Partnership #1393 - Agreement - November 21, 2024

Atlanta Region - Alliance Annual Report - November 10, 2024

Atlanta Region - Alliance Annual Report - November 10, 2024

ANNUAL ALLIANCE REPORT

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
And the
Roofing Contractors Association of South Florida

November 10, 2024

  1. Alliance Background

    1. Date Signed:
      November 15, 2023

    2. Evaluation Period:
      November 15, 2023, through November 15, 2024

    3. Overview:
      The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Fort Lauderdale Area Office, and Roofing Contractors Association of South Florida (RCASF) recognize the value of establishing a collaborative relationship to foster safety and health practices and programs to improve American workplaces. To that end, OSHA and RCASF hereby form an Alliance to provide RCASF members and the public with information, guidance, and access to training resources that will help them protect workers by reducing and preventing exposure to falls, struck-by, chemical and electrical hazards, as well as other prevalent safety and health hazards in the roofing industry.

    4. Implementation Team Members

      OSHA
      Condell Eastmond, Area Director, Fort Lauderdale Area Office
      Leny Chango, Compliance Assistance Specialist, Fort Lauderdale Area Office

      Alliance participants
      Ray Padron, RCASF, President (Latite Roofing)
      Bridget Keller, RCASF, Executive Director

  2. Implementation Team Meetings

    During this period a minimum of two implementation meeting were conducted by the Alliance group. Additionally, the Alliance coordinators from each group maintained regular contact throughout the reporting period to monitor the Alliance’s progress and results. During these meeting the RCASF shared value safety information, such as the following:

    • Information was shared regarding the RCASF Educational Alliance Community Schools, which include Atlantic Technical College, Coral Springs High School, and Sheridan Technical School.
    • Dissemination of safety and health material via e-blast and social media, to foster positive workers health and safety trends.

    In addition to these formal meetings, the Alliance coordinators from both groups maintained regular contact throughout the reporting period to monitor the Alliance's progress and results.

  3. Results

    The following table summarizes the Alliance's activities in support of the goals in the Alliance agreement.

    Dissemination: Alliance Program participants shared information on OSHA-developed or OSHA Alliance Program-developed tools and resources, OSHA standards/rulemakings, enforcement, or outreach campaigns.

    Dissemination Type Date Description Emphasis Area(s) Number Reached
    Dissemination 11/23 through 11/24 During this period, the RCSAS shared emails with OSHA, advised regarding social media postings, newsletters articles, and other publications. It also includes hits on the Alliance participant’s or OSHA’s Web page. Safety and Health Management System, Small Business, Heat Illness Prevention, Fall Prevention, and Construction 2,212
    Dissemination 06/15/24 During this period, a radio interview was conducted with Ray Padron, RCASF board member, and Claudia Abbona, RCASF executive director. The interview was conducted in Spanish, and it focused on the OSHA Alliance, industry improvements, as well as the important of safety training. Safety and Health Management System, Small Business, Heat Illness Prevention, Fall Prevention, Construction, and Hispanic Workers 2,212
    Dissemination 11/23 through 11/24 During this period, the Alliance group shared information regarding the RCASF educational programs with the following schools: Atlantic Technical College; Coral Springs High School; and Sheridan Technical School. Safety and Health Management System, Small Business, Construction, and Youth Workers 50+
    Exhibit/ Dissemination 04/24/24
    10/05/24    		 During this period, OSHA exhibited at two events sponsored by the RCASF. During the events outreach material was distributed, the Alliance was promoted, and compliance questions were answered. A total of 639 event participants contacted the exhibit booths. Safety and Health Management System, Small Business, Heat Illness Prevention, Fall Prevention, Construction, and Hispanic Workers 639
    Dissemination During this period During this period, the Alliance group shared information regarding its agreement with the National Women in Roofing (NWR) South Florida Council, and Florida’s Association of Roofing Professionals (FRSA). Safety and Health Management System and Small Business 250+

    Outreach Events and Training for non-OSHA Staff: Alliance Program participants or OSHA participation in events, which includes speeches/presentations, exhibits, roundtables, conferences, informational webinars or other meetings or training in support of the Alliance or an OSHA initiative.

    Activity Type Date Event Name Representative Name and Affiliation Title of Presentation, if applicable City State Emphasis Area(s) Number Reached
    Training/ Presentation 11/15/23 RCASF Alliance Kickoff and General Meeting Ray Padron (Latite Roofing), RCASF Board Members, Bridget Keller, RCASF Executive Director, as well as Condell Eastmond, OSHA Area Director, and Leny Chango, OSHA Compliance Assistant Specialist (CAS). The Alliance group conducted a kickoff event. OSHA provided the group with an update presentation and the RCASF conducted a presentation, which focused on “Emerging Risk Trends.” Ft. Lauderdale FL Construction, Small Business, Hispanic/ Latino Workers, Chemicals, and Young Workers 86
    Training/ Presentation 12/12/24 Monthly General Meetings RCASF Members, Board of Directors, and Executive Director
    Special Guests: Miami-Dade County Building Officials
    Dade Building Officials Office: David Fuentes, Tim Webb, and Natasha Romero
    City of Doral: Vince Seijas.    		 The Alliance group conducted the “Miami Meet Up,” sharing information focused on the completion of projects on budget and on time, as well as safe and correct. Miami FL Construction, Small Business, Hispanic / Latino Workers, Chemical, and Young Workers 112
    Dissemination /Presentation 12/18/23 Board of Directors Planning Calendar for 2025 RCASF Board of Directors and RCASF Executive Director Bridget Keller The Alliance group conducted a 2024 planning meeting, which focused on safety, education and training. Fort Lauderdale FL Construction, Small Business, Hispanic / Latino Workers, Chemical, and Young Workers 11
    Training/ Dissemination /Presentation 01/17/24 Monthly General Meeting RCASF Members, Board of Directors, Executive Director Bridget Keller
    Commercial Roofers /Mentors:
    Clint Stockman, Advanced Roofing, Paulo Souza, PSI Roofing and Ian Wallick, Best Roofing    		 The Alliance group conducted a “Round- Table,” which focused on addressing important roofing training topics including mentoring/education and worker safety. Fort Lauderdale FL Construction, Small Business, Hispanic / Latino Workers, Chemical, and Young Workers 110
    Dissemination /Presentation During this period RCASF Eblasts RCASF Safety and Technical Committee and Executive Director Bridget Keller The Alliance group shared information on OSHA national initiatives, regulatory agenda, and the prevention on workplace hazards.

    1) National Fall Prevention Webinar

    2) Shared information regarding workers’ rights and the OSHA complaint process

    		 South Florida FL Construction, Small Business, Hispanic / Latino Workers, Chemical, and Young Workers 100+
    Training/ Dissemination /Presentation 02/21/24 RCASF General Meeting RCASF Members, Board of Directors, Executive Director – Bridget Keller The Alliance group conducted a meeting, which focused on building regulations, new codes/standards, and safety regulations. Fort Lauderdale FL Construction, Small Business, Hispanic / Latino Workers, Chemical, and Young Workers 106
    Training/ Dissemination /Presentation 02/24/24 Second Annual RCASF Educational Training Day (English and Spanish) RCASF Members, Board of Directors, Executive Director, OSHA – Leny Chango Trainers: Fire Rescue. Ritz Safety, and Guardian Fall Protection The Alliance group planned and coordinated the RCASF “Educational Training Day.” Topics addressed during the training including fall protection, first aid, fire extinguisher, drop test, electrical safety, scaffold safety, confined space safety, steel erection, struck-by, and health hazards. Pompano Beach FL Construction, Small Business, Hispanic / Latino Workers, Chemical, and Young Workers 339
    Training/ Dissemination /Presentation 3/20/24 RCASF General Meeting - Residential Roofing

    RCASF Members, Board of Directors, Executive Director – Bridget Keller

    Residential Roofers/ Mentors: Tibor Torok, Bob Hilson, Earl Johnston, Johnston Roofing

    		 The Alliance group conducted a “Round- Table,” focused on sharing safety practices and other information. Fort Lauderdale FL Construction, Small Business, Hispanic / Latino Workers, Chemical, and Young Workers 106
    Training/ Dissemination /Presentation 04/17/24 RCASF General
    Meeting
    Operational
    Excellence and
    Strategic Planning    		 RCASF Members, Board of Directors The Alliance group conducted a RCASF Safety Committee gives members updates at each general meeting Fort Lauderdale FL Construction, Small Business, Hispanic / Latino Workers, Chemical, and Young Workers 98
    Training/ Dissemination /Presentation 05/15/24 RCASF General Meeting – Building Official Night David Fuentes, Steve Pizzillo, Jose Portal, Natasha Romero, and Vince Seijas RCASF Members, Board of Directors, Building Officials The Alliance group conducted an update meeting, which focused on sharing roofing training information, such as changes to codes, and public safety. Fort Lauderdale FL Construction, Small Business, Hispanic / Latino Workers, Chemical, and Young Workers 104
    Training/ Dissemination /Presentation 5/16/24
    6/26/24    		 Outreach Event Sheridan House RCASF Executive Director, RCASF Board Member Claudia Abbona, Sheridan House Single Mothers The Alliance group conducted and outreach meeting, which addressed construction positions for women in the roofing industry. Davie FL Construction, Small Business, Hispanic / Latino Workers, Chemical, and Young Workers 30
    30
    Training/ Dissemination /Presentation 9/18/24 RCASF General Meeting on PRO-Certification RCASF Members, RCASF Board and National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), Jarid Ribble The Alliance group conducted a meeting focused on important issues impacting the roofing industry, such as workplace safety and health, as well as the NRCA Pro-Certification Fort Lauderdale FL Construction, Small Business, Hispanic / Latino Workers, Chemical, and Young Workers 75
    Training/ Dissemination /Presentation 10/05/24 Outreach Event RCASF and Interactive Community Alliance – The Alliance group conducted an outreach meeting, with the Interactive Community Alliance focusing on the roofing industry. West Palm Beach FL Construction, Small Business, Hispanic / Latino Workers, Chemical, and Young Workers 300+
    Training/ Dissemination /Presentation 10/16/24 RCASF General Meeting – RCASF Members The Alliance group conducted a meeting focused on the importance of building properly, safely. Sunrise FL Construction, Small Business, Hispanic / Latino Workers, Chemical, and Young Workers 102
    Training/ Dissemination /Presentation 11/20/24 RCASF General Meeting RCASF and OSHA along with safety companies: Guardian Fall Protection, Spec, American Global The Alliance group conducted a meeting focused on safety. During the meeting the group also addressed the following topics: 1) Casualties update for the construction industry; 2) fall prevention; and 3) Ladder safety. Fort Lauderdale, FL Construction, Small Business, Hispanic / Latino Workers, Chemical, and Young Workers 100+

    Report Prepared by: Leny Chango, Compliance Assistance Specialist, OSHA Ft. Lauderdale Area Office

Partnership #1358 - Agreement - August 27, 2024

Atlanta Region - Alliance Annual Report - November 26, 2024

Atlanta Region - Alliance Annual Report - November 26, 2024

ALLIANCE ANNUAL REPORT
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
And the
United Safety Council (USC)
November 26, 2024

  1. Alliance Background

    1. Date Signed:
      May 6, 2008

      Dates Renewed:
      February 25, 2011
      July 31, 2012
      October 31, 2014
      February 22, 2019
      May 1, 2024

    2. Evaluation Period
      September 30, 2023 – October 1, 2024

    3. Overview:

      The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the United Safety Council (USC) agreed to establish an Alliance to reduce and prevent employee exposure to workplace hazards associated with disasters by developing and sharing information, guidance, and training resources on emergency preparedness and effective response.

    4. Implementation Team Members

      OSHA
      Amy Wilson, OSHA Orlando Area Office, Compliance Assistance Specialist (CAS)
      Erin Sanchez, OSHA Orlando Area Office, Area Director (AD)

      Alliance participant
      Chris Earl, Executive Director
      Larry Wilson, Deputy Executive Director
      Tara Engel, Director of Marketing & Business Development
      Lisa Rutherford, Occupational Safety Administrator

  2. Implementation Team Meetings

    1. July 10, 2023
    2. May 1, 2024

    In addition to these formal meetings, the Alliance coordinators from both groups maintained regular contact throughout the reporting period to monitor the Alliance's progress and results.

  3. Results
    The following table summarizes the Alliance's activities in support of the goals in the Alliance agreement.

    Dissemination: Alliance Program participant shared information on OSHA-developed or OSHA Alliance Program-developed tools and resources, OSHA standards/rulemakings, enforcement, or outreach campaigns.

    Dissemination Activities
    Dissemination Type Date Description Emphasis Area(s) Number Reached
    Dissemination/
    Newsletter    		 November 30, 2023 The Orlando Area Office, CAS, shared information on OSHA’s 2024 outreach initiative, small business resources, drop-in article, as well as the 2024 Safe + Sound Campaign for the Alliance group’s newsletter. Safety & Health Programs, and Small Business 6,500 Circulation
    Dissemination/
    E-mail Alert    		 March 20, 2024 The Orlando Area Office, CAS, shared information regarding OSHA's 2024 Fall Stand-Down with the Director of Marketing and Business Development for the United (Florida) Safety Council. This information was disseminated to the group’s membership via an email alert. Fall Protection, and Small Business 6,500 Circulation
    Dissemination/
    E-mail Alert    		 April 15, 2024 The Orlando Area Office, CAS, shared information regarding the 2024 National Work Zone Awareness Week and the National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Struck-By Incidents with Ms. Tara Engel, Director of Marketing and Business Development for the United (Florida) Safety Council. Highway/Work Zone Safety, and Small Business 6,500 Circulation
    Dissemination/
    E-mail Alert    		 April 23, 2024 The Orlando Area Office, CAS, shared the email notification/invitation with the United (FL) Safety Council regarding the Atlanta Region’s Fall and Heat Illness Prevention Webinar. The United (FL) Safety Council disseminated the information to its subscribers. Fall Protection, Heat Illness Prevention, and Small Business 6,500 Circulation
    Presentation/ Dissemination May 1, 2024 During this period, OSHA’s Orlando Area Office and the United (FL) Safety Council renewed their Alliance for an additional 5-year term. Safety & Health Programs, and Small Business 100+
    Dissemination/
    E-mail Alert    		 August 8, 2024 The Orlando Area Office, CAS, shared the email notification/invitation with the United (FL) Safety Council regarding the Atlanta Region’s safety webinar conducted in support of the 2024 Safe + Sound Campaign. The United (FL) Safety Council disseminated the information to its subscribers. Safety & Health Programs, and Small Business 6,500 Circulation


    Outreach Events and Training for non-OSHA Staff: Alliance Program participant or OSHA participation in events, which includes speeches/presentations, exhibits, roundtables, conferences, informational webinars or other meetings or training in support of the Alliance or an OSHA initiative.

    Outreach Events and Training Activities
    Activity Type Date Event Name Representative Name and Affiliation Title of Presentation, if applicable City State Emphasis Area(s) Number Reached
    Training During FY 2024 Safety and Health Training USC Trainer During this period, the Alliance group conducted the following safety and health training course for members and others.
    • Certified Occupational Safety Specialist/ Manager
    		 Orlando FL Safety & Health Programs, and Small Business 9
    Training During FY 2024 Safety and Health Training USC Trainer During this period, the Alliance group conducted the following safety and health training courses for members and others.
    • OSHA 10-hour
    • OSHA 30-hour
    • 500 Authorized Trainer Course
    • 502 Update for Construction Trainers
    • 510 Standards for Construction Industry
    • 511 Standards for General Industry.
    		 Orlando FL Construction, Fall Prevention, Heat Illness Prevention, Hispanic/Latino Workers, Safety & Health Programs, and Small Business 127
    Training During FY 2024 Safety and Health Training USC Trainer During this period, the Alliance group conducted the following safety and health training course for members and others.
    • Forklifts/Train-the-Trainer
    		 Orlando FL Safety & Health Programs, and Small Business, Powered Industrial Trucks/Forklifts, and Warehousing & Distribution 29


    Report Prepared by: Amy Wilson, Orlando CAS

Atlanta Region - Alliance Annual Report - December 2, 2024

Atlanta Region - Alliance Annual Report - December 2, 2024

ALLIANCE ANNUAL REPORT
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
And the
Migrants and Minorities Alliance Inc. (M&MA)
December 2, 2024

  1. Alliance Background

    1. Date Signed:
      June 15, 2023

      Dates Renewed:
      N/A

    2. Evaluation Period
      September 30, 2023 – October 1, 2024

    3. Overview:

      The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Migrants and Minorities Alliance Inc agreed to establish an Alliance to provide the public with information, guidance, and access to training resources that will help them protect vulnerable workers by reducing and preventing exposure to hazards in the agricultural and construction industries and understand the rights of workers and the responsibilities of employers under the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act).

    4. Implementation Team Members

      OSHA
      Yvis Torres, Jacksonville Area Office, Compliance Area Specialist (CAS)
      David S. Tisdale, Jacksonville Orlando Area Office, Area Director (AD)

      Alliance participant
      Maria E. Valdivia, President
      Sergia Cárdenas, Vice-President

  2. Implementation Team Meetings

    1. February 8, 2023
    2. April 29, 2023

    In addition to these formal meetings, the Alliance coordinators from both groups maintained regular contact throughout the reporting period to monitor the Alliance's progress and results.

  3. Results
    The following table summarizes the Alliance's activities in support of the goals in the Alliance agreement.

    Dissemination: Alliance Program participant shared information on OSHA-developed or OSHA Alliance Program-developed tools and resources, OSHA standards/rulemakings, enforcement, or outreach campaigns.

    Dissemination Type Date Description Emphasis Area(s) Number Reached
    Dissemination/
    E-mail Alert    		 April 1, 2023 The Jacksonville Area Office, CAS, shared information with the M&MA and its stakeholders regarding OSHA's Susan Harwood Grant Program Webinar. Safety and Health Programs

    4
    Dissemination/
    E-mail Alert    		 March 20, 2024 The Jacksonville Area Office, CAS, shared information with the M&MA regarding the Atlanta Region's falls and heat illnesses prevention webinar. Safety and Health Programs, Fall Protection, and Heat Illnesses

    100
    Dissemination/
    E-mail Alert    		 July 1, 2024 The Jacksonville Area Office, CAS, shared information with the M&MA and its stakeholders regarding OSHA's Susan Harwood Grant Program. Safety and Health Programs

    34
    Dissemination/
    E-mail Alert    		 July 9, 2024 The Jacksonville Area Office, CAS, shared information with the M&MA and its stakeholders regarding OSHA’s Safe + Sound campaign. Safety and Health Programs

    114


    Outreach Events and Training for non-OSHA Staff: Alliance Program participant or OSHA participation in events, which includes speeches/presentations, exhibits, roundtables, conferences, informational webinars or other meetings or training in support of the Alliance or an OSHA initiative.

    Activity Type Date Event Name Representative Name and Affiliation Title of Presentation, if applicable City State Emphasis Area(s) Number Reached
    Meeting/Presentation January 11, 2024 Meeting with the Migrants & Minorities Alliance – Alliance group M&MA President, OSHA CAS A representative from the Alliance group contacted OSHA regarding a fatality in Naples, Florida. The CAS explained the OSHA accident investigation process and reported the incident to the OSHA Fort Lauderdale Area office. Jacksonville FL Safety and Health Programs, Tree Trimming Safety, and Invulnerable Workers

    1
    Meeting February 14, 2024 Meeting with the Migrants & Minorities Alliance – Alliance group M&MA President, OSHA CAS A representative from the Alliance group met with the OSHA CAS to coordinate social media events, which were focused on heat illness and fall prevention. Jacksonville FL Safety and Health Programs, Construction, Fall Protection, and Heat Illnesses

    1
    Meeting March 28, 2024 Empleo Agreement Signing Ceremony M&MA President, OSHA, Consulates, and others A representative from the Alliance group met, met with the OSHA CAS and Assistant Area Director (AAD) to participate in the EMPLEO Agreement signing ceremony. Orlando FL Safety and Health Programs, Construction, and Invulnerable Workers

    100
    Speech/Presentation April 11, 2024 Virtual Interview focused on Heat Illness Prevention M&MA President, OSHA CAS A virtual interview was conducted between a representative from the Alliance group and the OSHA CAS. The discussion was focused on OSHA’s heat illness prevention efforts. Jacksonville FL Safety and Health Programs, Heat Illnesses and Invulnerable Workers

    1,006
    Exhibit / Booth April 27, 2024 Child Festival at Pierson, Florida M&MA President, OSHA CAS, and others A representative from the Alliance group and OSHA supported the Child Festival at Pierson, Florida. The CAS staffed an exhibit booth and distributed a wide range of OSHA publications, which were focused on worker’s rights. This event was targeted for agricultural workers, and it also provided workers with an opportunity to ask OSHA questions regarding workplace safety and health. Pierson FL Safety and Health Programs, Heat Illnesses Prevention, Invulnerable Workers, and Agriculture Workers

    75
    Speech / Presentation May 14, 2024 National Fall Prevention Stand-Down Event M&MA President, OSHA CAS The OSHA CAS conducted a presentation for the Alliance group in support of the National Fall Prevention Stand-Down. Attendees included members of the Migrants and Minorities Alliance and others. Jacksonville FL Safety and Health Programs, Heat Illnesses, Invulnerable Workers, Fall Prevention, and Construction Workers

    826
    Speech / Presentation June 24, 2024 Meeting with the Migrants & Minorities Alliance – Alliance group M&MA President, OSHA CAS The OSHA CAS conducted a presentation for the Alliance group, which was focused on worker rights. Jacksonville FL Safety and Health Programs, Heat Illnesses, Invulnerable Workers, Fall Prevention, and Construction Workers

    1,256
    Speech / Presentation August 14, 2024 OSHASafety+Sound Week M&MA President, OSHA CAS The OSHA CAS conducted a presentation, virtually, for the Alliance group, which focused on Safe+Sound Week. This event focused on the development of Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and Emergency Medical Response. Responded questions from attendees. An opportunity to ask OSHA questions regarding workplace safety and health. Jacksonville FL Safety and Health Programs, Heat Illnesses, Invulnerable Workers, Fall Prevention, and Construction Workers, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

    1,526


    Report Prepared by: Yvis Torres, Jacksonville CAS

Partnership #1339 - Signing Photo - March 4 , 2024

Partnership #1339 - Agreement - March 4, 2024