Advanced Technology Services (ATS) Strengthens Workforce Safety and Well-Being Through Beyond Zero Challenge

PEORIA, Ill., March 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Advanced Technology Services, Inc. (ATS), a leader in industrial maintenance and reliability solutions, continues to set the standard for workplace safety and employee well-being through its Beyond Zero Challenge. This annual initiative, designed to promote physical, emotional, social and financial well-being, has had a measurable impact on ATS employees—fostering a culture of safety and resilience that extends directly to the manufacturers and industries ATS services.

With 51% of ATS employees completing and annual preventive care exam in 2024, up from 31% in 2023, the Beyond Zero Challenge encourages employees to engage in activities that enhance personal health and safety, from completing CPR training and annual physicals to community volunteering and fitness programs. This increase directly reinforces our Live Safety 24/7 culture—an industry-leading approach to reducing risk and improving operational performance. The 2025 Beyond Zero Challenge kicks off on April 1, continuing ATS's commitment to fostering a culture of well-being and safety among its employees.

A Stronger Workforce Means Safer, More Reliable Operations

For manufacturers, a well-trained and health-conscious workforce translates to fewer disruptions, increased uptime and a stronger focus on reliability. ATS's Beyond Zero Challenge is one of the many ways the company invests in its employees to deliver exceptional service, ensuring that the teams maintaining critical production assets are operating at their best—both physically and mentally.

By emphasizing the connection between well-being and safety, ATS fosters lasting habits. "The Beyond Zero Challenge continues to grow, and we are proud to see its lasting impact on our employees," said David Miller, Sr. EHS director at ATS, who manages the Beyond Zero Challenge. "By focusing on holistic well-being, we are not only strengthening our workforce but also enhancing the safety and reliability of the industries we serve."

"The emphasis on safety and living a healthy life has made an impact on my life. I'm taking better care of myself and striving to live a better life," said Jay Brown, a Repair Technician Associate at ATS.

Proven Leadership in Safety Excellence

ATS's commitment extends beyond internal programs. The company was awarded the National Safety Council's 2023 Robert W. Campbell Award, a recognition of its industry-leading safety practices. Additionally, ATS maintains an OSHA Recordable Incident Rate 50% lower than the industry average, reinforcing its proven ability to create safer work environments for employees and customers alike.

By prioritizing well-being at every level, ATS ensures its customers benefit from skilled, engaged, and safety-conscious teams—a critical component of delivering high-performance industrial maintenance solutions.

About Advanced Technology Services: Advanced Technology Services, Inc. (ATS), is a global services provider with four decades of proven experience as a single source for industrial maintenance, technology, and parts. Established in 1985, the company has grown to be a market leader supporting over 1,400 customer manufacturing sites. Through its industry-leading safety, people, processes, and technologies, ATS is advancing solutions that make its customers' operations more productive, more reliable, and more data-driven. Learn how ATS makes factories run better and smarter at www.advancedtech.com.

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