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AGREEMENT ESTABLISHING AN ALLIANCE
BETWEEN THE
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
MANHATTAN, TARRYTOWN,
AND AVENEL AREA OFFICE
AND
NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION
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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the New York City Department of Design
& Construction (DDC), recognize the value of establishing a collaborative relationship to foster
safe and healthier construction worksites in the 5 boroughs of New York City. OSHA and DDC hereby
form an Alliance to work cooperatively to address construction hazards throughout New York City.
This alliance formalizes the existing working relationship between the agencies. This Alliance shall
supplement but not supercede or replace any other agreement currently in place between DDC and OSHA.
OSHA and DDC agree to establish an Alliance to promote safe and healthful working conditions for
construction workers within the five boroughs of New York City by working together to achieve the
following training and education goals:
- Deliver cross training between OSHA and DDC inspectors and managers on the respective agencies'
construction safety standards, regulations, and procedures. The training will focus on the most
common construction hazards which cause accidents and fatalities.
OSHA and DDC will work together to achieve the following outreach and
communication goals:
- Share information on safety best practices regarding safety and health hazards associated with
construction activities.
- OSHA and DDC will publicize and share material in newsletters, seminars, lectures or trainings for
employers, employees and agency personnel.
OSHA and DDC will work together to achieve the following goals related to
promoting the national dialogue on workplace safety and health:
- Participate in forums, seminars, conferences and discussions on construction safety and health
issues. Participation in such forums and/or meetings shall remain at the discretion of the
respective parties.
- The agencies will use media outlets such as the internet, seminars and events to make available
compliance assistance and outreach materials for common hazards associated with construction
activities.
OSHA's Alliances provide parties an opportunity to participate in a voluntary cooperative
relationship with OSHA for purposes such as training and education, outreach and communication and
promoting a national dialogue on workplace safety and health. These Alliances have proven to be
valuable tools for both OSHA and its Alliance participants. By entering into an Alliance with a
party, OSHA is not endorsing any of that party's products or services; nor does the Agency enter
into an Alliance with the purpose of promoting a particular party's product or services.
An implementation team made up of representatives of both organizations will meet to develop a plan
of action, determine procedures, and identify the roles and responsibilities of the participants. In
addition, they will meet on a regular quarterly schedule to track and share information on
activities and results in achieving the goals of the Alliance.
This agreement will remain in effect for two years. Signatories may terminate it for any reason at
any time, provided they give 30 days written notice. This agreement may be modified at any time with
concurrence of signatories.
Signed on _______________
Louis Ricca, Jr.
Acting Regional Administrator
Region II |
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David J. Burney, FAIA
Commissioner
NYC Department of Design & Construction |
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Richard Mendelson, Area Director
Manhattan Area Office
USDOL OSHA |
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Mark A. Canu
Associate Commissioner
NYC Department of Design & Construction |
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Robert Kulick, Area Director
Avenel Area Office
USDOL OSHA |
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