New for 2025!
The Clermont Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the launch of its new Safety Council, a powerful resource for local employers dedicated to creating safer, healthier workplaces. This initiative, developed in partnership with the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC), is designed to provide employers with valuable tools, education, and financial incentives to prioritize safety in the workplace.
Why Join the Safety Council?
Participation in the Clermont Chamber Safety Council provides employers with a wide range of benefits, including:
- 3% Rebate on Workers’ Compensation Premiums
Eligible businesses can earn a rebate of up to 3% on their workers’ compensation premiums by actively participating in the program. - Workplace Safety, Health, and Wellness Education
Members will gain access to expert-led sessions, workshops, and educational materials designed to enhance safety practices and promote a culture of wellness. - Peer Networking and Resource Sharing
The Safety Council creates opportunities for employers to connect, collaborate, and share best practices with others in the local business community. - Accident Prevention Support
Identify and utilize proven resources and techniques to reduce workplace incidents and improve overall safety performance. - Cost-Saving Risk Management Strategies
Discover effective ways to manage risk and reduce workers’ compensation costs through improved safety programs and proactive planning.
Whether you're a small business or a large employer, joining the Safety Council is an investment in your people, your culture, and your financial well-being.
Monthly Meetings
August 13, 2025
September 10, 2025
October 8, 2025
November 12, 2025
January 14, 2026
February 11, 2026
March 11, 2026
April 8, 2026
May 13, 2026
June 10, 2026
How to Enroll in the Safety Council
STEP 1: Complete the new enrollment form
Complete the New Enrollment Form and email it to Terrie Stockton. July 31, 2025 is the enrollment deadline to ensure eligibility for the 3% rebate through the Ohio Safety Council program.
To qualify for the 3% rebate, employers must complete the full, ten-credit program requirements between July 1 and June 30 of the program year. Enrollment period for 2025-2026 Annual Safety Council Membership ends September 4th. Please complete the 2025-2026 Enrollment Form. Contact Austin Heller (513-576-5015) after September 4th with any enrollment questions or inquiries.
Rebate Qualification Requirements
To receive the 3% rebate, employers must earn ten credits by participating in any combination of the following:
- Monthly safety council meetings (with your enrolled council)
- External training sessions (one credit per training session, two credit maximum):
- BWC in-person training
- In-person training by approved external providers
- The Ohio Safety Congress & Expo® (OSC®)
- Completion of a BWC onsite consultation with a Field Safety Service Consultant (two credit maximum; limited to once every three years)
Even without earning the rebate, participation provides significant educational value.
STEP 2: Register & Submit Payment
To finalize your enrollment, please register for the first meeting on August 13th and submit your one-time annual membership payment for the Safety Council.
