August 2007 (Saginaw, MICHIGAN) – R.C. Hendrick & Son, one of the oldest continuously family-owned-and-operated construction companies in Michigan, has received a safety commendation for its exceptional safety program from Accident Fund Insurance Company of America.

Founded in 1876, R. C. Hendrick & Son directs general contracting, construction management and design/build projects. Phil Hendrick, vice president, and one of the fourth-generation owners in the family business, accepted the award on behalf of the more than 50 employees who work for the company.

“Safety is a business decision and it’s the right thing to do for your employees. When our employees stay safe, we’re more efficient,” says Hendrick. “It also means that our workers comp costs will be lower, which allows us to keep our prices competitive. The bottom line is that a good safety record is good for our business.”

Jim Fisher, senior loss prevention consultant for Accident Fund, said that the company earned the award for bottom line results -- including an incidence rate below the national average – as well as a long history of commitment to workplace safety.

“These folks understand that safety is good business,” says Fisher. “They encourage me to go out and visit their job sites regularly to see if there is anything they can do to improve. They are always looking to promote job site safety to their employees.”

R.C. Hendrick & Son, Inc. is a highly skilled and motivated company dedicated to a tradition of building excellence. R.C. Hendrick & Son, Inc. 2885 S. Graham Rd. Saginaw, MI 48609. Phone: (989) 781-8116.

Headquartered in Lansing, Michigan, Accident Fund Insurance Company of America is one of the largest writers of workers compensation insurance in the United States. The company also provides third party administration services and disability management. Founded in 1912, Accident Fund is rated “A” (Excellent) by A.M. Best. Accident Fund is the parent of Wisconsin-based United Heartland, which also writes workers compensation insurance.
 

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