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National Safety Council Recognizes United Rentals CEO, Matt Flannery,  on its “2022 CEOs Who ‘Get It’” List

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The National Safety Council (NSC) recognized United Rentals, Inc. (NYSE: URI) CEO Matt Flannery as one of the 2022 CEOs Who 'Get It'. This accolade honors leaders who prioritize employee safety on and off the job. NSC emphasized that Flannery's safety strategy includes risk reduction, performance measurement, safety management, and employee engagement. United Rentals, the world's largest equipment rental company, operates 1,288 locations worldwide and employs around 20,400 staff, offering over 4,300 types of equipment.

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STAMFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The National Safety Council (NSC), America’s leading nonprofit safety advocate, announced that United Rentals, Inc. (NYSE: URI) CEO Matt Flannery was selected to the 2022 CEOs Who “Get It” list. The annual NSC recognition is “presented to safety leaders who go the extra mile to protect employees both on and off the job.”

The 2022 CEOs Who “Get It” have built their organizations' safety strategy using four key components: risk reduction, performance measurement, safety management solutions, and leadership and employee engagement, according to NSC. This year’s recognition features an elite group of nine CEOs.

In its recognition of Mr. Flannery in Safety+Health magazine, NSC noted “his goal is not just for employees to go home as they arrived, but for employees to go home even better than they arrive each day – safe, inspired, and motivated.”

“Safety is a way of life at United Rentals and a core piece of our purpose. It is our first thought in everything we do at work, on the road and at home. This National Safety Council recognition is a tribute to all United Rentals employees who work united for the safety of our teams, communities and customers,” said Mr. Flannery.

About United Rentals

United Rentals, Inc. is the largest equipment rental company in the world. The company has an integrated network of 1,288 rental locations in North America, 11 in Europe, 28 in Australia and 18 in New Zealand. In North America, the company operates in 49 states and every Canadian province. The company’s approximately 20,400 employees serve construction and industrial customers, utilities, municipalities, homeowners and others. The company offers approximately 4,300 classes of equipment for rent with a total original cost of $15.79 billion. United Rentals is a member of the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index, the Barron’s 400 Index and the Russell 3000 Index® and is headquartered in Stamford, Conn. Additional information about United Rentals is available at unitedrentals.com.

Ted Grace

Office: (203) 618-7122

Cell: (203) 399-8951

tgrace@ur.com

Source: United Rentals, Inc.

FAQ

Who was recognized by the National Safety Council in 2022 for employee safety?

Matt Flannery, CEO of United Rentals, Inc. (NYSE: URI), was recognized by the National Safety Council in 2022.

What is the significance of the 'CEOs Who Get It' list?

The 'CEOs Who Get It' list by NSC honors leaders committed to enhancing employee safety.

How many locations does United Rentals operate?

United Rentals operates 1,288 rental locations globally.

What is the primary service offered by United Rentals?

United Rentals is the largest equipment rental company, offering over 4,300 classes of equipment.

In which regions does United Rentals operate?

United Rentals operates in North America, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand.

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