Strengthening Safety Standards: NWRA & SWANA Joint Committee Session

Join leaders from the National Waste & Recycling Association (NWRA) and the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) for a dynamic joint session focused on advancing safety across the waste and recycling industry.

Attendees will hear from industry leaders about progress in aligning safety standards, sharing anonymized safety data, and amplifying outreach campaigns.  The session will highlight the ongoing partnership between NWRA and SWANA, including the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed at WasteExpo® 2025, which formalizes joint efforts in safety, education, and advocacy.  Whether you are a safety professional, organization leader, operations manager, or frontline worker, this session offers actionable insights and networking opportunities to help build a safer, stronger, and more resilient workforce.

Speakers

  • Kristyn Oldendorf
    Senior Director of Public Policy & Communications
    Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA)
  • Kirk Sander
    Chief of Safety and Standards
    National Waste & Recycling Association