May 21, 2009
11:30am
Induction of Chapter Officers and General Business Meeting
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Founded in 1911, the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) is the nation’s oldest and largest organization of safety professionals dedicated to the preservation of health, property, and the environment. Its more than 32,000 members manage, supervise and consult on safety, health, and environmental issues in industry, insurance, government and education.
The New Orleans chapter’s 200 members are safety leaders in local industry, small business, and public sectors. The New Orleans chapter provides professional development to members, safety education to the public, and safety recommendations to legislative bodies. The New Orleans Chapter is also the mentor chapter to the Delgado Community College ASSE Student Section.
The New Orleans Chapter is a part of ASSE’s "Region IV." The Region includes Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands.
The Greater Baton Rouge, Bayou, Arklatex, and Acadiana Chapters are also part of Region IV’s "Louisiana Area."
The American Society of Safety Engineers Foundation, established by and in partnership with the American Society of Safety Engineers, generates funding and provides resources for scholarship, applied research, academic accreditation, and related academic initiatives in order to advance the safety, health, and environmental profession.
The Foundation currently supports these initiatives:
Fostering Future Safety and Health Professionals
Award scholarships, internships and fellowships to students and faculty pursuing safety and health studies in accredited college and university degree programs.
Conducting Applied Safety Research
Support safety and health research initiatives and publish findings that advance accident and illness prevention.
Expanding Accreditation of Safety and Health Curriculums
Provide funding and direction to colleges and universities with safety degree programs seeking ASSE/ABET accreditation.