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Upcoming Events With GLSTC

Annual Safety Celebration

Join us for our Annual Safety Celebration! Enjoy dinner and an inspiring presentation from Tim Bish, who will explore the expanding role of artificial intelligence (AI) in workplace safety and how organizations can use these tools to strengthen protection for employees.

We are also now accepting nominations for the Pete Crawford Safety Champion Award, which recognizes a GLSTC Member Company that demonstrates outstanding commitment, passion, and dedication to employee and colleague safety.

Sponsorship Opportunities Available to Support the Safety for the Kids Program

Proceeds from GLSTC’s Annual Meeting benefit the Safety for the Kids Program, supporting scholarships for students pursuing trade careers or degrees with an emphasis on safety. The program also helps supply safety training and equipment to high school building trades programs across the Great Lakes Bay Region.

College Scholarship Available

The American Association of Safety Councils Scholarship provides a $1,500 award to support students pursuing their educational goals.

Applicants must meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

Be an employee of an AASC Safety Council, or an immediate family member (including those under legal guardianship). Employment or council membership must be current and have been established for at least twelve (12) months.
Be an employee of an AASC Safety Council member company, or an immediate family member. Company membership must be current and active for a minimum of twelve (12) months.
Be a current board member of an AASC Safety Council, or an immediate family member.

In addition, applicants must be full-time students at an accredited college or university and be at the sophomore level or higher. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 is required.

Scholarship recipients are selected by the Scholarship Committee based on community and school involvement, leadership experience, honors or awards received, and a written essay. Strong emphasis is placed on the essay, which should describe how safety and health play an important role in the applicant’s life and/or future career.

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Build Like a Girl

ABC Greater Michigan is hosting a free, hands-on event to inspire female students in grades 5–12 to explore careers in the construction industry. Students will work alongside industry professionals, try out tools and activities, and hear from dynamic speakers—all while gaining exposure to exciting career pathways. Parents or guardians are encouraged to attend and participate.

The event takes place on February 25, 2026, from 5:30–8:30 PM. This engaging evening is made possible through collaboration with industry partners committed to growing the future construction workforce.

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Safety Resource

National Heart Awareness Month

Did you know...?

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, but up to 80% of heart disease and stroke cases are preventable through healthy lifestyle choices. Simple steps like staying active, eating heart-healthy foods, managing stress, and knowing your blood pressure and cholesterol numbers can make a big difference.

Staff Celebrations

Please join us in wishing Lynette Wisniewski and Spencer Snapp a very happy birthday! We appreciate your hard work and positive energy each day. Wishing you both a fantastic birthday and an even better year ahead!

Happy work anniversary to Jacob Lockwood and Melody DeBolt! Thank you for your continued dedication and contributions to the team.

Upcoming Specialty Classes

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^{Confined Space Entry & Rescue:}^Wed.,^{March 4 & Thurs., March 5}

Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS): Feb. 16 - Feb. 20

Fall Protection Authorized User: Tues., February 24 @ West MI Construction Institute in Grand Rapids

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