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Cost Saving Programs

Greater Cincinnati Safety Council

The Greater Cincinnati Safety Council is one of the largest in the region and offers opportunities for reduced workers’ comp premiums via the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation.

How it Works

The Greater Cincinnati Safety Council (GCSC) was started in 2005 and is one of the largest Safety Councils in the region. It is comprised of local companies from all industries dedicated to the safety of their employees. Greater Cincinnati Safety Council meetings are free for Cincinnati Chamber members and merit opportunities for reduced workers’ comp premiums.

Why Enroll

Thousands of Ohio employers find value and increased risk management awareness by actively participating in their local safety councils. The Greater Cincinnati Safety Council can help your company get valuable safety information, networking, and rebates on your workers’ compensation premiums through attendance at our monthly meetings.

Savings

Rebate on your workers' compensation premiums

Benefits

  • Free for Chamber members
  • Earn a 3% safety council rebate on your workers’ compensation premium
  • Whether you are a current, past, or new member, you are required to enroll for the new program year
  • Capitalize on safety education
  • Learn methods to reduce the number and severity of claims
  • Network with other safety professionals in our region
  • Stay informed on all the additional programs and services offered by the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) to help manage claims and worker safety in your company

Learn more about how the OBWC helps you save money

Not sure if your company is enrolled for the 2023-2024 program year?

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Greater Cincinnati Safety Council Meeting Schedule

Greater Cincinnati Safety Council meetings are held the second Wednesday of each month. After two years of virtual programming, the Greater Cincinnati Safety Council has returned to in-person meetings at Ensemble Health Partners, 11517 Reed Hartman Hwy, Blue Ash, OH 45241.

Meeting Location
Ensemble Health Partners
11517 Reed Hartman Hwy
Blue Ash, OH 45241

Meeting Time
2:30–4:00 p.m.

2023-2024 GCSC Meetings

July 12, 2023 Ergonomics: Cheryl Giordano, BWC Department of Safety
August 9, 2023 Safety Leadership: Brian Dunoway, Sheakley
September 13, 2023Accident Analysis: Jonathan Zimmerman CSP, EHS Pepsi
October 11, 2023Emergency Action Plan & Workplace Violence: Donna Mingerink MS CSP, AIMRO
November 8, 2023Safety Culture: Tommie Brode
DecemberNo Meeting
January 10, 2024GCSC Membership Updates | Marijuana - It's Here to Stay, Brad Weber
February 14, 2024How to Interact with your Local Fire Department: Blue Ash Fire Department | Stop the Bleed: Gina Menninger
March 13, 2024Managing Workers' Compensation Claims: Sheakley, Tim Clark (OBWC), & Melissa Allen (Cincinnati Museum Center)
April 10, 2024How to Prevent Fatigue in the Workplace: Meridan McGraw
May 8, 2024
June 12, 2024

2023 -2024 Meeting topics might include:
Creating a Safety Culture
CPR and First Aid
Managing a Workers’ Compensation Claim
Wellness in the Workplace
Workplace Violence
Accident Analysis
Fatigue in the Workplace
New Cell Phone Laws
Ergonomics
Driver Safety Program
Emergency Action Plan
Safety Grants

Please note: Topics and speakers are subject to change.

Beth McNeill
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