Founded in 1911, ASSE sets the standard for Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) excellence and ethics. Our Society connects over 37,000 OSH professionals around the world, creating a network of resources in 80 countries. We promote the expertise, leadership and commitment of our members, while providing them with professional development, advocacy and standards development. We are a visible advocate for professionals through proactive government affairs at the federal and state levels, and in member-led relationships with key federal safety and health agencies. Our members create safer work environments by preventing workplace fatalities, injuries and illnesses. Besides recording less lost time and lower worker compensation costs, organizations with strong safety performance enjoy increased productivity, a better reputation and higher employee satisfaction.