Initiatives
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. SWANA's safety initiatives represent part of that effort.
SWANA recognizes that, in the solid waste industry safety matters! #SWANASafety
January 07, 2021
SWANA Condemns Yesterday’s Attack on Democracy at the U.S. Capitol
SWANA condemns the violent, unlawful revolt against civil authority and America’s democratic processes and institutions that took place yesterday in Washington, D.C.
December 16, 2020
BLS Reports Solid Waste and Recycling Collectors Have Sixth Highest Fatality Rate
SWANA pushes to keep reducing incidents through continued safety focus, training, and resources
July 16, 2020
Planning for Changes During the Coronavirus Pandemic and Beyond
By: Robert Craggs and Veronica Roof
June 17, 2020
Latest trends & best practices to keep solid waste workers safe
By: Robert Craggs and Veronica Roof