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(signed May 19, 2005; renewed August 6, 2008)

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Through the Alliance, OSHA and the American Red Cross will recognize the value of providing safe and healthy American workplaces and will provide employees, including non-English and limited English speaking employees, with information, guidance, and access to training resources. In particular, the Alliance will focus on emergency preparedness, disease prevention education and first aid training. The Alliance's goals include:

Outreach and communication:
  • Work with OSHA to provide expertise in developing information on the recognition and prevention of workplace hazards, and to provide expertise in developing ways of communicating such information (e.g. print and electronic media, electronic assistance tools and OSHA's and American Red Cross' Web sites) to employers and employees in the industry.
  • Work with other Alliance participants on specific issues and projects related to emergency preparedness, disease prevention education and first aid training that are addressed and developed through the Alliance Program.
  • Encourage American Red Cross chapters to build relationships with OSHA's Regional and Area Offices to address safety and health issues including emergency preparedness, disease prevention education and first aid training.

Milestones and Successes

Related Documents
Alliance Agreements Alliance Annual Reports Alliance News Releases
Activities and Events (Archive)
  • May 1-7, 2011: 2011 North American Occupational Safety and Health NAOSH) Week. The American Red Cross and a number of other Alliance Program participants supported 2011 NAOSH Week. Sponsored annually by the American Society of Safety Engineers, an Alliance Program participant, and the Canadian Society of Safety Engineering, the Week focuses on the importance of preventing injuries and illnesses in the workplace. The theme for 2011 was "Celebrating a Century of Safety."
  • May 2-8, 2010: 2010 North American Occupational Safety and Health (NAOSH) Week. The American Red Cross and a number of other Alliance Program participants supported the 2010 NAOSH Week, "Mission NAOSH 2010: Safe Workplaces." Sponsored annually by the American Society of Safety Engineers, an Alliance Program participant, and the Canadian Society of Safety Engineering, the Week focuses on the importance of preventing injuries and illnesses in the workplace.
  • October 19-25, 2009: 2009 Drug-Free Work Week. The American Red Cross and a number of other Alliance Program participants supported the 2009 Drug-Free Work Week. Sponsored annually by the U.S. Department of Labor's Working Partners for an Alcohol and Drug-Free Workplace Program, the Week focuses on educating employers, employees and the public about the importance of being drug-free as an essential component of a safe and healthful workplace.
  • September 24, 2009: "Is Your Business Prepared For Pandemic Flu?" Web cast.
    • Gary Lescallett, Senior Industrial Hygienist, Office of Science and Technology Assessment, Directorate of Technical Support and Emergency Management (DTSEM), and Ted Yee, Medical Officer, Office of Occupational Medicine, DTSEM participated on the Web cast.
  • June 10, 2009: Department of Labor Safety Day, Francis Perkins Building, Washington, DC.
    ARC representatives staffed an exhibit booth and distributed safety and health information during the Department of Labor Safety Day.
  • May 6, 2009: Emergency Preparedness: Safe at Work, Safe at Home Web Expo.
    • Christina Jones, Industrial Hygienist, Office of Science and Technology Assessment, Directorate of Technical Support and Emergency Management, USDOL-OSHA gave a presentation, "OSHA's Emergency Response Role and Helpful Resources for Preparedness."
    • Jose Benavides, Team Leader, Office of Small Business Assistance, Directorate of Cooperative and State Programs (DCSP), USDOL-OSHA and Jim Boom, Safety and Occupational Health Specialist, Office of Partnerships and Recognition, DCSP, USDOL-OSHA gave a presentation, "OSHA Cooperative Programs: On-site Consultation and OSHA Challenge Pilot Program."
  • May 3-9, 2009: 2009 North American Occupational Safety and Health Week. The American Red Cross (ARC) and more than 55 other Alliance Program participants supported 2009 NAOSH Week. Sponsored annually by the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE), an Alliance Program participant, and the Canadian Society of Safety Engineering (CSSE), the Week focuses on the importance of preventing injuries and illnesses in the workplace. The theme for 2009 NAOSH Week was "Safety Means Always Coming Home."
    • May 4, 2009: Scott Conner, Senior Vice President, Preparedness and Health and Safety Services, ARC, John Hendrickson, Senior Associate, Preparedness and Health and Safety Services, ARC, Lynda Harris, Manager, Preparedness and Health and Safety Services, ARC, Dawn Latham, Senior Associate, Government Relations, ARC, attended the NAOSH Week Kick-off event at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, DC. Acting Assistant Secretary Jordan Barab, USDOL-OSHA; Warren Brown, President, ASSE; and Andrew Cooper, Secretary, CSSE; provided brief remarks. The Kick-off also featured an Alliance Program participant panel with presentations from Alliance Program participants American Heart Association, ASSE, Independent Electrical Contractors, and National Safety Council focusing on workplace safety and health issues.
  • October 20-26, 2008: 2008 Drug-Free Work Week. The American Red Cross and a number of other Alliance Program participants supported the 2008 Drug-Free Work Week. Sponsored annually by the U.S. Department of Labor's Working Partners for an Alcohol- and Drug-Free Workplace Program, the Week focused on educating employers, employees and the public about the importance of being drug-free as an essential component of a safe and healthful workplace.
  • May 4-10, 2008: 2008 North American Occupational Safety and Health (NAOSH) Week. The American Red Cross and a number of other Alliance Program participants supported 2008 NAOSH Week, "Safety is Good Business." Sponsored annually by American Society of Safety Engineers and the Canadian Society of Safety Engineering, the Week focuses on the importance of preventing injuries and illnesses in the workplace.
    • May 5, 2008: Representatives of the American Red Cross attended the NAOSH Week Kick-off event at the U.S. Department of Labor. Donald Shalhoub, Deputy Assistant Secretary, USDOL-OSHA; and Michael Thompson, then-President, ASSE; were the keynote speakers. Mr. Shalhoub presented "Safety is Good Business" to OSHA and Alliance Program participants and other safety and health representatives.
  • March 27-29, 2008: American Red Cross Convention, Baltimore, Maryland.
    • OSHA representatives staffed an Alliance Program exhibit booth during the conference.

Products and Resources
Related Alliances Additional Resources
  • American Red Cross Pandemic Flu Web page. This page addresses a number of topics including the differences between seasonal, avian and pandemic influenza; how influenza is transmitted; and guidance on how to prepare families and communities in case of an influenza pandemic.
  •  "Are You Prepared?" This slide presentation addresses pandemic flu preparedness and discusses a number of topics, including the difference between seasonal, avian and pandemic influenza; how influenza is transmitted; and guidance on preventing the spread of the virus.

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