Czarnowski Sponsors Safety Training in Denver

Chicago, IL (January 13, 2012) Czarnowski, a leading exhibit marketing firm,  sponsored a full-day safety training program for members of the Denver Theatrical, Stage, Film and Exhibition Employees Union, IATSE Local 7 in Denver last month.

The CZero Accident Plan, delivered by trainer Frank Marino, delivers detailed and specific industry training on use and safety related to ladders, scaffolding, rigging and other show floor equipment.    Participants in the program, held at the Colorado Convention Center, included 120 Union members, workers dispatched from the Union Hiring Hall, employees of other major companies in the trade show and exhibition industry, AV companies and independent contractors. Space was provided by SMG. "Our labor Union believes that the strong industry partnerships in this City are a contributing factor in helping make Denver a desirable destination for meetings, trade shows and conventions,” said Joe Psuik, union president.

Czarnowski developed its CZero Accident Plan three years ago, and since then has trained approximately 650 members of its internal show-floor work force. "Training has made our work force as prepared as possible—and significantly reduced injuries,” says John O’Shea, director of field services for Czarnowski and current president of the Exhibit Appointed Contractor Association (EACA). O’Shea reports that since the implementation of the program, Czarnowski has reduced workman’s compensation claims by 75%.

Czarnowski is now offering its program to convention centers across the country.  "Increased safety benefits all of us; workers, customers, convention centers and the exposition industry," says O'Shea.

At Czarnowski, we love what we do. Since 1947, companies of all sizes and industries have counted on us to create dynamic trade show exhibits, events and branded environments that exceed expectations and achieve objectives. Through a network of US-based and international offices, we provide: strategy, design, fabrication, experience mapping, rental solutions, transportation, I&D, storage, refurbishment,  program management, marketing collaboration, brand support, event planning and program measurement. We strive to continually improve our processes and to increase the sustainability of our products and operations.