Bendix plant notches safety milestone

Feb. 4, 2011
Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC said its Acuña I manufacturing facility in Acuña, Mexico, achieved zero recordable accidents in 2010. And that record came despite a 13% increase in work hours from 2009

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC said its Acuña I manufacturing facility in Acuña, Mexico, achieved zero recordable accidents in 2010. And that record came despite a 13% increase in work hours from 2009.

The company added that, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the injury rate for similar manufacturing facilities was 5.2 in 2009– meaning an average of 5.2 recordable injuries for every 100 employees.

“Achieving this milestone reflects the commitment of our local plant leadership and our workforce to embrace, enable, and consistently implement a comprehensive safety culture,” said Maria Gutierrez, Bendix health, safety & environmental manager. “Accident reduction translates to reduced costs, increased line productivity, and improved employee morale.”

Sponsored Recommendations

Reducing CSA Violations & Increasing Safety With Advanced Trailer Telematics

Keep the roads safer with advanced trailer telematics. In this whitepaper, see how you can gain insights that lead to increased safety and reduced roadside incidents—keeping drivers...

80% Fewer Towable Accidents - 10 Key Strategies

After installing grille guards on all of their Class 8 trucks, a major Midwest fleet reported they had reduced their number of towable accidents by 80% post installation – including...

Proactive Fleet Safety: A Guide to Improved Efficiency and Profitability

Each year, carriers lose around 32.6 billion vehicle hours as a result of weather-related congestion. Discover how to shift from reactive to proactive, improve efficiency, and...

Tackling the Tech Shortage: Lessons in Recruiting Talent and Reducing Turnover

Discover innovative strategies for recruiting and retaining tech talent in the trucking industry during this informative webinar, where experts will share insights on competitive...

Voice your opinion!

To join the conversation, and become an exclusive member of FleetOwner, create an account today!