Recognizing Industry Leaders A t this year’s Annual Meeting, held on March 17-18 at the stunning Sundance Mountain Resort, Utah Petroleum Association (UPA) proudly honored the industry’s commitment to safety, environmental stewardship and community engagement. These awards celebrate the individuals and companies making a lasting impact in Utah’s oil and natural gas sector through innovative initiatives and unwavering dedication. Safety Leadership Award: Driving a Culture of Safety Safety is at the heart of our industry, and this award recognizes outstanding contributions that have enhanced workplace safety programs, fostered a culture of accountability and introduced innovative solutions. This year’s nominees included: • Berry Petroleum — Workplace Violence Prevention & Training • Chevron — Management of Work Permitting Process (Derek Christensen) • Greylock — Engineering Controls — Automated Telemetry System • Sawtooth Caverns — Established an Internal Safety Council • HF Sinclair — Refinery Safety App Winner: Sawtooth Caverns — Established an Internal Safety Council Sawtooth Caverns has elevated its safety culture through a proactive and employee-driven approach, emphasizing process safety management (PSM) and engagement at all levels. Following multiple near misses, the company established the Sawtooth Safety Council, a cross-functional team designed to foster collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. Led by Terminal Manager Josh Morris and EHS Representative Jonathan Lovell, the council includes rotating members from operations, control room, lab and maintenance teams, ensuring diverse perspectives in monthly safety discussions. Key achievements include enhanced procedure accuracy, increased participation in safety initiatives, and a noticeable cultural shift towards proactive safety ownership. By empowering employees to take an active role in safety improvements, Sawtooth Caverns has strengthened its commitment to excellence in workplace safety. UPA’s 2025 Safety, Environmental and Community Champions 20 UPDATE
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