For immediate release: March 27, 2012

Workplace Safety Takes Center Stage at the Ohio Safety Congress & Expo 2012

BWC, Miss Ohio to recognize Ohio employers for outstanding safety innovations

COLUMBUS - Ohio Safety Congress & Expo 2012 (OSC12), the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC) annual three-day health and workers' compensation conference begins today and runs through Thursday at the Greater Columbus Convention Center.

New this year is the first annual Safety Innovations Award competition recognizing Ohio employers that have developed innovative ergonomic or safety solutions in their workplaces. Ellen Bryan, Miss Ohio 2011, will join BWC Administrator/CEO Steve Buehrer to present awards and discuss her role as national spokesperson for lightning safety after her sister Christina was injured on the job after being struck by lightning.

Who: Steve Buehrer, Administrator/CEO, Ohio BWC*
Ellen Bryan, Miss Ohio 2011, and lightening safety advocate

When: Wednesday, March 28, 2012 at 3:45 p.m.

Where: Greater Columbus Convention Center Grand Ballroom
400 North High Street, Columbus

OSC12 is the state's largest and longest-running occupational safety, health and workers' compensation conference. Attendees can earn continuing education units by attending more than 180 sessions ranging in topics from industry specific safety classes, to creating a wellness program and how to handle an active shooter in the workplace. The Expo Marketplace features exhibitors offering safety services, industrial supplies, and safety equipment and gear.

Visit ohiobwc.com to learn more about OSC12 and Safety Innovations Award nominees.

*Administrator Buehrer will also deliver welcome and opening remarks Wednesday morning at 9:45 a.m. in the Grand Ballroom.

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