HONORING   |   SUPPORTING  |  EDUCATING  |  PREVENTING

Together We Can Make A Difference 

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.
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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.

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Support Us

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MEMORIAL CANDLES

For a kind donation of $10 a tribute will be made on our Facebook page in memory and honor of your loved one/fallen worker on a special day (Birthday, Anniversary Date and other special days).

We thank you in advance for your support in helping us honor and recognize your loved one one his/her special day.

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You Are Not Alone

We can all help prevent suicide.

The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

USMWF is made of families that know and understand what you are going through today, tomorrow and for days to come.  However, we are not a counseling services and although we are always here for you if you feel suicidal we urge you to call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline as it is only 3 important numbers away. 

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​MARK YOUR CALENDARS:

Loss of a Spouse Table Talk:
Tuesday, December 17th at 7pm EST (6pm CST).
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Email us at [email protected] for zoom information.

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Loss of a Child Table Talk:
Thursday, December 19th at 7pm EST (6pm CST).

Email us at [email protected] for zoom information.

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TODAY OVER

Workers were fatally injured
​in the U.S.

IN 2023

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 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.

​HONORING OUR FALLEN WORKERS

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 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

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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

​Workplace Fatalities In The News