For decades the Delaware Contractors Association (DCA) has hosted the Governor’s Safety Award program. Now in its 22nd year, this prestigious award program honors those firms emphasizing safety while bringing distinction, skill, and integrity to the construction industry. The Governor’s Safety Award is co-sponsored by the State of Delaware’s Department of Labor and DCA. EDiS was selected by an independent team of safety judges for recognition as a recipient of this award. This year’s awards presentation was held on Thursday, April 28 at The Waterfall. The EDiS team was there to accept the award on behalf of EDiS Director of Safety & Health Jim Ruggiero for the 22nd year in a row.
Director of Safety and Health Jim Ruggiero has been at the forefront of safety at EDiS for more than a decade. Jim is a member of the Safety and Wellness Committee of the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Delaware Chapter, he’s also Chairman of the Training and Education Committee of the Delaware Contractors Association (DCA). Jim works with teams of professionals to discuss and evaluate industry best practices, educational needs, and helps develop training programs to facilitate the needs of contractors based in Delaware.