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OSHA recognises Cintas in Springdale, AR, US for safety
Cintas Corporation's Springdale, Arizona, US location has received Voluntary Protection Program Star certification from the Occupational Safety & Health Administration.
The announcement took place during a special ceremony on last week at the Cintas location at 580 North Monitor Road in Springdale.
Special guests included Carlos Reynolds - area director- OSHA; along with several other Cintas employee-partners.
VPP Star is OSHA's highest recognition for the practice of and commitment to exemplary occupational safety and health, earned by businesses that meet rigorous safety requirements. Cintas is the number one participant in the US for companies with VPP sites, with approximately 250 facilities throughout the world actively pursuing VPP recognition by OSHA or the equivalent under a similar certifying body.
"Achieving VPP Star certification is truly a special accomplishment because our employee-partners are the true leaders in our safety journey," says Ryan Scogin, general manager at Cintas Springdale. "Together, we've created and sustained an environment where all partners are passionately engaged and take ownership in a safe work environment."
Since 2010, 96 Cintas locations have been recognized under the VPP program. Cintas also participates in similar programs in Canada, Mexico and Honduras.
Cintas Corporation helps more than one million businesses of all types and sizes by providing a wide range of products and services that enhance image and help keep their facilities and employees clean, safe and looking their best. Its products and services include uniforms, mats, mops, washroom supplies, first aid and safety products, fire extinguishers and testing, and safety and compliance training.
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