Governor's Employee Safety Awards (GESA)
GESA 2010 nomination deadline extended
Nominations are due to ORIM by close of business May 30, 2011.
Each department is authorized two nominations (a single nomination can be either an individual or a group). Some departments are authorized additional slots, based on size (PDF).
To nominate an outstanding candidate please fill out the GESA Nomination Form (WORD).
Awards are given in individual, group and departmental categories according to different criteria. Download the nomination criteria (PDF).
The Governor's Employee Safety Awards (GESA) were established in 1980 to highlight and encourage safety on the job by recognizing individuals and groups who have provided outstanding safety and health service to the State. Awards are presented to individuals or groups who have responded to hazardous or life threatening events, as well as those who have developed safety programs that are not part of their normal duties during the preceding year.
Employees can also be nominated for a GESA award for either driving 500,000 miles or working 500,000 hours safely (can qualify if the miles or hours are accumulated in more than one year).
Request for sSate Miles Driven (WORD)
State Miles Driven Point-of-Contact Form (WORD)
No GESA ceremony in 2011
Due to budget constraints, the Governor's Employee Safety Awards ceremony will not be held this year. Certificates and awards will be distributed to the departments and individuals in recognition of exemplary service and achievements. We regret that we are not able to personally present the awards this year.
The effort to promote workplace safety during 2010 is highly commendable and sincerely appreciated.
If you have questions, please contact:
Tavelle Matteucci
State Wide Health and Safety Program Coordinator:
Tavelle.Matteucci@dgs.ca.gov 916.376.5309.