McWane Ductile Utah earns back-to-back safety recognition

McWane Ductile Utah (MDU) has once again been recognized for its commitment to workplace safety, receiving the 2026 Award of Merit & Honor from the Utah Safety Council for the second consecutive year.

The award recognizes organizations that demonstrate a strong commitment to safety through an incident rate below the national industry average, continuous improvement or sustained excellence, and the maintenance of core safety programs.

The award was presented Sept. 24 during the Utah Safety Council’s Annual Meeting and Awards Ceremony at the Viridian Event Center.

At MDU, safety is more than a requirement, it is a daily priority reinforced through programs that encourage team member involvement, hazard awareness and accountability.

One key initiative is the plantwide Field Level Risk Assessment program, which encourages team members to identify the primary hazards associated with each job or task and verify that appropriate control measures are in place before work begins.

MDU also has implemented a Personal Safety Interaction (PSI) program. Each team member is expected to complete at least two interactions per week. The process begins with an observation and discussion, creating an opportunity for team members to share feedback, identify potential concerns and conclude with a commitment to safe work practices.

“The Utah Safety Council Award of Merit & Honor 2026 recognizes our commitment to workplace safety as we make safety a daily priority,” said MDU General Manager Jared Ellison.

Receiving the award for a second consecutive year reflects the team’s continued dedication to maintaining a safe workplace and strengthening a culture where everyone plays a role in looking out for one another.