This week the Burn Foundation officially launched the new Firefighters of Vegas Calendar. The organization celebrated at Able Baker Brewing, where attendees could purchase the calendar and have it signed by many of the featured firefighters. The organization is planning pop-ups around town in August and September. The Firefighters of Vegas Calendar is … [Read more...] about Burn Foundation Officially Launches New Firefighters of Vegas Calendar (w/ Video)
Occupational safety and health
North Las Vegas Fire Department Receives Firefighter Appreciation Donations in Celebration of National First Responder Day
The North Las Vegas Fire Department (NLVFD) and Southwest Gas celebrated National First Responder Day with a donation of firefighter appreciation bags. Southwest Gas donated 1,250 bags to fire departments across Southern Nevada. The reusable gift bags, assembled by members of the Southwest Gas employee volunteer group Building Lives Up Everywhere, were stuffed with popcorn, … [Read more...] about North Las Vegas Fire Department Receives Firefighter Appreciation Donations in Celebration of National First Responder Day
Nevada Mining Association Announces 2021 Operator Safety Awards
Recipients showcase an industry-wide commitment to safe mining operations The Nevada Mining Association (NVMA) is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2021 Mine Operator Safety Awards. The awards celebrate Nevada’s mining operations that make an extraordinary commitment to workplace safety. “Nevada mining continues to set the bar high when it … [Read more...] about Nevada Mining Association Announces 2021 Operator Safety Awards
As Temperatures Climb, Outdoor Workers Seek Shade and Hydration
Unforgettable Coatings Inc. provides water and Gatorade for its crews Summer is back in Las Vegas, and as the valley experiences its first triple-digit heatwave of the year, outdoor workers are getting creative finding ways to work in the shade. According to Justin Swenson, General Manager of Production for Unforgettable Coatings Inc. — a commercial painting and roof … [Read more...] about As Temperatures Climb, Outdoor Workers Seek Shade and Hydration
Caesars Entertainment Gives Back to Las Vegas Team Members Over the Holidays as Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino Reopens
In advance of the Christmas holiday, Caesars Entertainment, Inc. leaders and volunteers plan to distribute 20,000 frozen turkeys and festive cookies to Las Vegas Team Members in a contactless drive-thru outside the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino throughout the week. Additionally, Caesars Entertainment has resumed hospitality and gaming operations at the Rio today, December … [Read more...] about Caesars Entertainment Gives Back to Las Vegas Team Members Over the Holidays as Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino Reopens
Caesars Palace Celebrates Its One Millionth Mask Recipients with Commemorative Gold Masks and More
Since reopening in June, Caesars Palace Las Vegas reached the impressive milestone of distributing one million masks to guests at the iconic resort today, Nov. 6. In true Caesars fashion, Caesar and Cleopatra of the resort’s Royal Court surprised the special guests, Loreto and Mercedes Lagrisola of San Diego, who received the golden one millionth masks with a … [Read more...] about Caesars Palace Celebrates Its One Millionth Mask Recipients with Commemorative Gold Masks and More
Nevada Department of Education and THT Health Announce the Statewide Launch of the Taskforce Initiative for Educator Safety and Screening (T.I.E.S)
The Nevada Department of Education (NDE), in partnership with THT Health, (formerly known as Teachers Health Trust) announced the Taskforce Initiative for Educator Safety and Screening, or T.I.E.S, to promote the health and safety of staff, students, families, and communities by preventing the introduction and spread of COVID-19 in Nevada’s schools. T.I.E.S. was designed in … [Read more...] about Nevada Department of Education and THT Health Announce the Statewide Launch of the Taskforce Initiative for Educator Safety and Screening (T.I.E.S)