Brothers and Sisters,

This morning I post this entry with a heavy heart. One of our brothers was injured in an unfortunate accident yesterday in Ramsey N.J. This young talented Line Technician was rushed to a burn unit in New Jersey. I ask for all of your thoughts and prayers for his speedy recovery. I have to take this opportunity to remind all workers to pay attention to whatever job you're assigned to. I understand how much this impacts each and every one of you that work at O&R however we must continue to remain focused. The commodities that we work with everyday are extremely dangerous and demand undivided attention. I am proud to serve as the President/Business Manager of the finest workers in the utility industry. Local Union 503 members are the best at what they do. Coming from the Line Technician classification myself makes this time extremely difficult. I know first hand the issues and hazards associated with the simplest of tasks. So whether you're working with electric, gas, reading or testing meters, maintaining a facility, testing equipment, repairing vehicles, or are in an office working remember to do 1 task at a time and when that task is completed safely move on to the next. Please Brothers and Sisters remember SAFETY FIRST. We must watch out for each others welfare at all times. The reason that we of the IBEW call each other Brother or Sister is that's what we are, FAMILY.
 

Fraternally Yours,

Brian W. Scott
PROUD
President/Business Manager
IBEWLU503