American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE)

Are you a member of the American Society of Safety Engineers? If you are a safety professional and not a member, you are doing yourself a disservice!

I just moved back to upstate New York after a 14 year absence. And, last evening, I attended a meeting of the Central New York Chapter of ASSE. I've been an ASSE member for 25 years and as I moved around I joined chapters in Orlando, Fort Myers, and Dallas - all were very rewarding experiences. But, the CNY Chapter is where I started and it was great to renew old friendships.

It's interesting that all of the Safety Professionals with whom I commiserated over the years have become great friends. I remained in contact with many from Central New York over the past 14 years, and many from Central Florida, and will continue to keep in touch with my friends in Southwest Florida and Dallas. These people enrich my life both personally and professionally and we all continue to rely on each other for support in our careers.

I cannot imagine my safety career without my fellow ASSE members and if you are a safety professional who has not yet found ASSE - find your local chapter and join today! Click here for joinder information.

After my 14 year hiatus from the CNY ASSE Chapter, it felt like I hadn't even been away! So, the "moral of the story" is - if you join, attend your local chapter meetings! The networking is one of the most valuable things offered.