United Support & Memorial for Workplace Fatalities

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UNITED SUPPORT & MEMORIAL FOR WORKPLACE FATALITIES

We believe we are the missing step to preventing work related incidents, illnesses and diseases through the voices of our family member victims sharing their loss and how it has forever impacted their life. Presenting at safety conference(s), with employers virtually/in person and through our podcast/blogs & USMWF's Family Booklet their loved one's incident and the overwhelming mental, physical pain and suffering as well as the financial burden it has on those that are left behind. These are lessons learned putting the, "it can happen to you" aspect into our testimonies.

USMWF is striving to prevent/eliminate issues and reasons for occupational incidents and through our program we will also be able to research and connect sharing lessons learned to prevent work related incidents, illnesses and diseases.

MEMORIAL CANDLES

Through the month of December with a kind donation of $10 USMWF will shine bright as our Main Facebook page's cover image is virtually lit with candles in memory and honor of our fallen workers. Each candle will shine bright with a special message for a fallen worker.

#GivingTuesdayUSMWF November 30, 2021

OUR MISSION

Offers support, guidance and resources to those affected by work-related injuries, illnesses or diseases. Dedicated to sharing lessons learned that leads a movement of change in promoting actions for safe and healthy working conditions. Through the collective voice of families of fallen workers and other activists, we strive for the elimination and controls of workplace hazards
– therefore preventing future tragedies.

OUR VISION STATEMENT

USMWF is an organized community of dedicated family member victims, a nationally recognized non-profit leader driving the transformation of the work environment to safe and healthy conditions for all employers and employees – both today and tomorrow.

TODAY OVER

Workers were fatally injured
in the U.S.

IN 2019

Workers fatally injured
in the U.S.

APPROXIMATELY

Family members affected by a loss of a loved one due to a work accident each year in the U.S.

You are not alone. We are here for you.

USMWF is a national support as group made up of emphatic families who have been there and understand the emotions and questions you may have regarding the loss of your family members. We know and understand the devastation which takes place in the mind, body and soul and we strive to help you and others from having to go through both the grieving process and investigative process alone. It's important that you know you are not alone.

*Please visit our Family Welcome Page

ANNOUNCEMENTS

USMWF and University of Kentucky Research Study.

USMWF knows and understands first hand the devastation one goes through after a tragic, unexpected loss due to a work related incident, illness or disease. We know that grief is full of powerful emotions and many ups and downs with no time frame given till its end. We are proud to have partnered with researchers at the University of Kentucky to understand more about how a work related loss impacts family member victims.

We are asking if you have lost a loved one due to a work related incident to take the time to complete the online survey. Together we can make a difference and this truly can lead to a powerful statement and changes from us as family member victims.

Click here to complete the Workplace Loss Survey.

HONORING OUR FALLEN WORKERS

Douglas Tout, 44

Justin Harrington, 27

Terence Wade Akard, 19

USMWF invites you to add the face of your loved one that you lost due to a workplace incident. For more information go to our
"Face Campaign"

Face Campaign

SUPPORTING & WORKING WITH USMWF

USMWF and Families In The News

"New OSHA Directive Focuses on Family Members Of Workers Killed on the Job."- Safety + Health an NCS Publication
on July 28, 2021
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"USMWF seeks to help families grieving with loss or injury from incidents at the workplace" - 5NEWS WEB STAFF on January 21, 2020

Article >>

"Why do so many US workers fall to their deaths?" - By The Guardian on January 20, 2020

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USMWF IS PARTNERING WITH
COLUMBIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY

GETTING INVOLVED

USMWF is always looking for individuals and groups to help us gain awareness about workplace fatalities and injuries and offer support to family members across the United States. We have a wide range of activities such as speaking, writing letters, helping with events, hosting events and much more. We already have some Wonderful Volunteers.

USMWF SEARCHING FOR LIAISON REPRESENTATIVES
USMWF is still looking for representatives in each state ready to make a difference and make workplaces safer for all as we truly could not reach our mission without the help and dedication from family members and friends such as yourself. For more information please contact Tonya Ford at tonyaford@usmwf.org

SUPPORT USMWF's NEBRASKA MEMORIAL MONUMENT

Find out how you can join the cause and purchase a raffle today and support our Nebraska Memorial Monument.

Supporting Voices

Special thank to Tammy for all the times you took to listen to me. Want to share with Brittany will be graduating from college on Thursday. One of many milestones in life - bittersweet moment that her dad is not her to see but happy that life goes on. Those taken too soon will always be remembered forever more with their footprints left on our hearts.
– Sharon Nichols

USMWF has helped me get through a tough time. I lost my son's father/ex husband, and USMWF showed me that I wasn't alone. I love how every year they light up the page during Christmas to keep loved ones, lost in a work accident that could've been prevented, alive! I've also met some great people!
– Michelle Dunn

Still have problems with the reality. After this happened I knew from experience where the investigation was going and the "penalties" as well. I am grateful for the work USMWF does and how Tammy and crew have provided support. DCS
– Donald Coit Smith

If nothing else USMWF opened my eyes. Of course I knew people died on the job. What I didn't know until my husband Doug died and I joined the ranks is how many. I honestly had no idea. To also have someone who shared my outrage that the news of Doug's accident was somehow kept out of the papers and off the news. Shared in my frustration at how the employer can reduce the fines imposed by OSHA. And understood my anger about the number of times employers are permitted to appeal. It's nice to have someone who listens and understands. It still breaks my heart how the size of this group grows daily and the continued lack of regard for safety companies continue to have.
– Tina Tout

I lost my brother simply because fixing a dangerous boiler was in CVR's 5 year plan. Yet that boiler had been in operation since 1959. We lost a great man because they didn't want to spend the money to fix it. There should be no acceptable risk in the workplace. Russell Mann 1967-2012.
– Genevia Mann-Haley

I can never say enough about how wonderful this organization is and how much I admire Tammy and her staff for this deeply meaningful service. On behalf of the National Association of Safety Professionals and its thousands of members I salute the USMWF.
– Tom Hardin, President NASP

As young children in preschool or even as a toddler we learn consequences. If a teacher does not do their best to keep the students in their class safe and learning parents and even state officials step in and change policies. Why is it as adults in a workplace our employers not made to keep their workers safe. They can be as simple as protective equipment or extensive training on regulations.
– Nicole Holmes Boone

When I lost my son, Zach in 2013 I was contacted by Mr. Wally and told about USMWF. The people are wonderful and understand what you are going through. Through them I have talked to and stay in touch with other families and they help and I hope I help as well. Thank you all!
– Linda Clanton McCardle

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