December 05, 2024 - Gettysburg, PA
Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) Secretary Nancy A. Walker today visited the Gettysburg Foundation to commend its managers and workers for implementing innovative safety policies that protect workers on the job, presenting the organization with a 2024 Governor's Award for Safety Excellence (GASE). Operating several key historical sites, the Gettysburg Foundation is one of two employers recognized by the Shapiro Administration this year with a 2024 award. "Ensuring the safety of workers is among the highest responsibilities of any employer, and is a top priority for the Shapiro Administration," said L&I Secretary Nancy A. Walker. "The Gettysburg Foundation exemplifies what can be achieved when safety becomes a shared priority among management, employees, and guests. Their dedication not only protects workers but also sets a powerful example for tourist organizations across Pennsylvania." Speakers Include: Barbie Matthie, McConkey InsuranceKris Heister, Superintendent, Gettysburg National Military ParkGene Barr, Board of Directors Vice Chair, Gettysburg FoundationNancy Walker, Labor & Industry SecretaryGerald Mullery, Deputy Secretary, Compensation & InsuranceBrian Shaffer, Vice President of Facilities, Gettysburg Foundation