Building Safer Mills: Why Contractor Qualification is Non-Negotiable, Paper360º January/February 2026

In the pulp, paper, packaging, tissue, and converting industries, contractor qualification isn’t just a procedural step, it’s a life-saving measure. That was the resounding message from a recent PPSA and TAPPISAFE webinar, where industry veterans and safety leaders explored how structured qualification processes can reduce risk, improve efficiency, and strengthen trust across mill sites.

THE STAKES ARE HIGH

“Think about this: 391 people in the manufacturing sector didn’t return home in 2023,” said Leslie Petrie, retired vice president of EHS at International Paper and one of the webinar’s guest speakers. “No one goes to work expecting that outcome. Our job is to make sure it never happens.”

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