Cummins Recognized as Environmental, Health and Safety Leader; Joins Campbell Institute as Charter Member

COLUMBUS, Ind.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

Cummins Inc. CMI today announced it has joined the Campbell Institute as a Charter Member.

The Campbell Institute was launched by the National Safety Council (NSC) earlier this year. The mission of the NSC, founded in 1913, is to save lives by preventing injuries and deaths at work, in homes and communities, and on the road through leadership, research, education and advocacy.

The Campbell Institute brings together leaders of high-performing organizations that believe having high environmental, health and safety standards is at the core of business vitality. The organizations undergo a rigorous application process before being selected. This group will help gather and amplify the collective experience and knowledge of its members to create safer and healthier workplaces and communities worldwide.

“This is an honor that brings with it the opportunity to benchmark with leaders in the field of health, safety and environment,” said Michelle Garner-Janna, Director, Corporate Health & Safety, Cummins Inc. “Being part of the Campbell Institute demonstrates Cummins deep commitment to the environment, and the long-term health and safety of every employee.”

Through events, partnership, research, knowledge and expertise, the Institute will serve as a leader in creating and sharing environmental, health and safety standards for use by other organizations.

“We're truly proud to have Cummins as a charter member,” said Laura Fiffick, Senior Director of the Campbell Institute. “Their vision is clear, their commitment is unwavering, and I know they will have a real and significant impact through the Institute.”

To learn more about the Campbell Institute and how it can make a difference in your organization, visit www.thecampbellinstitute.org or email campbellinstitute@nsc.org.

About Cummins

Cummins Inc., a global power leader, is a corporation of complementary business units that design, manufacture, distribute and service engines and related technologies, including fuel systems, controls, air handling, filtration, emission solutions and electrical power generation systems. Headquartered in Columbus, Indiana, (USA) Cummins employs approximately 44,000 people worldwide and serves customers in approximately 190 countries and territories through a network of more than 600 company-owned and independent distributor locations and approximately 6,500 dealer locations. Cummins earned $1.85 billion on sales of $18.0 billion in 2011. Press releases can be found on the Web at www.cummins.com. Follow Cummins on Twitter at @Cummins and on YouTube at CumminsInc.