The Grand Canyon Lodge – North Rim is the first hospitality company in the State of Arizona to have received the prestigious Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) Certification from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). The award recognizes employers and workers in the private industry and federal agencies who have implemented effective safety and health management systems and maintain injury and illness rates below national Bureau of Labor Statistics averages for their respective industries.
Only 35 companies in the State of Arizona have received the VPP award, which is granted to companies that successfully completely a rigorous application and investigation process. According to Jessie Atencio, acting director, Arizona Department of Occupational Safety and Health (ADOSH), the organization that administers the VPP program in Arizona, the Grand Canyon Lodge – North Rim is one of the smallest companies to have received the award and one of very few hospitality companies in the United States to have done so.
“Forever Resorts demonstrates a true culture of responsibility,” said Atencio. “At the Grand Canyon Lodge – North Rim and throughout the company, they’ve proven they have a commitment to continual improvement and winning attitude.”
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Left: Staff from ADOSH and Forever Resorts gather for the award presentation on Wednesday, March 13, at Forever Resorts’ corporate headquarters in Scottsdale, Ariz. Pictured left to right: John Stenseth, Forever Resorts; Babak Amami, consultation education and training supervisor, ADOSH; Jessie Atencio, acting director, ADOSH; Jimmy Gomes, regional vice president, Forever Resorts; John Schoppmann, Forever Resorts; Mike Kidd, Grand Canyon Lodge – North Rim; Mike DuPuy, Grand Canyon Lodge – North Rim; Bill Butts, Forever Resorts; Rex Maughan, president and founder, Forever Resorts.
ABOUT GRAND CANYON LODGE – NORTH RIM
Grand Canyon Lodge – North Rim is the only lodging inside the National Park on the North Rim. Located at Bright Angel Point, the Lodge was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1987. The original Lodge was constructed in 1928 and burned in 1932, The current Lodge was rebuilt in 1937 using as much of the original structure as possible. Here, guests may enjoy the quiet serenity of the North Rim while enjoying comfortable guest rooms and cabins; the cabins were constructed in the 1930s and 40s. While restrooms and showers have since been added, these cabins retain their original rustic charm. To this day, not one of the cabins has a television or radio.
Guests may settle into either a western log cabin or a timbered guest room. Options include taking an easy hike along the rim or riding a mule along steep trails into the canyon; pausing to watch the antics of a foraging squirrel; or heading to the main lodge building and enjoy stunning views from its expansive windows or outdoor terrace. From this picturesque spot, visitors may marvel at views of the South Rim and San Francisco Peaks, as well as the Deva, Brahma and Zoroaster temples. Or they may simply listen to the way the breeze blows through the fragrant pinions and ponderosas. For more information or reservations, call (877) 386-4383 or visitwww.GrandCanyonLodgeNorth.com. Like Grand Canyon Lodge – North Rim on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/GrandCanyonNorthRim .
ABOUT FOREVER RESORTS
Forever Resorts is an exceptional collection of destinations providing hospitality services throughout the world. The company focuses on properties with access to nature and one-of-a-kind surroundings for vacations, including houseboating adventures. For more information, go to www.ForeverResorts.com or www.Facebook.com/ForeverResorts .