DES PLAINES, IL (July 15, 2003) --- The Anaheim, California-based Orange County Chapter of the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) recently presented $1,000 to the ASSE Foundation for occupational safety, health and environmental scholarships, research and professional development grants.

The Orange County Chapter includes over 350 safety professionals from various companies and industries in the surrounding area. The chapter is a long-time supporter of the ASSE Foundation and its mission of advancing the safety, health and environmental profession.

Chartered in 1990, the ASSE Foundation is committed to ensuring the future of the occupational safety and health profession by providing financial resources to individuals and organizations. This year the Foundation awarded nearly $60,000 in annual scholarships to occupational safety, health and environment college students. Funding for the Foundation comes from corporations and voluntary donations from ASSE members - individual and through chapters countrywide for applied safety research, scholarships, fellowships, internships and professional development. For more information on the Foundation and its programs visit www.asse.org/foundat.htm.

Founded in 1911, the non-profit ASSE is the oldest and largest professional safety organization and is committed to protecting people, property and the environment. Its more than 30,000 members manage, supervise, research and consult on safety, health, transportation and environmental issues in all industries, government, labor and education. Contact ASSE at www.asse.org for more information.

     

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