NEWS: Hillsdale Board of Public Utilities Recognized for Safety Record

HILLSDALE, Mich. (11/14/22) — American Municipal Power (AMP), Inc., has recognized the Hillsdale Board of Public Utilities for its safety record.

Hillsdale BPU received an AMP Safety Award—Transmission and Distribution during the 2022 American Municipal Power Annual Conference, which took place Sept. 26-28 in Columbus, Ohio. The award recognizes AMP member utilities which have had no time lost due to reportable accidents or injuries.

“Safety is a priority at AMP, and we commend the efforts of our members and congratulate Hillsdale BPU and all those who were recognized for their achievements,” said Michelle Palmer, AMP vice president of technical services and compliance.

Hillsdale BPU prioritizes the safety of customers and employees in all of its operations. The municipal utility conducts year-round safety training to ensure that all utility employees are able to go home safe to their families every night.

“This AMP safety award is a testament to the safety briefings, trainings and exercises that we do on a regular basis,” said Ken Keasal, Hillsdale BPU safety coordinator. “Our electric department personnel have all bought-in to creating a strong culture of workplace safety, and we’re proud of their accomplishments.”