GD Package Machinery Achieves SHARP Designation

Secretary of Commerce and Trade Michael Schewel announced that GD Package Machinery, 501 Southlake Boulevard in Chesterfield County, has achieved designation as a Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) site. This is a voluntary protection program under the auspices of the Virginia Department of Labor and Industry. GD Package Machinery is a packaging machinery manufacturer that employs 170 people.

SHARP recognizes worksites that operate exemplary safety and health programs that result in the immediate and long-term prevention of job related injuries and illnesses. As part of the recognition for achieving SHARP status, the worksite is entitled to fly a SHARP flag, which has been given to company representatives.

Virginia Department of Labor and Industry Commissioner C. Ray Davenport noted, “We are very proud of GD Package Machinery’s achievements. Commitment to safety and health and hard work on the part of all management and employees has made GD Package Machinery, a safer, healthier and better place to work.”

The Virginia Department of Labor and Industry offers two, voluntary protection programs – the Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) for small businesses and the Virginia Voluntary Proteciton Program (VVPP) for employers of any size. Additional information can be obtained by contacting Nancy Jakubec, Director of Cooperative Programs, at (804) 786-6359.