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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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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

" After the loss of my youngest son in 2013, I always felt I was alone until I found USMWF in 2016 at a Safety Conference in Nebraska. USMWF  has helped me grow, heal and be able to share my son's story about fatigue in the workplace."
Thank You, 
~ Lurri Schoenrock

• USMWF is a wonderful organization, I lost my husband in 2022. I was really struggling when I found
  USMWF, from the moment I contacted them they treated me like family. Everyone is understanding and so helpful. I never knew there was such a thing as fallen workers Memorial Day, now not only do I know about it, but I also had the privilege of joining some of these amazing people for that week. I met so many people going through the same thing as myself. I could never say enough good things about this
  group.   
              ~ Thank you, Renee Scarberry

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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I was blessed to have been introduced to USMWF in April 2024. I was invited to the Workers
Memorial in Washington D.C at the U.S Department of Labor by a OSHA family Advocate. At
this time I met USMWF members. Before meeting these wonderful people. I felt lost and like no
one can understand my pain of my Husband not returning home from work. But I was wrong.
When someone has endured the Loss of a Loved one from a Workplace Fatality, they know
your pain. I met Rena and many more who are definitely very supportive.
The USMWF website has so much supportive information. I am truly thankful for when I am
having my bad days, there is always someone to give support . The have table talks which are
meant for every situation in the loss of a Loved one who would like to participate. Because of
this organization I realized, I was able to meet and talk with other spouses who were affected by
a Workplace Fatality and realized my actions are normal. We all do the Exact same things in are
mourning and loss of are Spouse. Throughout the year USMWF website keeps you informed on
situations happening and any events that may take place.
I truly am Thankful for USMWF. I can honestly say I would be in a bad place if I was never
introduced to this Organization. I highly recommend anyone who needs support to contact them.
With this organization are Loved one is never forgotten. I can not Thank the USMWF
Organization and staff enough.

~Christine Pedregon​

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

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

​Workplace Fatalities In The News