On April 28, the unions of the AFL-CIO will observe Workers Memorial Day to remember those who have suffered and died on the job, and to renew the fight for safe jobs.
Elevating workplace safety and health issues is more important than ever. At a time of deep division, the desire for a safe and healthy workplace is something that unites people, and is important for our organizing, bargaining and advocacy.
This is an urgent moment to hold the line against attacks on worker health and safety.
Each day, more than 380 workers are killed and more than 8,600 suffer injury and illness because of dangerous working conditions that are preventable.
Join us on April 28 to “Hold the Line for Safe Jobs!”
Traditionally, we have asked our affiliates to purchase wreaths for the ceremony. While we will have a couple of wreaths again, the Health & Safety Committee is instead asking affiliates to please consider making a donation to support the Connecticut Council on Occupational Safety and Health, better known as ConnectiCOSH.
ConnectiCOSH is the state's oldest coalition fighting for safe and healthy workplaces and communities. They work to educate, support and train workers about how to stay healthy and safe in their workplace. And for years, they have actively participated on our Health & Safety Committee.
If your union is interested in contributing, please donate online. Or you can send a check to ConnectiCOSH, 683 North Mountain Rd, Newington, CT 06111.
We look forward to seeing you on April 28.
In solidarity,
Connecticut AFL-CIO Health & Safety Committee