The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) is asking downstate working communities to submit nominations for individuals who have contributed exceptionally to the health and safety of their workers.

These individuals will be honored with the Governor’s Award for Health and Safety at the 23rd annual Downstate Illinois Occupational Safety & Health Day (DIOSH) on March 5, 2014.

The Department’s Safety Inspection & Education Division enforces occupational safety and health standards Illinois public sector, provides consultation services to small businesses and highlights the importance of workplace safety and health.

Nominations and self-nominations for the Governor’s Award can be sent to the following address:

Nancy Crain-Brown
Coordinator of DIOSH Day
c/o Greater Peoria Contractors & Suppliers
Association, Inc.
1811 W. Altorfer Dr.
Peoria, IL 61615
Fax: 309-692-5710
Email: nancy@gpcsa.org

All nominations must be submitted to the office by January 3, 2014. The nomination form is available at www.dioshday.com.