Forty-nine companies, led by L'Oreal Walton, honored with Governor's Safety and Health Awards for their outstanding commitment to workplace safety and health standards.
The annual Governor's Safety and Health Conference and Exposition, held in Owensboro, Kentucky on August 8, 2025, celebrated the accomplishments of 49 Kentucky employers who achieved exceptional workplace safety and health records[1]. Collectively, these companies logged over 60.4 million consecutive hours worked without a workplace injury or illness resulting in lost time[1].
One of the standout achievements was by L'Oreal Walton, who specifically logged an impressive 1,448,252 hours without lost time due to injury or illness[1].
The conference, which attracted over 300 attendees from across the commonwealth, offered workshops on various safety and health topics, including confined space rescue, emergency response planning, and suicide prevention[1]. Technical training sessions covered a wide range of subjects, providing employers with valuable insights and resources to improve their safety practices.
Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman highlighted the importance of these achievements in promoting economic growth and job opportunities, while also emphasizing the need for continued efforts to alleviate workplace hazards and protect Kentucky workers[1]. She urged employers to partner with KYSAFE, a programme offering free educational opportunities, training, technical assistance, and confidential services for Kentucky employers[1].
The Governor's Safety and Health Awards Program is administered by KYSAFE. The programme aims to promote worker safety in the commonwealth and has been successful in helping employers save more than $26 million in potential fines in 2024[1]. Employers interested in learning more about KYSAFE can visit kysafe.ky.gov.
The Education and Labor Cabinet, in partnership with the Kentucky Safety and Health Network Inc., has been hosting this annual conference and exposition for over four decades, dedicated to raising awareness about occupational safety and health[1]. Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman also took the opportunity to tout Team Kentucky's economic and workforce achievements during the conference luncheon[1].
The conference serves as a platform for learning about the latest trends in the occupational safety and health industry, networking, and celebrating workplace safety and health excellence[1]. For those interested in accessing the complete and specific list of recognized Kentucky employers with their corresponding safety records, the official announcement or publication from the Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet or the Governor’s Safety and Health Conference resources stemming from the August 2025 event is the best source of information[1].
[1] Information sourced from the Governor's Safety and Health Conference and Exposition held in Owensboro, Kentucky, on August 8, 2025.
- The Education and Labor Cabinet, in partnership with the Kentucky Safety and Health Network Inc., offers free educational opportunities through KYSAFE, a program designed to help businesses improve their safety practices and health records.
- L'Oreal Walton, a Kentucky employer, achieved an exceptional safety record, logging an impressive 1,448,252 hours without lost time due to injury or illness.
- The annual Governor's Safety and Health Conference and Exposition, held in Owensboro, Kentucky, recognizes businesses that prioritize health and safety, with financial benefits like saving over $26 million in potential fines in 2024.
