Governor Stein Proclaims Safe + Sound Week

SAFE + SOUND WEEK

2026

BY THE GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA

A PROCLAMATION

WHEREAS, the safety and health of North Carolina workers is fundamental in preventing workplace injuries, illnesses, and deaths; and

WHEREAS, in 2025 the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the workplace injury and illness rate in North Carolina was at an all-time low of 2.0 per 100 full-time workers in private industry; and

WHEREAS, safety and health programs prevent fatalities and injuries, improve compliance with regulations, reduce costs, and increase productivity; and

WHEREAS, Safe + Sound Week is a nationally recognized event that celebrates the successes of businesses that have implemented safety and health programs in the workplace; and

WHEREAS, Safe + Sound Week is an opportunity to improve the lives of North Carolina workers and increase awareness about the need for a strong occupational safety and health program; and

WHEREAS, Safe + Sound Week is an opportunity for North Carolina organizations, regardless of size or industry, to celebrate their commitment of safety to workers, customers, the public, and partners;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSH STEIN, Governor of the State of North Carolina, do hereby proclaim August 10-15, 2026, as "SAFE + SOUND WEEK" in North Carolina and commend its observance to all residents.