FLORENCE — McLeod Occupational Health received two statewide safety awards for 2024 from Palmetto Hospital Trust, recognizing its efforts to protect employees and maintain high standards of care.
The organization earned the Safety Award and the Claims Impact Reduction Award. Both honors highlight McLeod’s commitment to creating a safe environment for its employees, which directly supports the delivery of dependable, high-quality care for patients, according to a release.
The Safety Award is given to organizations that achieve a Risk Reduction Objectives score of 90 percent or higher while keeping a claims rate of 2.70 or below. McLeod met those goals by completing more than 90 percent of safety and prevention objectives set by Palmetto Hospital Trust. Those include staff training, hazard correction and improved reporting.
The Claims Impact Reduction Award recognizes organizations that maintain Lost Time Claim Frequency and Severity Rates below the statewide average. McLeod’s performance demonstrates its ability to minimize injuries and respond quickly when incidents occur, according to a release.
These awards are administered through Antum Risk on behalf of Palmetto Hospital Trust, a self-insurance pool serving hospitals and healthcare organizations across South Carolina.
McLeod Occupational Health works with area businesses and industries to improve employee health through onsite clinics, biometric screenings and occupational health network. The team collaborates with employers to design programs tailored to their workforce needs.
By focusing on prevention and rapid response, McLeod aims to create a safer environment for employees, which in turn supports better patient care, according to a release. The recognition reflects a system where workplace safety and healthcare quality go hand in hand.
For more information, visit www.mcleodhealth.org or call (843) 777-2592.
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