Our Outreach
Truckers Against Trafficking
Modern-day slavery, or human trafficking, exists whenever people are bought and sold for forced labor or commercial sex. Around the world, it is estimated that there are over 40 million slaves today. Human trafficking has been reported in all 50 states, and the number of victims in the United States is estimated in the hundreds of thousands, according to Truckers Against Trafficking.
Safety Management Systems is a proud Copper Sponsor of Truckers Against Trafficking, an organization that aims to combat human trafficking. Truckers Against Trafficking recognizes that members of the trucking, bus, and energy industries are invaluable in the fight against this heinous crime.
The organization trains truckers to become an extra pair of eyes for law enforcement at truck stops and rest areas. This effort is instrumental in helps to prevent the exploitation of victims.
Safety Management Systems is very proud and honored to support such an incredible organization.
Asbestos
Asbestos exposure in the workplace can cause a number of major health problems. Long-lasting effects from the toxic mineral can contribute to several diseases, including lung cancer and mesothelioma. Appropriate safety measures always need to be taken when working with asbestos.
Working With Asbestos
Working with asbestos long term increases the risk of developing an asbestos-related disease. Cumulative short-term occupational exposures also raise your risk. On the job asbestos exposure is the No. 1 risk factor for mesothelioma, asbestosis, several types of cancers and other serious illnesses.
While asbestos use began to decline in the 1970s and asbestos mining ended in the U.S. in 2002, asbestos has continued to be imported into the country. Imported raw asbestos is mostly used in the chlor-alkali industry. Asbestos vehicle friction products, sheet gaskets and brake block imports have also continued, and some workers use these products daily.
It's important to protect your workers.
For more information visit asbestos.com
NicaPhoto
SMS360 is also a proud supporter of NicaPhoto.
The mission of NicaPhoto is to empower disadvantaged children and their families living in the poorest barrios of Nicaragua, allowing them to reach their full potential, and in doing so, to break the cycle of extreme poverty.
They do this in a holistic manner through educational support in the form of tutoring, art and enrichment to develop the creative spirit and critical thinking, as well as programs in health, nutrition and personal and community development. For more information visit Nicaphoto.org