Hudson receives grant for safety, risk management equipment

HUDSON – The town recently received a grant that will go toward safety and risk management activities and equipment.

Hudson was awarded a $7,196 grant from its property and casualty insurance provider, Massachusetts Interlocal Insurance Association (MIIA).

The MIIA is the nonprofit insurance branch of the Massachusetts Municipal Association.

"The grant from MIIA allowed us to procure a range of equipment that will help protect employees while doing routine maintenance projects," said Executive Assistant Thomas Gregory. "This equipment will help us reduce risk of potential injuries and further our commitment to creating a culture of safety in the workplace for all employees."

The town used the grant funds to purchase chainsaw safety equipment, gas meters for town employees who work in trenches, hot sticks to help forestry workers detect electric currents and magnetic manhole cover lifters.

In fiscal year 2023, the association awarded $1 million and funded over 180 grant requests.

"MIIA is proud to partner with our member communities to provide solutions that support effective risk management, cost savings and enhanced employee safety," said MIIA Executive Vice President Stan Corcoran. "Hudson and many of our other members are able to benefit from these grants to help mitigate costly insurance claims, particularly in areas where we commonly see issues and losses arise."