing a heat-related lost workday case away illness or injury.” said Clint Wolfley, UCOR’s Chief Safety Officer.

SlateSafety commends UCOR for their outstanding commitment to safety performance improvement and innovation. Their recognition by Verdantix is a well-deserved accolade, underlining their dedication to driving innovation in EHS.

“UCOR continues to set new standards in safety innovation. This award is further validation of their commitment to excellence for connected worker technologies and SlateSafety is honored to be a partner on the journey to a safer future,” said Zack Braun, CEO of SlateSafety.

For more information about SlateSafety and its innovative safety technology solutions, please visit www.slatesafety.com.

About SlateSafety

SlateSafety is a leading provider of cutting-edge Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) solutions. We empower organizations to enhance workplace safety, streamline compliance, and drive sustainability through innovative technology and expert guidance. Our mission is to create safer work environments, protect lives, and support a sustainable future.