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News Article | May 21, 2026

A Culture of Safety: Protecting Our Own

“When we prioritize safety, we become more productive, engaged, and committed to our work.” Human Relations Director Daleo Freeman provides an overview of services offered by the Human Relations Department that support worker safety and wellbeing.

News Article | May 21, 2026

Driving and Working Safely

MVS Director Michael Foster addresses safety concerns in the Motor Vehicle Service craft such as postal vehicle service vests and training for next generation delivery vehicles.

News Article | May 21, 2026

Enforcing Safety Through the Maintenance Pecking Order for Filling Vacant Positions

Maintenance Craft Director Idowu Balogun discusses the negotiated pecking order for filing maintenance vacancies via Article 38.8 and explains USPS selection criteria prohibitions.

News Article | May 21, 2026

Nevada Postal Workers Say: Vote-by-Mail — Keep it, Protect it, Expand it.

On May 21, postal workers in Nevada held a press conference about their new ad promoting Vote-By-Mail.

News Article | May 21, 2026

Organizing for Safety

News Article | May 21, 2026

Safety and Support: The Vital Role of Occupational Health Nurses in APWU Support Services

Support Services Director Kimberly Maurer highlights the vital role Occupational health Nurses play in workplace safety in the postal system.

News Article | May 21, 2026

The Numbers Don’t Lie: Vote-by-Mail Is Safe, Secure, Reliable

“As postal workers, we have proven that we can efficiently process and deliver ballots during every election season.” Legislative & Political Director Judy Beard discusses the efficacy of vote-by-mail and mail-in ballots.

News Article | May 20, 2026

Clerk Craft Receives Mixed Results in Two National Awards

Clerk Craft Director Lamont Brooks discusses two recent national-level arbitration awards regarding Dispatch Coordinator position and an MOU regarding Clerk Craft jobs, as well as safety tips specific to workers in the Clerk craft.

Event | May 19, 2026

2026 New Jersey State Convention

May 19 – May 21, 2026 The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino1000 BoardwalkAtlantic City, NJ, 08401 NJ State Convention Package Rate | Deadline April 24$650.00 PER PERSON- At Hard Rock CasinoPackage includes: Registration Fee, Room Accommodations for May 19th and 20th 2026Breakfast and Lunch and the Aw...

News Article | May 19, 2026

Labor History: Fatal Explosion at IMC Fertilizer Plant Exposed Preventable Hazards, Human Toll of Unsafe Work Practices

This month in Labor History, we look back at the 1991 chemical plant explosion at IMC Fertilizer Plant in Sterlington, LA, a tragedy that led to stronger OSHA oversight, union-led workplace safety reforms, and stricter enforcement of industrial safety standards.

News Article | May 19, 2026

Safety Committees at the Local Level

Joint safety committees are paramount to building a strong safety network to help enforce workplace safety. Learn how to start a safety committee in your local:

News Article | May 19, 2026

Safety Is A Fundamental Right for All Employees at the USPS

“Safety is a fundamental right for all employees who work for the United States Postal Service.” – Central Regional Coordinator Amy Puhlaski shares information on key handbooks and manuals that every worker should be aware of that provide guidance on workplace safety and enforcement.

News Article | May 19, 2026

Safety Practices at Work Must Become Second Nature

Industrial Relations Director Charlie Cash shares a story about a workplace injury due to lack of oversight, urging, “Safety must become one of the first things you think about when you go to work.”

News Article | May 19, 2026

Talk is Cheap: Safety Matters

“APWU has launched our Talk is Cheap: Safety Matters campaign, and it begins with you. Every member needs to download the safety checklist at: apwu.org/safety.” APWU President Smith urges members to hold management accountable for workplace safety.

News Article | May 19, 2026

Workplace Safety Is a Fundamental Right

Workplace safety is a fundamental right. The Industrial Relations Department calls on union workers to continue to fight for stronger protections, management accountability, and safe working conditions.