Blue Bird employees; Allan Williams shares his experience as a union member, discussing the importance of standing strong and the benefits of a union contract. Learn how union membership can improve quality of life, healthcare, and retirement plans. Be inspired by Allan's story of empowerment and solidarity in the face of intimidation and scare tactics.
🚨 Former tire builder and USW National Director for Canada, Marty Warren, shares a shocking revelation from his past work experience. Workers unknowingly used a toxic and carcinogenic chemical called benzene as a hand cleaner and rubber enhancer. The Right to Know and Right to Protect legislation exposed this dangerous practice, emphasizing the need for robust worker protection laws. Stay informed and stay safe! #WorkerSafety #RightToKnow #ToxicChemicals 🧤🔧🏭
Marty Warren, USW Canadian National Director addresses the 2023 USW Health, Safety, and Environment conference. He shares his personal experience working at a tire plant where workers were exposed to toxic chemicals without proper protective measures. Warren highlights the union's history of fighting for the rights of workers exposed to occupational diseases and discusses two recent incidents resulting in the deaths of Steelworkers. He encourages Steelworkers to continue demanding better enforcement of health and safety regulations and to never stop fighting for the safety of workers.
On Tuesday, October 11 2021, Kelsey Stitt recieved a phone call that no family member ever wants to recieve. Her husband, Ken Stitt, had endured a serious injury at the NLMK Steel Mill in Ferell, PA. Ken died from his injuries at the hospital, and from that moment, Kelsey's world would be forever changed. Listen as she tells her story.
On Workers Memorial Day, we gather to remember those who have tragically lost their lives on the job and those who have suffered debilitating injuries and illnesses. United Steelworkers (USW) proudly presents this tribute to our fallen brothers and sisters, as we stand in solidarity with workers and their families across the globe. 🕯️ Join us in honoring their memory and supporting the fight for safer workplaces.
Steelworker Alex Perkins talks about the importance of joining a union for better wages, benefits, dignity, and a voice in the workplace. He shares his own experience working at Blue Bird Bus 24 years ago, where he made $16 an hour and encourages viewers to vote union YES. Joining a union can provide workers with collective bargaining power, job security, and training opportunities. By standing together, workers can advocate for policies that benefit them and their families. Watch this video to learn more about the benefits of joining a union for a better future.