The West Central Ohio Safety Council, founded in 1955, is co-sponsored by the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation, Division of Safety & Hygiene and the Lima/Allen County Chamber of Commerce. Our mission is to increase awareness of the importance of safety, health, and wellness in area businesses and communities of the West Central Ohio/Greater Lima Region.
For additional information on how to participate in the Safety Council, contact Deb Katzenmeyer at 419.222.6708 or dkatz@limachamber.com.
Contact Deb Katzenmeyer, Manager, West Central Ohio Safety Council
Check Attendance as of Mar 21 2025
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The West Central Ohio Safety Council holds its monthly meetings on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:30 AM at Howard Johnson Lima. We are your go-to resource for occupational safety, health, and wellness, including workers’ compensation information and other essential resources.
Join us for these meetings to gain valuable insights and education on safety, health, and wellness—helping to create safer workplaces and homes. If there are specific topics you’d like us to cover, please let us know by clicking the button below to email us.
Register for April 8, 2025 Meeting
Membership Dues
$250 – ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DUES FOR FY2025
(July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026).
Each annual membership allows two people to attend all monthly meetings at no cost. If a member registers more than 2 people, the charge is $10 for each additional. The non-member charge per meeting is $25 per person.
Registration for each meeting is required due to the need for a headcount for setup and food.
Rebate Information FY26 – Coming Soon
Steering Committee Members
President: Amy Ricker, Lima Pallet Company
Vice President: Crystal Jackson, Cenovus-Husky Lima Refinery
Past President: Craig Hohenbrink, INEOS
Tony Daley, Spallinger Millwright
Joe Hutton, Fort Amanda Specialties
Butch Blankenship, BWC Rep
Josh Unterbrink, Chamber Liaison
Safety Council Manager: Deb Katzenmeyer
Click here to view recorded BWC webinars
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The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation offers occupational safety, health, and ergonomic courses for Ohio employees to attend. Classes are available online and held throughout the state at our regional service offices.
One of the benefits for employers with active workers’ compensation coverage is that there is no additional charge to register their employees for classes. Below is a list of courses available online and at BWC training facilities throughout Ohio.
Register for courses online using the BWC Learning Center, or call 1-800-644-6292 or 614-995-8622.
Click here to view BWC online training resources
BWC Safety Newsletters – Archived
Sign up for a free copy of Safety + Health Magazine – a publication of the National Safety Council.
Visit https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/topic-newsletter-signup#print-sub for online resources and articles.
Safety Council Goals
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Enhance Member Engagement
- Strengthen connections with our membership through meaningful interactions, regular updates, and feedback opportunities.
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Expand Online and Media Presence
- Increase visibility through social media, press conferences, and traditional media to highlight key initiatives and meeting discussions.
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Exceed BWC Program Requirements
- Provide 12 high-quality, in-person training sessions annually that go beyond compliance to offer valuable, practical safety education.
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Facilitate BWC Updates and Insights
- Ensure members receive timely reports and updates from the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) on relevant safety and regulatory matters.
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Strengthen Community and Business Partnerships
- Continue to collaborate with regional community organizations and businesses to enhance workplace safety initiatives.
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Expand Collaboration with Regional Safety Councils
- Explore innovative partnerships with other regional safety councils to offer joint training sessions and shared resources.
West Central Ohio Safety Council Partners
Activate Allen County Newsletters
Lima Allen County Regional Planning Commission,
Safe Community Coalition