Woodbine Receives $1,650 as 2015 ACMJIF Safety Incentive Program Award

WOODBINE — The Atlantic County Municipal Joint Insurance Fund has reported that the Borough of Woodbine has earned $1,650 as a result of the Borough employees’ outstanding performance in the 2015 ACMJIF Safety Incentive Program.
The Safety Incentive Program is intended to foster a safety attitude among the municipal members, change behaviors to create a safer work environment, and promote continuing efforts to “Change the Culture”. The awards will be celebrated during the Annual Safety Kickoff Breakfast on April 14.
The Safety Incentive Program required the execution of the “Safety Contract” and the completion of various reports confirming compliance with JIF safety criteria; these reports were evaluated by the JIF Safety Director to determine municipal compliance with these criteria.
During 2015, members competed against a set of standards established by the Executive Safety Committee to determine their rewards. Due to its employees’ efforts, Woodbine Borough qualified for reimbursement of $1,650 to be used for recognition of the employees’ safety accomplishments.
The award letter added: “We would also like to extend our Congratulations to your Fund Commissioner Lisa Garrison, your Safety Coordinator James Gurdgiel, and all your employees who played an important role in achieving these results. Their dedication to the principles of the JIF has enabled them to effectively communicate the importance of the safety program and their continuing commitment to the safety of all employees.”
Mayor Pikolycky added,” I join ACMJIF in congratulating Borough Clerk Lisa Garrison, Department of Public Works Supervisor Jimmy Gurdgiel, and all our employees on this accomplishment. In keeping with best practices, attaining these goals promotes public safety and produces an economic benefit through the receipt of this increased funding award. These funds will enable us to continue enhanced safety programs and equipment purchases.”