SAN
DIEGO, Feb. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- San Diego
Gas & Electric (SDG&E) announced today that its Kearny Mesa
facility, the backbone of its regional electrical operations, has
been awarded the prestigious California Division of Occupational
Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) Voluntary Protection Program (VPP)
safety certification. SDG&E is the first utility in the state
to earn this recognition for excellence in workplace safety and
health management.
SDG&E is the first utility in the state
to earn this recognition for excellence in workplace safety &
health management.
The Cal/OSHA VPP designation is the highest safety recognition
offered by the nation's largest state-run division of occupational
safety and health. It is reserved for organizations that
demonstrate exemplary safety practices, employee engagement and
injury prevention measures, exceeding standard regulatory
requirements.
"Earning the VPP recognition highlights our profound commitment
to a high-performance culture grounded in safety that not only
protects but also inspires innovation and excellence across our
organization," said SDG&E's Chief Operations Officer and Chief
Safety Officer Kevin Geraghty. "This
award isn't just a plaque on the wall; it reflects our shared
values and relentless focus on protecting each other and the
communities we serve."
SDG&E's Kearny Mesa team achieved this distinction after a
rigorous five-year evaluation process, showcasing leading-edge
safety protocols, comprehensive training programs and a proactive
culture of hazard prevention. This achievement was made possible by
the determination and collective effort of every employee who
embraced a mindset of safety and excellence.
Located in central San Diego,
the facility also hosts one of SDG&E's newest 30-megawatt
battery energy storage systems, driving innovation and reliability
with a goal of seamless power distribution.
Cal/OSHA representatives commended the Kearny Mesa office for
its innovative safety initiatives, including hazard reporting
tools, ergonomic equipment upgrades and employee-led safety
briefings that empower workers to identify and resolve risks.
"We are thrilled to celebrate SDG&E's VPP certification,
marking a significant milestone as the first utility in
California to earn this honor,"
said Cal/OSHA VPP Manager Iraj
Pourmehraban. "This achievement highlights their dedication
to creating a world-class safe and healthy work environment."
SDG&E's pursuit of the VPP certification aligns with its
broader safety strategy, which includes annual investments in
cutting-edge training simulations, AI-powered risk analytics, and
partnerships with local emergency responders.
About SDG&E
SDG&E is an innovative energy
delivery company that provides clean, safe and reliable energy to
better the lives of the people it serves in San Diego and southern Orange counties. The company is committed to
creating a sustainable future by increasing energy delivered from
low or zero-carbon sources; accelerating the adoption of electric
vehicles; and investing in innovative technologies to ensure the
reliable operation of the region's infrastructure for generations
to come. SDG&E is a recognized leader in its industry and
community, as demonstrated by being named Corporate Partner of the
Year at the San Diego Business Journal's Nonprofit & Corporate
Citizenship Awards and receiving PA Consulting's
ReliabilityOne® Award for Outstanding Reliability
Performance for 18 consecutive years. SDG&E is a subsidiary of
Sempra (NYSE: SRE), a leading North American energy infrastructure
company. For more information, visit SDGEtoday.com or connect
with SDG&E on social media @SDGE.
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