West Fraser continues to support local community groups and charities after celebrating three years without a Lost Time Accident (LTA) on-site, ensuring their local community is able to thrive within a difficult economy
Wood-panel manufacturer West Fraser has recently donated £2,500 to the Cowie Rural Action Group (CRAG), a group which runs annual community events for all residents in Cowie to enjoy.
In an effort to help the group to support events such as cooking and art classes, play days for children and community bingo, the donation will also contribute to the Action team’s recent installation of a local defibrillator, a potentially life-saving piece of equipment for residents to use in case of an emergency.
Along with this, the Cowie United Football Club’s girls’ team, also received a £500 donation allowing them to purchase new football kits.
The importance of providing support for Cowie community groups
Clare Stevenson, treasurer at CRAG and Cowie United Football Club said: “We’re hugely grateful for the team at West Fraser to showcase their generosity to both CRAG and Cowie United FC. With this kind of support, we can further help support the people of our community here in Cowie.”
Carol Brown, Head of HR at the West Fraser site in Cowie said: “We are always proud to serve our local community and are glad we could begin our year by supporting these fantastic groups.”
Marking a safety milestone with £6000 for six charities
After celebrating three years without a Lost Time Accident (LTA) on-site, the company has chosen to give back to the community, offering £1,000 to a variety of groups who work to support and benefit the local area.
Stuart Hendry, General Manager at the West Fraser site in Inverness, said: “The three years without a Lost Time Accident holds up our dedicated commitment to safety and staff wellbeing at West Fraser.
“Not only do we look out for each other on site but staff also wanted to extend this culture to the surrounding local area by supporting these fantastic charities within the community. We are thankful and proud to support these charities in the vital role they play in helping others.”
For further information, call 01786 812 921 or visit https://uk.westfraser.com/
