June 28, 2022

National Safety Conference for US poultry industry to feature safety best practices, new innovations

The National Safety Conference for the Poultry Industry will provide poultry facility and safety professionals in the United States the necessary tools to help ensure the continued well-being and protection of industry personnel.

The conference, sponsored by the Georgia Tech Research Institute/ATRP and the US Poultry & Egg Association (USPOULTRY), is scheduled for August 15-17 at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa in Destin, Florida, the United States.

"This year's National Safety Conference will include key presentations on important industry topics and updates on government policy," said Adrienne Allison, safety director of Tyson Foods, Inc., and programme committee chairperson. "Highlights will include a presentation on safety's response in an avian influenza outbreak, a workplace violence panel, whole health after injury, and managing heat stress. This is a great opportunity for furthering education and connecting with your peers."

A variety of other topics will also be covered, including "A Safety Leader's Professional Development Journey"; "Incident Investigation Training: What Should Safety Professionals Be Asking?"; "Safety Innovation Winners Best Practices"; and "Safety's Role During Crisis Events".

A networking and knowledge exchange opportunity with other safety and health professionals will also be offered during the event's roundtable discussions, in addition to the Safety Award winners and Innovation Award winners being announced.
 

- USPO