History & Core Values
More Than a Century of Safety Leadership
Since 1923, Chesapeake Region Safety Council has been dedicated to advancing workplace and community safety through education, training, and trusted partnerships. Our history reflects more than a century of growth, while our core values continue to guide every decision we make and every organization we serve.
Our History
Building a Legacy of Safety Since 1923
Founded on March 1, 1923, as the Baltimore Safety Council, Chesapeake Region Safety Council was established by local business, industrial, and civic leaders with a shared commitment to reducing workplace injuries throughout the Baltimore region. What began as a local initiative has grown into one of the nation’s leading safety organizations, expanding its reach, programs, and partnerships while remaining dedicated to protecting workers and strengthening communities.
1923
Founded as the Baltimore Safety Council to promote workplace safety throughout the Baltimore metropolitan area.
1933
Became an official Chapter of the National Safety Council and incorporated in the State of Maryland.
1965
Began offering the National Safety Council’s Defensive Driving Course, one of our longest-running training programs.
1974
Renamed the Safety Council of Maryland, reflecting an expanded statewide mission.
1980
Relocated headquarters from Baltimore City to western Baltimore County.
1990s
Expanded outreach to Washington, DC and Northern Virginia, extending the Council’s impact beyond Maryland.
Early 2000s
The District of Columbia was officially added to the Council’s National Safety Council territory.
April 2004
Delaware was added to the Council’s National Safety Council territory, further expanding the Council’s regional reach.
June 2004
The organization changed its corporate name to the Chesapeake Region Safety Council, reflecting its expanded regional mission.
2007
Became a partner in the Mid Atlantic OSHA Training Institute (OTI) Education Center, delivering OSHA Numbered Courses throughout the Philadelphia Region.
2012
CRSC was named the Lead Organization of the Mid Atlantic OTI Education Center.
2017
Virginia was added to CRSC’s National Safety Council territory, further expanding the organization’s reach across the Mid-Atlantic region.
2018
Mid Atlantic OTI Education Center consistently ranks among the top-performing OSHA Training Institute Education Centers in the United States.
2023
Celebrated 100 years with a year-long centennial celebration, culminating in a special two-day Safety and Health Conference & Expo.
Guided by Our Core Values
The Principles That Shape Everything We Do
Chesapeake Region Safety Council’s core values are the backbone of everything it does. This includes internal and external decisions and communication. Similar to the lighthouse in the CRSC logo, the core values act as a guiding light to ensure the organization is always going in the right direction for its staff and clients.
Integrity
Do the right thing, always, and uphold honesty, trust, and accountability in every action.
Hard Worker
Bring your best effort every day by working smart, staying focused, and seeing every task through.
Serve Respectfully
Treat every customer, client, and colleague with respect, patience, and a genuine desire to help.
Team Player
Work with humility, support one another, and value every voice to achieve shared success.
Passion
Be driven by our mission to save lives and prevent injuries through meaningful, purpose-driven work.
Our Mission
To Educate & Influence People to Prevent Accidental Injury & Death
Office Address
2555 Lord Baltimore Dr, Ste M-R
Baltimore, MD 21244
Office Hours
8:00 AM – 4.00 PM
Monday – Friday
Contact us
Phone: 800-875-4770
Email: safety@chesapeakesc.org
