Textron Named One of America's Safest Companies

"Textron is honored to be recognized as one of America's Safest Companies," said Lewis B. Campbell, Textron chairman, president and CEO. "We are committed to the health and safety of our employees, contractors and communities and actively champion environmentally sound practices and safe behaviors, and this honor exhibits that dedication. All 44,000 Textron employees around the globe should feel proud of this recognition and honor."

Textron has seen a 75 percent reduction in injuries and illnesses in recent years and currently has 18 facilities worldwide that have worked without a recordable injury in 2008.

Occupational Hazards magazine selects the list of Americas Safest Companies based on recommendations from industry professionals, recognition by industry associations, participation in reputable programs, state and local awards, and Occupational Hazards' research. Regardless of size or industry, the program is open to companies that can clearly demonstrate that their safety process includes support from management, involvement of employees, innovative solutions to safety challenges, injury and illness rates lower than the average for their industries, comprehensive educational programs for employees about safety-related topics, and good communication with workers about the value of safety.

All 18 companies will be highlighted in the October issue of Occupational Hazards magazine.

In the September 2008 issue, Occupational Hazards named James "Skipper" Kendrick, CSP, director of Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Training at Textron, one of the 50 Most Influential EHS Leaders of the decade. Kendrick has been with Textron for over 20 years and is a former president of the American Society of Safety Engineers. He has been a thought leader and tireless EHS advocate throughout his career. This accolade further solidifies the America's Safest Companies recognition and exhibits our employee's steadfast dedication and commitment to safety across the entire enterprise.

Announced yesterday, Lycoming Engines, a Textron Inc. company, received the Occupational Excellence Achievement Award from the National Safety Council. This award recognizes companies that have outstanding safety records.

About Textron Inc.

Textron Inc. is a $13.2 billion multi-industry company operating in 34 countries with approximately 44,000 employees. The company leverages its global network of aircraft, defense and intelligence, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell Helicopter, Cessna Aircraft Company, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, Greenlee, Fluid & Power, Textron Systems and Textron Financial Corporation. More information is available at www.textron.com.

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