National Occupational and Process Safety Conference & Exhibition 2017

Event Dates
2017-05-17 - 2017-05-18
Venue
New Orleans Marriott Conference Center
Organizer
American Fuel and Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM), formerly National Petrochemical & Refiners Association
Website
http://www.afpm.org
Exhibitors
0
Attendees
400
Event contact title
Manager
Event contact first name
Merla
Event contact last name
Zollinger
Email
[email protected]
Event contact telephone number
202-457-0480
Description
The National Occupational & Process Safety Conference features an overview of both occupational and process safety challenges affecting the petroleum refining and petrochemical manufacturing industries. Presentations given at the conference provide attendees with practices, ideas, and learning opportunities to improve safety performance at their site and company. Topics include Human Reliability, Lessons Learned, Fall Protection, Industrial Hygiene, Process Safety Metrics, Employee Involvement, and Facility Siting of Tents. The Exhibition, held as part of the conference, gives attendees the opportunity to meet and talk with representatives of companies offering a variety of safety-related services to the refining and petrochemical industries. The culmination of the meeting is the Safety Awards Event held on the final evening of the conference. This event celebrates and honors the industry's excellent safety achievements. Be sure to purchase your tickets for this event when you register. Mark your calendar to join us again in New Orleans!
Attendee information

Industry safety managers, engineers and experts are expected to attend the conference. This conference provides attendees an excellent opportunity to increase their safety knowledge, share best practices, and network with industry experts.Conference sessions are not held during official exhibit hall hours so that attendees can dedicate their time and focus to doing business on the show floor. The exhibition encompasses 4.5 hours of unopposed show time scheduled during lunch and late afternoon reception hours to encourage traffic flow to the hall. Complimentary food and beverage service is provided in the hall.The conference is a 2-day program consisting of a general session and workshop/discussion groups.

Exhibitor information

This conference features an overview of safety challenges and issues affecting refineries and petrochemical plants. It assembles 400 individuals from industry and government agencies with responsibility for health/safety, safety procedures, training, fire protection, emergency response, incident reviews, safety regulations, and safety management. Leading industry experts share valuable insights to promote safety and accident prevention through general session presentations, workshops, and discussion groups. Each workshop track has a collection of presentations, discussion forums, and question and answer sessions. Exhibitors are encouraged to attend the workshops and discussion sessions.to share their expertise and experiences.

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MGM Resorts is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse culture, not just among employees and guests but also within its supply chain. The company prioritizes procuring goods and services from businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, people with disabilities, LGBTQ individuals and those facing economic disadvantages. This commitment is integral to MGM Resorts' global procurement strategy.    Through its voluntary supplier diversity program, MGM Resorts actively identifies and connects certified diverse-owned suppliers to opportunities within its supply chain. The company is on track to spend at least 15% of its biddable procurement with diverse-owned businesses by 2025, demonstrating that supplier diversity is not only a social responsibility but also a strategic business imperative.    Supplier diversity isn’t just the right thing to do – it’s good for business. A diverse supply chain allows access to a broader range of perspectives and experience, helping to drive innovation, entrepreneurship and resilience, while strengthening communities. At MGM Resorts, engaging diverse suppliers ensures best-in-class experiences for guests and clients. Supplier diversity ensures a more resilient supply chain while supporting economic development in the communities in which it operates.   The impact of MGM Resorts' supplier diversity initiatives is significant. In 2023, these efforts supported over 3,500 jobs across more than 30 states, contributed over $214 million in income for diverse-owned businesses and generated more than $62 million in tax revenue. The story extends beyond the numbers – it reflects the tangible benefits brought to small and diverse-owned businesses, fostering economic empowerment in their communities.    MGM Resorts also supports the development and business skills of diverse-owned businesses through investment, mentorship and education. Through the MGM Resorts Supplier Diversity Mentorship Program, the company identifies, mentors and develops diverse-owned businesses to fill its future pipeline, while providing businesses with tools and resources to empower and uplift. Since 2017, the program has successfully graduated 105 diverse-owned businesses and is on track to achieve its goal of 150 graduates by 2025.     MGM Resorts’ commitment to supplier diversity not only enhances its business operations but also plays a crucial role in uplifting communities and fostering economic development. This approach reinforces the idea that diversity is a powerful driver of innovation and resilience, benefiting both the company and the wider community.   
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