Advocacy
Safety First in the Solid Waste Industry
SWANA has a strong commitment to safety and is determined to help move the waste collection industry off of the federal government’s list of 10 most dangerous jobs and reduce accidents and injuries. These safety initiatives represent part of that effort.
SWANA recognizes that, in the solid waste industry safety matters! #SWANASafety
SWANA Safety Initiatives
Safety Awards
SWANA Safety Awards honor safety best practices and successes.
Safety First
Safety First is a weekly newsletter with safety tips to share at meetings and for posting around your workplace.
Hauler Outreach
Help share SWANA resources at Hauler Safety Outreach events across North America.
Safety Pledge
Take the SWANA Safety Pledge to show your commitment to protecting yourself and others from harm every day.
Safety Ambassadors
SWANA Safety Ambassadors serve as safety leaders in all 47 chapters in the United States and Canada.
5 to Stay Alive
SWANA has a safety campaign of five simple tips to help solid waste workers stay safe on the job.
Slow Down to Get Around
Slow Down to Get Around is a national safety campaign reminding motorists to drive more carefully when near waste and recycling collection vehicles.
American National Standard for Waste and Recycling
American National Standards (ANSs) applicable to Equipment Technology and Operations for Wastes and Recyclable Materials.
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