About the Suncoast Chapter of the ASSE

Welcome to The Florida Suncoast Chapter

About the Society:

Founded in 1911, the non-profit American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) is the world’s oldest and largest professional safety organization. ASSE is a global organization that works to advance the technical, scientific, managerial and ethical knowledge and skills of occupational safety, health and environmental professionals, and is committed to protecting people, property and the environment. ASSE provides such services as education, public affairs, government affairs, and involvement in national and international safety standards development, technical publications and timely and ongoing communications on safety advancements worldwide.

Its more than 30,000 members manage, supervise and consult on safety, health and environmental issues in all industries, government, insurance and education. Safety professionals work to prevent accidents, injuries and occupational diseases, create safer work and leisure environments and develop safer products. More information on ASSE and its programs can be found at www.asse.org.

The surge of construction and population came the need for greater safety awareness and outreach for the community and a forum where safety professionals could network and better serve the needs of the community in South West Florida. The charter certificate was granted in June of 1991. 

Recent years have seen many changes in SWFL that have effected the Florida Suncoast Chapter activities. Our Chapter meets monthly and hosts speakers from various industries to meet the needs of our community. The founders of the chapter came from the construction and general industry. Our group has grown into 85 members and we continue to promote membership as well as guests at our monthly meetings. 

Current Officers Are: