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Food and Protein Industry Health and Safety Roundtable

Exploring Best Practices and Strategies for Managing Occupational Health and Safety in Food and Protein Processing Facilities

Monday, September 23, 2024

2:00 PM ET / 1:00 PM CT / 11:00 AM PT / 7:00 PM GMT

Duration: 30 minutes

Sponsor: Medcor

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Summary

This roundtable will address the unique health and safety challenges faced in the food and protein processing industry, with a particular emphasis on the implementation and operation of onsite occupational clinics. Attendees will gain valuable insights from seasoned professionals who have firsthand experience in managing occupational injuries and illnesses within their facilities.

This event will feature a dynamic roundtable format, where experts will share best practices and innovative strategies, followed by an engaging Q&A session. This discussion will empower attendees to ask questions and explore actionable solutions that can be directly applied to enhance the health and safety of their workforce.

Key Topics: 

  • Real-world experiences from industry experts and clients on operationalizing onsite clinics.
  • Best practices for managing occupational health and safety food and protein processing facilities.
  • The role and benefits of onsite clinics in treating workplace injuries and illnesses
  • Interactive Q&A session with industry experts to address specific challenges and solutions.

Speakers

Heath Garey | Corporate Manager of Health and Safety | Hormel Foods Corporation

Heath Garey is the Corporate Manager of Health and Safety at Hormel Foods Corporation, a global branded food company based in Austin, Minnesota. With over two decades of experience in health and safety management, Heath has played a pivotal role in leading Hormel to its safest year in company history. His deep understanding of the food industry and commitment to employee well-being, education, and prevention make him a valuable asset to the organization.

Kevin Kemp | Senior Plant Safety Manager | Simplot

Kevin W. Kemp serves as the Senior Safety Manager for North America and Latin America within the Global Food Group at J.R. Simplot, a prominent agribusiness and food processing company based in Boise, Idaho. With more than a decade years of expertise in safety management, Kevin has been a key figure in enhancing safety standards across the company's operations. His comprehensive knowledge of the agribusiness sector, coupled with a strong commitment to workforce safety, education, and proactive risk management, has significantly contributed to J.R. Simplot's reputation for operational safety.

Brady Terveen | Director of Customer Success | Medcor

Brady Terveen is the Director of Customer Success at Medcor, bringing nearly two decades of critical care nursing experience to his role. With a deep understanding of healthcare and a commitment to client satisfaction, Brady ensures that Medcor's services meet the highest standards of quality and care. His extensive background provides invaluable insights into the needs of employers, particularly in the protein and food processing industries, making him a key leader in delivering exceptional customer success.

Chelsea Murach | Director of Customer Success | Medcor

Chelsea Murach is the Director of Customer Success at Medcor. As a McKenzie Certified Doctor of Chiropractic, Chelsea made the transition to Medcor where she has gained extensive experience in setting up occupational health programs in some of the most complex and challenging worksites. Her expertise in both chiropractic care and occupational health allows her to design and implement programs that ensure the wellbeing and safety of workers, making her a vital asset to the Medcor team.


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