David G. Kraemer, a professor and chair of the Department of Occupational Safety and Health at Murray State University, has received the national Spirit Award from the National Floor Safety Institute.

The NFSI Spirit Award is a yearly recognition that is presented to an individual or organization that epitomizes the spirit and mission of the NFSI to aid in the prevention of slips, trips and falls through education, research and standards development. Kraemer has demonstrated his commitment and leadership in making walkway safety an important part of the OSH curriculum at the university.

NFSI and Murray State partnered for the first slip-and-fall accident prevention research and training laboratory, located on campus. The NFSI research laboratory at Murray State University is the first permanent facility of its type in the country and serves as a training ground for future environmental health and safety professionals.

The Murray State University Department of Occupational Safety and Health provides a variety of curriculum options which include a Bachelor of Science in the area of occupational safety and health (safety and environmental tracks); Master of Science in occupational safety and health with concentrations in safety management, industrial hygiene, and environmental; and a technical minor in occupational safety and health.

The degree programs are designed to provide the technical and professional knowledge required by individuals pursuing careers in safety management, occupational health, industrial hygiene, loss/risk control management, ergonomics, emergency planning and response, and environmental safety and health.  

Murray State University is located in Murray, Ky.