AGREEMENT RENEWING AN ALLIANCE
BETWEEN
ALLENTOWN AREA OFFICE
THE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
AND
THE LEHIGH VALLEY SAFETY COMMITTEE
A CONSORTIUM OF
THE LEHIGH VALLEY AREA LABOR MANAGEMENT COUNCIL
THE AMERICAN RED CROSS OF THE GREATER LEHIGH VALLEY
NORTHAMPTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Allentown Area Office and the Lehigh Valley Safety Committee (LVSC), a consortium of the Lehigh Valley Area Labor Management Council, the American Red Cross of the Greater Lehigh Valley (Red Cross) and Northampton Community College (NCC), continue to recognize the value of maintaining a collaborative relationship to foster safer and more healthful American workplaces. To that end, OSHA and the LVSC hereby renew the Alliance signed December 15, 2009, with a continued emphasis on construction related hazards, the impact of workplace fatalities, and emergency preparedness issues. Specifically, both organizations are committed to providing LVSC members and others with information, guidance, and access to training resources that will help them protect the health and safety of workers and understand the rights of workers and the responsibilities of employers under the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act). Through the Alliance, the organizations will continue to address construction hazards, emergency preparedness, and work and life wellness programs. In renewing this Alliance, OSHA and the LVSC recognize that OSHA’s State Plan and On-site Consultation Project partners are an integral part of the OSHA national effort.

Raising Awareness of OSHA’s Rulemaking and Enforcement Initiatives

The Participants intend to work together to achieve the following goals related to raising awareness of OSHA’s rulemaking and enforcement initiatives:

• To share information on OSHA’s National/Regional/Local Emphasis Programs, Regulatory Agenda, and opportunities to participate in the rulemaking process.
• To share information on occupational safety and health laws and standards, including the rights and responsibilities of workers and employers.f
• To convene or participate in forums, roundtable discussions, or stakeholder meetings on construction hazards, work and life wellness programs and emergency preparedness to help forge innovative solutions in the workplace or to provide input on safety and health issues.

Training and Education

The Participants intend to work together to achieve the following training and education goals:

• To develop effective training and education programs for LVSC members and others regarding construction related hazards, emergency preparedness and work and life wellness programs, and to communicate such information to constituent employers and workers.
• To deliver or arrange for the delivery of such courses as First-Aid and Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Bloodborne Pathogens, Accident Investigation, Hazard Identification, Safety Committee Operations and Job Safety Analysis, to name a few.

Outreach and Communication

The Participants intend to work together to achieve the following outreach and communication goals:

• To develop information on the recognition and prevention of workplace hazards, and to develop ways of communicating such information (e.g., print and electronic media, electronic assistance tools, and OSHA’s and the LVSC’s, NCC’s and/or the American Red Cross of the Greater Lehigh Valley’s Web sites) to employers and workers in the industry.
• To speak, exhibit, or appear at OSHA’s conferences, local meetings, or other safety related events (e.g. Safety Expo IV).
• To share information among OSHA personnel and industry safety and health professionals regarding LVSC’s good practices or effective approaches through training programs, workshops, seminars, and lectures (or any other applicable forum) developed by the participants.
• To work with other Alliance participants on specific issues and projects on the impact of workplace fatalities that are addressed and developed through the Alliance Program.

OSHA’s Alliances provide parties an opportunity to participate in a voluntary cooperative relationship with OSHA for purposes such as raising awareness of OSHA’s rulemaking and enforcement initiatives, training and education, and outreach and communication. These Alliances have proved to be valuable tools for both OSHA and its Alliance participants. By entering into an Alliance with a party, OSHA is not endorsing or promoting, nor does it intend to endorse or promote, any of that party’s products or services.

An implementation team made up of representatives of each organization will meet to develop a plan of action, determine working procedures, and identify the roles and responsibilities of the participants. In addition, they will meet at least three times per year to track and share information on activities and results in achieving the goals of the Alliance. OSHA team members will include representatives of the Allentown Area Office and any other appropriate offices. OSHA will encourage State Plan States’ and OSHA On-site Consultation Projects’ participation on the team.

This agreement will remain in effect for two years. Any signatory 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 the written concurrence of all signatories.

Signed this 12th day of December, 2011.
 

ANNUAL ALLIANCE REPORT
Philadelphia Regional Office ~ Consulate of Mexico in Philadelphia, PA
August 31, 2016

1. Alliance Background

    

   Date Signed: August 31, 2015

   Scheduled Renewed: August 31, 2017 (tentative)

   Alliance Overview: Standardization of the Consulate of Mexico International template, the overview is for the Participants to establish a collaborative relationship to provide Mexican nationals and others in Pennsylvania and Delaware information, guidance, and access to education and training resources to promote workers' rights in protecting their occupational safety and health, and to help them understand U.S. domestic law on the rights of workers and the responsibilities of employers under the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act).

   Evaluation Period: July 2, 2015 – April 14, 2016 (return to original anniversary date from 2011)

   Implementation Team Members:

   Consulate of Mexico on Philadelphia:
   Jorge Armando Tuddón Meza, Head of the Protection and Legal Affairs Department
   Adriana Clarisa Casa Medina, Protection Services & Legal Affairs
   Yarazetd Mendoza-Camargo, Institute for Mexicans Abroad
   Alejandra Elideth Olivares Patiño, Departamento de Protección, Labor and Civil Affairs

   Occupational Safety and Health Administration:
   Isabel DeOliveira, OSHA Regional Compliance Assistance Specialist (CAS)

   Contributors:
   Carlos Giralt-Cabrales, Consul of Mexico Philadelphia
   Richard Mendelson, OSHA Regional Administrator
   Maria Armstrong, Compliance Officer, OSHA Wilmington Area Office
   Yudy Calixto, Coordinator of Ventanilla de Salud
   Dale Glacken, Compliance Assistance Specialist, OSHA Harrisburg Area Office
   Dalia Nichols, Compliance Officer, OSHA Wilmington Area Office
   Christopher Robinson, Area Director, OSHA Pittsburgh Area Office
   Elizabeth Zimmer, USDOL Wage and Hour Division, Community Outreach and Resource Planning Specialist (CORPS)

2. Implementation Team Meetings

    

   First Implementation Team Meeting July 14, 2015: Mexican Consulate/Bourse Building: Implementation team discussed the goals for upcoming year including the scheduling of the Labor Rights week and BiNational Health Week Events.

   Second Implementation Team Meeting November, 2015: Implementation Team discussed continuing the monthly Consulate monthly talks (charlas) in the Consulate waiting area.

   Third Implementation Team Meeting March 15, 2016 Mexican Consulate/Bourse Building: Implementation team discussed the goals including resigning the Alliance, upcoming 2015 Labor Rights week and Bi-National events. OHSA shared Spanish publications for OSHA's National Falls Safety Stand down to Prevent Falls Campaign May 4- 12, 2015 to be shared and distributed with workers.

3. Activities and Products

    

   Alliance Activity

   • Training and Education

      

     In August and September 2015, the Philadelphia Regional Office Compliance Assistance Specialist (CAS) participated in numerous Mexican Consulate of Philadelphia "Labor Rights Week" events. OSHA representative provided training for Mexican Nationals on Heat Stress and Workers Rights in small “Information Sessions” also known as charlas. The small speeches are repeated to the ever-changing small groups (10-15 people) as the Mexican Nationals wait for their documents on an hourly basis.

     In February, 2016 OSHA provided an OSHA update on Infection control to clinic staff and facility administrators at la Comunidad Hispana in Kennett Square, PA in support of the Alliance with Consulate of Mexico. CAS presented and discussed information relating to OSHAs Health Care initiatives, bloodborne pathogens, workplace violence, Zika virus resources, recordkeeping - reporting requirements, and worker rights including temporary (perdiem) workers.

   • Outreach and Communication

      

     Mobile Consulates: During this evaluation period, OSHA provided outreach and communication at “Mobile Consulates” conducted in various locations throughout Delaware, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. At these Saturday events, OSHA and Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division (WHD) provided bi-lingual representatives to answer to questions posed concerning safety and health and wage related issues. Informational resource tables were provided with publication provided in both English and Spanish. OSHA also used these events to promote employee rights, employer responsibilities and the OSHA inspection, complaint, whistleblower procedures. Special emphasis on Heat Illness prevention and Fall Prevention Campaigns were highlighted in the appropriate months. OSHA describes temporary worker rights and staffing agency responsibilities at most events. OSHA continues to provide representatives for the Consulate's “Mobile Consulates” on the weekend as this has been determined to be a successful means to engage the Mexican community concerning labor issues.

     In 2015/2016, OSHA participated in the following outreaches:
     Newark, Delaware July 11, 2015 – OSHA reached 250 workers
     Harrisburg, Pennsylvania July 25, 2015 – OSHA reached 200 workers
     Dover, Delaware October 3, 2015 – OSHA reached 200 workers
     Gettysburg, Pennsylvania November 7, 2015 – OSHA reached 200 workers
     Lebanon, Pennsylvania – OSHA reached 100 workers
     Newark/Bear, Delaware February 6, 2016 – OSHA reached 250 workers
     Vineland, New Jersey February 27, 2016 – OSHA reached 250 workers
     Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania April 2, 2016 – OSHA reached 250 workers

   Worker Outreach in Consulate office space:

   OSHA presented information on workers' rights, how to make a complaint while workers waited for their Consulate documents. OSHA also answered questions and provided publications and other compliance assistance resources.

   July, 2015 – 75 workers reached
   August, 2015 – 50 workers reached * Labor Rights Week
   September, 2015 – 80 workers reached * Labor Rights Week
   November, 2015 - 80 workers reached
   January, 2016 - 70 workers reached
   February, 2016 - 75 workers reached
   March, 2016 - 100 workers reached *International Working Woman's Day
   April, 2016 - 90 workers in attendance * Anti-defamation League presentation

   • Promoting the National Dialogue on Safety and Health

     On July 14, 2015 at the Consulate of Mexico in Philadelphia - In support of the current Alliance, OSHA participated in a Community Leaders networking session and luncheon (Almuerzo con líderes y socios comunitarios). OSHA shared information on OSHA, workers' rights and upcoming national campaign outreach event (like Labor Rights week). There were an estimate 25 communities leaders in attendance and 75 workers impacted.

     On August 31, 2015 at the Consulate of Mexico in Philadelphia, OSHA signed the Alliance renewal documents during this year's Labor Rights Week. This year's theme is "I have rights in the workplace! / ¡Tengo derechos en el trabajo¡". DOL representatives provided outreach that focused on increasing awareness and informing workers and employers about their rights and responsibilities under U.S. labor laws. OSHA answered questions about Fall protection and personal protective equipment.

     During another labor rights week event, OSHA received complaint from multiple employees of a laundry processing facility. Complaint items included National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and Wage and Hour Division (WHD) items.

     On September 13, 2015 at the Mexican Independence Day Festival OSHA supported the Consulate of Mexico in Philadelphia Alliance when provided information on workers and employers rights and responsibilities under U.S. labor laws.

     During October 2015, BiNational Health Fair, OSHA presenting information on workers' rights. OSHA answered questions about hazard communication training, temporary staffing agency responsibilities and use of personal protective equipment (ppe) for the exposures.

   Alliance Products

   While no specific products were produced by the participants, both consistently promoted and shared OSHA and DOL Spanish language resources including the monthly USDOL – Spanish newsletter distribution (Promoviendo la Seguridad en el Trabajo).

4. Results July 2, 2015 – April 14, 2016

    

   The Alliance had an effective fifth year. The Participants worked closely together to reach the Mexican and other Spanish speaking stakeholders through a variety of different venues.

   Type of Activity (Conference, Training, Print and Electronic Distribution, etc.)	Number of Individuals Reached or Trained
   Labor Rights Week Events (3)	180
   Community outreach – la Comunidad Hispana training on workplace Rights including	30
   Mobile Consulates (8) *Compliance assistance weekend outreach activities	1,500
   Consulate Outreach – platicas (6)	490
   BiNational Health Week events (3)	280
   Media (radio, television) – Consulate periodically conducts radio broadcasts (DE, NJ, PA) where they promote US DOL worker rights	20,000
   USDOL – Spanish newsletter distribution (Promoviendo la Seguridad en el Trabajo)	1000
   TOTAL:	23,480

5. Upcoming Milestones

    

   The Participants have agreed to continue the Regional Alliance agreement through September, 2017.

   Report Prepared by: Isabel DeOliveira, Regional Compliance Assistance Specialist, Philadelphia OSHA Regional Office.

   For more information, contact the Office of Outreach Services and Alliances at 202-693-2340 or go to www.osha.gov.

AGREEMENT ESTABLISHING AN ALLIANCE
BETWEEN
THE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
PHILADELPHIA AREA OFFICE
AND
THE AMERICAN MUSHROOM INSTITUTE

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Philadelphia Area Office, and the American Mushroom Institute, recognize the value of establishing a collaborative relationship to foster safer and more healthful American workplaces. OSHA and the American Mushroom Institute hereby form an Alliance to provide local businesses and others with information, guidance, and access to training resources that will help them protect employees’ health and safety particularly in reducing and preventing exposure to falls, amputations, chemical, electrical and other physical hazards, and to develop and implement effective safety and health programs. In developing this Alliance, OSHA and the American Mushroom Institute recognize that OSHA’s State Plan and Consultation Project partners are an integral part of the OSHA national effort.

OSHA and the American Mushroom Institute will work together to achieve the following training and education goals:

• Develop and provide training and education programs for the mushroom growing industry for preventing hazards related to falls, amputations, chemical, electrical and physical hazards, for the development and implementation of effective safety and health programs, and to provide expertise in communicating such information to employers and employees.

OSHA and the American Mushroom Institute will work together to achieve the following outreach and communication goals:

• Provide expertise in developing information on the recognition and prevention of workplace hazards in the mushroom growing industry, and provide expertise in developing innovative ways of communicating such information through print, electronic media, and electronic assistance tools to employers and employees.
   
• Speak, exhibit, or appear at the American Mushroom Institute training sessions, regional meetings or other events.
   
• Share non-confidential information among OSHA personnel and the American Mushroom Institute regarding best practices or effective approaches and publicize results through outreach by the American Mushroom Institute, and through OSHA or the American Mushroom Institute developed materials, training programs, workshops, seminars, and lectures or other applicable forum.
   
• Promote and encourage participation in OSHA’s cooperative programs such as compliance assistance, the Voluntary Protection Program, Consultation, and its Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program.
   
• Encourage the American Mushroom Institute participants to build relationships with OSHA’s Regional and Area Offices and Consultation Projects to address health and safety issues.

OSHA and the American Mushroom Institute will work together to achieve the following goals related to promoting the national dialogue on workplace safety and health:

• Raise others’ awareness of and demonstrate their own commitment to workplace safety and health whenever American Mushroom Institute leaders address groups.
   
• Develop and disseminate case studies illustrating the business value of safety and health and publicize their results.
   
• Convene or participate in forums, round table discussions, or stakeholder meetings on health and safety issues to help forge innovative solutions in the workplace.

The Alliance provides 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. The Alliance will be a valuable tool 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.

An implementation team made up of representatives of both organizations will meet to develop a plan of action, determine working procedures, and identify the roles and responsibilities of the participants. In addition, they will meet at least three times per year 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. Either party 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 the concurrence of both parties.

ANNUAL ALLIANCE REPORT
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
and
Delaware OSHA Consultation/Delaware Department of Labor
and
Associated Builders and Contractors, Inc. Delaware Chapter
8/9/2019

1. Alliance Background

   1. Date Signed:

      June 15, 2016

   2. Evaluation Period:

      June 15, 2018 – June 15, 2019

   3. Overview:

      The Alliance was formed to provide ABC members and others with information, guidance and access to training resources that will help them protect the health and safety of workers. The focus of the agreement is reducing and preventing exposures to safety and health hazards at construction sites and help workers understand the rights of workers and the responsibilities of employers under the Occupational Safety and Health Act.

      The purpose of this annual report is to provide an assessment of all activities that each of the partners have conducted to support the alliance goals.

   4. Implementation Team Members:

      OSHA

      OSHA Area Director – Erin G. Patterson

      Alliance participants

      ABC President – Ed Capodanno
      ABC Safety, Health – Wellness Committee Chair – Scott Cudmore, M. Davis & Sons
      Delaware OSHA Consultation – Project Director – Traci Fraley

2. Implementation Team Meetings/Activities

   • September 19, 2018
   • November 28, 2018
   • March 20, 2019
   • May 8, 2019

   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.

   Raising Awareness of OSHA’s Rulemaking and Enforcement Initiatives: To share information on OSHA’s National/Regional/Local Emphasis Programs, Regulatory Agenda, and opportunities to participate in the rulemaking process To share information on occupational safety and health laws and standards, including the rights and responsibilities of workers and employers. To convene or participate in forums, roundtable discussions, or stakeholder meetings at the OSHA and ABC DE annual meeting and/or the Fall Prevention Stand Down to help forge innovative solutions in the workplace or to provide input on safety and health issues. To encourage worker participation in workplace safety and health by promoting the value of injury and illness prevention programs.
   Activity Type	Activity Name/Summary	OSHA Areas of Emphasis Supported	Number Reached
   Dissemination – ABC Newsletter	Focus Four Article	Focus Four	1136
   Dissemination – ABC Newsletter	1 — Saw Safety 2 — Safety Maintenance	Construction Construction	1136
   Dissemination – ABC Newsletter	Working with Down Electrical Wires	Electrical	1136
   Dissemination	Safety Tweets (weekly)	OSHA	200
   Exhibit	Safety Exhibit @ ABC January 2019 Networking Event	Construction	120
   Dissemination & OSHA Product Review – ABC Newsletter & Website Safety Page	Federal Civil Penalties Act update	OSHA	1136
   Dissemination – ABC Newsletter	Monthly safety articles provided by safety committee members appear at least monthly in the newsletter	Safety, Health & Wellness	1136
   Training and Education: To develop and/or deliver effective training and education programs for ABC DE members, their workers and others within the construction industry focusing on reducing and preventing exposure to falls, electrical, caught-in or between, and struck-by and any other relevant safety and health hazards, and to communicate such information to constituent employers and workers. To develop and/or deliver effective training and education programs for ABC members, their workers and other to promote understanding of workers’ rights, including the use of the OSHA complaint process, and the responsibilities of employers and to communicate such information to workers and employers. To educate stakeholders and encourage the voluntary use of the free, confidential onsite consultation services provided by Delaware OSHA Consultation.
   Activity Type	Activity Name/Summary	OSHA Areas of Emphasis Supported	Number Reached
   Training	OSHA 10-hour training classes	Construction	131
   Event	OSHA National Safety Stand Down to Prevent Falls Event	Construction	85
   Training	MOSH—What Contractors Need to Know	Construction	26
   Training	Silica dangers and power tools to help meet requirements of Table 1	Construction	21
   Training	Adult CPR & First Aid	First Aid	211
   Training	Fall Protection	Focus Four	18
   Training	Fleet Vehicle Safety & DOT regulations	Construction	23
   Outreach and Communication: To develop information on the recognition and prevention of workplace hazards, and to develop ways of communicating such information (e.g., print and electronic media, electronic assistance tools, and OSHA and ABC DE’s Web sites) to employers and workers in the industry. To speak, exhibit, or appear at OSHA’s or ABC DE conferences, local meetings, and the National Safety Stand-Down to prevent Falls in Construction events. To share information among OSHA personnel and industry safety and health professionals regarding best practices or effective approaches through training programs, workshops, seminars, and lectures (or any other applicable forum) developed by the Participants.
   Activity Type	Activity Name/Summary	OSHA Areas of Emphasis Supported	Number Reached
   Speech/Presentation	OSHA Lunch and Learn Event	OSHA	51
   Speech/Presentation/Event/Training/Exhibit	OSHA National Safety Stand Down to Prevent Falls Event	Construction	85
   Dissemination	Safety Information published on ABC Website Safety Page	Construction	1131
   Dissemination – Newsletter and ABC Website Safety Page	OSHA Focus Four Campaign (February – May 2019)	Focus Four	1131
   Dissemination-Newsletter	OSHA Safe & Sound Week (August 12 – 16, 2019)	Value of Safety & Health Program	1131
   Dissemination/Speech/Presentation/Event	The Value of ABC STEP	Safety & Health	30
   TOTAL			8,184

4. Evaluations

   The Alliance is now in its third year, and was renewed in September 2018. The Alliance activities provided during this evaluation period were well received. The member representatives and the recipients of the safety and health outreach activities/communications found the information valuable in assisting them in promoting and improving their safety and health efforts at their construction jobsites. ABC Delaware has provided significant support in the field of occupational safety and health during the alliance period, and won awards from their national chapter for generating the most participation in their organization’s safety and health recognition program.

   The individuals reached by the outreach activities/communication activities represent companies with many employees/members that would be directly affected by the safety and health information provided. The working relationship between all of the Alliance Signatories and the feedback on the Alliance continues to be very positive.

   New activities this year include greater interaction with students and trade schools. In conjunction with the ABC Delaware Careers in Construction Committee, members of the Safety, Health & Wellness Committee participated in “drop-in” activities at the various vo-tech schools, including Delcastle, Hodgson, St. George’s and Polytech. There were no specific dates planned, but if a safety person from a company happened to be in the area, they would call the teacher and visit the class to present a safety topic and answer student questions about safety and the jobsite. The idea worked very well, and was met with great acceptance from trade teachers who valued the real world experience in the classroom. Teachers say it provided another “voice in the students’ head” to hear the whys and how safety is everyone’s business both in the shop and on a jobsite.

5. Upcoming Milestones

   The Alliance continues to look at future opportunities to provide information for participants/membership in the upcoming year. The Alliance Signatories will continue to work together to address the safety and health needs of the participants/membership through the revision and implementation of their work plan. The revised work plan will continue to include ABC Delaware support to OSHA outreach events, development and dissemination of safety and health information, and training/education of their members and other construction industry stakeholders. ABC Delaware will also continue to encourage their members to request the use of Delaware OSHA Consultation services.

   Report prepared by: Erin G. Patterson, Area Director, Wilmington Area Office.

ANNUAL ALLIANCE REPORT
PITTSBURGH AREA OFFICE
THE CONSTRUCTORS ASSOCIATION OF WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA
December 17, 2013

1. Alliance Background

   Date Signed: December 19, 2005

   Date Renewed: Last Renewal December 10, 2013

   Alliance Overview:

   The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Pittsburgh Area Office and The Constructors Association of Western Pennsylvania (CAWP) aligned to provide Council members and others with information, guidance, and access to training resources that will help protect employees' health and safety, particularly in reducing and preventing exposure to the hazards associated with the heavy and highway construction industry.

   Implementation Team Members:

   Robert Miner - President, CAWP
   Richard Barcaskey - Executive Director, CAWP
   Jason Koss - Director of Industry Relations, CAWP
   Christopher Robinson - Area Director, OSHA Pittsburgh Area Office
   Robert Carroll - CAS, OSHA Pittsburgh Area Office

2. Implementation Team Meetings
   • January 23, 2013    
   • In-person
   • Dormont, PA
   • March 28, 2013      
   • In-person
   • Dormont, PA
   • May 15, 2013         
   • In-person
   • Dormont, PA
   • August 8, 2013       
   • In-person
   • Dormont, PA
   • December 9, 2013  
   • In-person
   • Dormont, PA
   • December 10, 2013
   • In-person
   • Dormont, PA
3. Activities and Products

   Evaluation Period.

   December 17, 2012 to December 17, 2013

   Alliance Activity.

   January 23, 2013 - Alliance meeting discussing OSHA updated information and member safety and health concerns. In addition, a future training events schedule and topics were discussed. Related topics reviewed construction workzones, fall protection, ergonomics, Backover information, and OSHA policies/procedures

   February 11, 2013 - CAS presented information on OSHA inspection policies/procedures, worker & employer rights and answered numerous questions on construction standards pertaint to Heavy & Highway construction as part of a 30 hr OSHA course.

   March 22, 2013 - CAWP Director of Industry Relations presented to PennDOT District One Construction Stand down winter school on "Contractors Perspective on Safety".

   March 28, 2013- Alliance meeting where CAS provided and discussed updated information on Work Zone Directive, GHS, the crane standard certification, Fall protection Campaign and OSHA's vulnerable worker focus.

   May 15, 2013 - Alliance meeting discussing information and provided handouts (posters, fact sheets, stickers) on fall protection and heat stress. In addition, the CAS reviewed several of the fall protection training videos on the OSHA website. The Director of Industry Relations will provide information to the safety committee members and post links on the website.

   August 8, 2013 - Alliance meeting with Director of Industry Relations. Discussed upcoming major projects and PennDOT looking to develop a "PA Traffic Control Manager" requirement. Also an OSHA update was given.

   September 12, 2013 - PA One Call Western PA Safety Day - Pittsburgh OSHA Area Office staffed and information table. Provided handouts and answered a variety of question relating to excavation safety, construction standards, fall protection, heat stress, workers rights and OSHA policies/procedures. The CAWP Director of Industry Relations and member representatives participated and discussed issues and concerns on OSHA policies/procedures, workzone safety, fall protection and excavation safety.

   September 25, 2013 - CAWP Safety Committee held a roundtable and participated in tours at the Carpenter's Apprenticeship Training School.

   October 11, 2013 - CAWP Safety Committee held a roundtable and participated in tours at the new Operator Engineers Apprenticeship Training School.

   Throughout this evaluation period, the CAS has e-mailed the four safety alerts on product defects relating to, Genie Lift, FallTech/Yoke snap hooks & rebar hooks, RIDGID Nail Gun and Chinese made polyester slings.

   The Constructors Association of Western Pennsylvania has quarterly Safety and Risk Committee meetings. These meetings not only work on planning future events, they act as a forum to exchange safety and health technical information and best practices. In addition, CAWP provides safety educational opportunities throughout the year for both members and non-members in the following areas: OSHA 10/30 hour, First Aid/CPR/AED, Mobile Crane Safety, Rigging, Confined Space, Trenching/Excavation, Fall Protection, Flagger Train-the-Trainer, Accident Prevention for Supervisors, Defensive Driving, Safeland, GHS, CSP Prep Workshop and DOT Compliance.

   The Constructors Association of Western Pennsylvania is represented on all heavy and highway union joint apprenticeship committees operating in western Pennsylvania. The Association accomplishes this by appointing contractor members to each of these programs, which include the following trade unions: Carpenters, Cement Masons, Laborers, Operating Engineers, and Pile Drivers. In addition, a training fund is used for education of Teamsters. These committees are responsible for providing skilled construction workers through apprenticeship and training programs. Safety and Health information is promoted, supported and conveyed through these programs.

   Alliance Products.

   CAWP website was utilized to provide safety information and promote the various safety activities the organization conducts. The website has a link to the on-line safety training provided by the AGC of America. In addition, the website provided a link to OSHA's website.

   CAWP developed and distributed a new employee training booklet addressing the New Hazard Communication standard.

4. Results

   The activities provided during this evaluation period were well received. The member representatives and the recipients of the safety and health outreach activities/communications found the information valuable in assisting them in promoting and improving their safety and health efforts at their heavy and highway construction jobsites.

    

   Type of Activity (Conference, Training, Print and Electronic Distribution, etc.)	Number of Individuals Reached or Trained
   All CAWP sponsored training courses/classes/workshops to managers, supervisors, and union employees	905
   CAWP Hazard Communication Employee Training Booklet	4000
   CAWP Safety Committee Roundtable and Tours at Carpenters and Operating Engineers Apprenticeship Schools.	40
   PennDOT District One Construction Stand Down Winter School Presentation "Contractors Perspective on Safety"	80
   PA One Call Western Pennsylvania Safety Days	200
   CAWP Website and e-mail system - Links to OSHA website, OSHA heat and fall programs posted, safety alerts, posting of organization events and training (ability to reach member and associate member employees)	20,000
   TOTAL	25,225

    

   The individuals reached by the outreach activities/communication activities represent companies/unions with many employees/members that would be directly affected by the safety and health information provided. The working relationship between the Alliance Signatories and the feedback on the Alliance continues to be very positive.

5. Upcoming Milestones

   As a result of the positive working relationship between the Alliance signatories, an Alliance Renewal Agreement was signed on December 10, 2013. The Alliance is continually looking into future opportunities in providing information for affected parties through internet use, roundtable discussions and training sessions. The Alliance signatories will continue to work to address the safety and health needs of the affected parties.

ALLIANCE ANNUAL REPORT
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
HARRISBURG AREA OFFICE
AND
THE PENNSYLVANIA CHAMBER OF BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY
August 20, 2007

I. Alliance Background

Renewal Agreement, August 10, 2005

Overview

Cooperative initiative to assist PA Chamber members with information and outreach assistance in a effort become fully compliant with OSHA Standards and Regulations.

Implementation Team Members

OSHA Members: Robert M. Fink, Area Director; David Roccasecca, Assistant Area Director; Dale Glacken, Compliance Assistance Specialist

PA Chamber Members: Susan Smith, Director, Customer Learning; David Kreider, VP of Operations

Evaluation Period

August 10, 2006 thru August 10, 2007.

II. Implementation Team Meetings

August 2006 through August 2007 – Numerous contacts (telephone conference calls and e-mail exchanges) were made to prepare for each of the sessions.

III. Events and Products

Training and Education

• Events
   
  1. September 14, 2006: Half day, "Ask OSHA roundtable", Session 1 was presented to 70 Chamber members. The HAO AD spoke at the PA Chamber of Business and Industry’s, "Ask OSHA roundtable" in Grantville, PA and provided updates to the current standards. Session was also attended by Steven High who presented information about Walking and Working Surfaces. It was also attended by Jodi Plavner, Partner who discussed the OSHA Recordkeeping standard from a lawyer’s perspective. Session ended with a question and answer session.
  2. March, 22 2007: Half day, "Ask OSHA Roundtable", Session 2, CAS spoke to 172 attendees at the Pa Chamber of Business and Industries, "Ask OSHA Roundtable" in Grantville PA. CAS spoke about recent OSHA updates and our current focus areas. Following the CAS, Colin Brigham, VP of Creating Positive Emotions spoke about avoiding ergonomic injuries/hazards and Doctor Richard Donze, Medical Director at the Occupational Health Center at the Chester County Hospital spoke about an Occupational Physician’s Approach to Work-Related Low Back Pain.
  3. May 24, 2007: A full day OSHA & Workplace Safety Conference was presented to 140 members. 7 Sessions were put on by OSHA and local consultants, topics included: OSHA Update, OSHA 101, How to survive an OSHA inspection from a businesses perspective, Lockout/Tagout, Machine Guarding requirements, Hazard Communication, Respiratory Protection Compliance, Employee Training Requirements and Powered Industrial Trucks.
• Products
  
  The Chamber prepared an "OSHA Handbook", 2007/2008 Edition for their members with input from OSHA as part of this Alliance. The document is 472 pages in length, has 12 chapters and covers a range of safety topics starting with Understanding OSHA and ending with Ergonomics in the Workplace.

Outreach and Communication

• Events
  
  N/A
   
• Products
  
  N/A

Promoting the National Dialogue on Workplace Safety and Health

• Events
  
  N/A
   
• Products
  
  N/A

IV. Results

The third year of the Alliance has been devoted to presenting information to the Chamber’s members at three different "Ask OSHA Roundtable" sessions. Similar activities will occur during the fourth year of the Alliance, however, we will also develop more materials for the Chamber’s 10,000 members.

V. Upcoming Milestones

1. Two Roundtables will be conducted this coming year with a full day OSHA/Chamber Roundtable being planned for 2008. We will continue to have meetings with the Chamber to work out the details for each. The Pennsylvania Chamber is currently the second largest state Chamber in the United States. They have over 10,000 members; 82% are considered small employers with less than 100 employees and 1/3 of their members have less than 10 employees.

2. Sept 12, 2007: A half day "Ask OSHA Roundtable" presentation has been set up to provide an OSHA update and to review OSHA involvement with workplace violence issues.

ALLIANCE ANNUAL REPORT

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
HARRISBURG AREA OFFICE
AND
THE PENNSYLVANIA CHAMBER OF BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY
June 14, 2005

1. Alliance Background
   
   Date Signed
   
   March 29, 2004
   
   Overview
   
   Cooperative initiative to assist PA Chamber members with information and out reach assistance in a effort become fully compliant with OSHA Standards and Regulations.
   
   Implementation Team Members
   
   OSHA Members: Robert M. Fink, Area Director; David Roccasecca, Assistant Area Director; Ernest T. Warlow, Compliance Assistance Specialist
   
   PA Chamber Members: Susan Smith, Director, Customer Learning; David Kreider, VP of Finance & Administration
   
   Evaluation Period
   
   March 29, 2004 thru June 14, 2005
    
2. Implementation Team Meetings
   
   September 28, 2004 - Harrisburg Area Office - Joint planning meeting for the 2005 Annual OSHA and Workplace Safety Conference.
   
   March through May, 2005 - Approximately twelve contacts (telephone conference calls and e-mail exchanges) finalizing plans for the May 26, 2005 conference and/or discussing plans for the September 15, 2005 "Ask OSHA" Roundtable meeting with small and medium size employers.
    
3. Events and Products
   
   Training and Education
    
   • Events
      
     1. June 17, 2004 - "2004 Annual OSHA and Workplace Safety Conference" sponsored by the PA Chamber. OSHA staff presented two workshops. One was a general workshop on compliance with OSHA Standards. The second workshop dealt with OSHA inspection procedures.
     2. May 26, 2005 - "2005 Annual OSHA and Workplace Safety Conference" sponsored by the PA Chamber. OSHA staff presented two workshops. The first workshop topic was "PSM & Emergency Response". The second workshop was "Lockout/Tagout & Electrical Standards".
   • Products
     
     No products were developed or planned as part of this Alliance.
   Outreach and Communication
    
   • Events
     
     N/A
      
   • Products
     
     N/A
   Promoting the National Dialogue on Workplace Safety and Health
    
   • Events
     
     N/A
      
   • Products
     
     N/A
4. Results
   
   The first year of the Alliance was primarily devoted to initial planning activities and providing support and speakers for the Chamber's 2004 and 2005 Annual Safety Conferences. Similar activities will occur during the second year of the Alliance, however, we will also try to establish an effective means for distributing OSHA information to the Chamber's 10,000 members (see Section V). There is frequent distrust of OSHA and the Federal government amongst small employers and our initial efforts will be geared toward alleviating those fears and establishing effective communications.
    

   Type of Activity (Conference, Training, Print and Electronic Distribution, etc.)	Number of Individuals Reached or Trained
   Conference	70
   Conference	106
   TOTAL	176

5. Upcoming Milestones
   
   1. September 15, 2005 - a half day "Ask OSHA" Roundtable presentation and open forum discussion with small to medium size employers is scheduled for the Holiday Inn, Grantville, PA.
   
   2. Two or three meetings will be held with the Chamber representatives during the next year to develop and implement procedures for disseminating OSHA information to their members. The Pennsylvania Chamber is currently the second largest state Chamber in the United States. They have over 10,000 members; 82% are considered small employers with less than 100 employees and 1/3 of their members have less than 10 employees.

ANNUAL ALLIANCE REPORT
January 11, 2005

I. Alliance Background

August 27, 2003

Overview

The Alliance was formed to provide LCTI students, staff members and others, including public and private volunteer members of the Occupational Advisory Councils (OAC) with information, guidance, and access to training resources in order to help protect the general health and safety of the LCTI campus and youth entering the workforce. To assist the school in identifying safety and health issues and hazards that are observed through safety audits of the school’s classrooms, laboratories and student built house project, to develop and disseminate information through print and electronic media, including electronic assistance tools and links from OSHA’s and LCTI’s Web sites, and to speak, exhibit, and/or appear at LCTI conferences, local meetings, or other school events such as Educator Academy’s and School-to-Career in-services.

Implementation Team Members

David Lapinsky, Assistant Administrator, LCTI

Scott Shimandle, CAS, USDOL/OSHA Allentown Area Office

Contributors

James Casey, Praxair Inc.; Claude Kohl, Jr., retired; Bill Dellicker, LCTI; Robert Edwards, Lehigh Valley HazMat Responders; Michael Gibson, Associated Builders and Contractors; Joel Oleksa, Air Products and Chemicals; Linda Pacifico, LCTI; Tyrone Reed, Alvin H. Butz, Inc.

Evaluation Period

August 27, 2003 until October 27, 2004

II. Implementation Team Meetings

III. Events and Products

Training and Education

• Products
  
  No products created at this time

Outreach and Communication

• Events
  
  Feb. 20, 2004 Presentation at Pennsylvania Vocational Administrators Conference (Hershey, PA)
   
• Products
  
  No products created at this time.

Promoting the National Dialogue on Workplace Safety and Health

• Events
  
  No events promoting National Dialogue, however, please take note to above listed presentation at the PA Vocational Administrators Conference
   
• Products
  
  No products created at this time

IV. Results

This Alliance continues to have a significant impact on improving the safety and health of not only the students and faculty of LCTI, but also enhancing the safety knowledge of members of the school’s Occupational Advisory Committee. The school inspections have identified almost 100 safety and health issues that are currently being addressed to improve S/H. Additionally, the items being found are being utilized as part of the school’s improvement plan, during the complete renovation process that is currently being conducted. 

V. Upcoming Milestones

The school’s Administration is planning on institutionalizing the OSHA 10 and/or 30 hour construction training courses as part of their core curriculum to enhance the safety and health knowledge of the students prior to the job market. Additionally, the Occupational Advisory Committee is discussing different means to positively reinforce the lack of hazardous conditions found within the different labs/classrooms. Student involvement continues to grow, as some Instructors have delegated a student safety representative to not only inspect the area, but also to accompany the committee during its audits.

It is strongly recommended that this Alliance continue to aid in assisting the school in improving not only its physical safety and health condition, but also the safety and health knowledge of the students, instructors, teachers, aids, and other staffers.

ANNUAL ALLIANCE REPORT

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
And the
Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry
March 31, 2015

1. Alliance Background

   1. Date Signed

      July 18, 2014

   2. Evaluation Period

      March 5, 2014 – March 5, 2015

   3. Overview

      OSHA and Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry (PCBI) intend to work together to with a continued emphasis on reducing and preventing exposure to hazards associated predominantly with the general industry sector. Specifically, OSHA and PCBI are committed to providing PCBI members and others with information, guidance, and access to training resources that will help them protect the health and safety of workers 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

      Kevin G. Kilp

      Area Director/ USDOL/OSHA Harrisburg Area Office.

      Dale Glacken

      Compliance Assistance Specialist/ USDOL/OSHA Harrisburg Area Office.

      Alliance participant

      Susan Smith

      Director, Educational Services/ PA Chamber of Business and Industry.

2. Implementation Team Meetings

   • May 30, 2014: Results reviewed/received from previous OSHA Roundtables.
   • July 18, 2014: Meeting to renew the alliance between OSHA and the PCBI. Participants discussed possible ideas for next year’s round tables: temporary worker possibly presented by OSHA and WHD, changes to the Hazard Communication Standard that employers will need to be in compliance with. If the Alliance could effectively reach construction companies, it would be good to review: roofing work requirements and residential construction requirements.
   • Sept 4 – 8, 2014: Implementation team discussed details for 2015 events, including possible dates and began discussing potential topics. Team selects topics that are equally importance to OSHA and interesting safety topics that are timely and relevant to the roundtable attendees.
   • Sept 8, 2014: PA Chamber published the OSHA Handbook, 6th edition and distributed it.
   • Sept 18, 2014: Continued dialogue with the PCBI to discuss next year’s sessions.

   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, refine details for each event and discuss results.

3. Results

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

   These tables are best viewed on tablets, notebooks, or desktop computer screens.

   Raising Awareness of OSHA's Rulemaking and Enforcement Initiatives

   Goal 1: To share information on occupational safety and health laws and standards, including the rights and responsibilities of workers and employers.

   Activity Type	Activity Name/Summary	OSHA Initiative Supported	Number Reached
   Other	PA Chamber published the OSHA Handbook, 6th edition which describes employer responsibilities and worker rights and sold to their membership. 150 Handbooks have been sold.	Worker Rights	150

   Raising Awareness of OSHA's Rulemaking and Enforcement Initiatives

   Goal 2: To encourage worker participation in the PCBI sponsored Pennsylvania Bureau of Workers' Compensation, Health and Safety Division, annual employer safety committee recertification training event.

   Activity Type	Activity Name/Summary	OSHA Initiative Supported	Number Reached
   Exhibit	Sept 18, 2014: Annual Recertification and Training for Workers’ Compensation Safety Committees: CAS was provided a table to exhibit OSHA materials.	Fall Protection. Hazard Communication. Rights and Responsibilities. Recordkeeping Requirements. Whistleblower Protections.	53
   Speech/Presentation	Sept 18, 2014: Annual Recertification and Training for Workers’ Compensation Safety Committees: The session was conducted by Mary Rose Turnpaugh, Health and Safety Training Specialist for the PA Bureau of Worker’s Compensation Health and Safety Division out of the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry. CAS presented material on the proposed Injury and Illness Prevention Program (I2P2), proposed electronic reporting of injuries and Illnesses, the proposed Updates to the OSHA Recordkeeping/Reporting rules, expectations for Incentive Programs and finally, What is the OSHA Whistleblower program?	Recordkeeping/Reporting.	53

   Training and Education

   Goal 1: To develop or assist in the development of effective training and education programs for member companies and others regarding hazards within the general industry sector and to communicate such information to constituent employers and workers.

   Activity Type	Activity Name/Summary	OSHA Initiative Supported	Number Reached
   Speech/Presentation	Sept 18, 2014: Annual Recertification and Training for Workers’ Compensation Safety Committees: The session was conducted by Mary Rose Turnpaugh, Health and Safety Training Specialist for the PA Bureau of Worker’s Compensation Health and Safety Division out of the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry. CAS presented material on the proposed Injury and Illness Prevention Program (I2P2), proposed electronic reporting of injuries and Illnesses, the proposed Updates to the OSHA Recordkeeping/Reporting rules, expectations for Incentive Programs and finally, What is the OSHA Whistleblower program?	Recordkeeping/Reporting.	53

   Training and Education

   Goal 2: To present occupational safety and health information at least annually, to PCBI members on OSHA General Industry compliance.

   Activity Type	Activity Name/Summary	OSHA Initiative Supported	Number Reached
   Speech/Presentation	The Chamber hosted 3 OSHA Roundtables throughout the Commonwealth: March 7, 2014 in Harrisburg, March 13, 2014 in Monroeville and March 20, 2014 in Valley Forge: The following topics were presented: An OSHA Update was given by each of the Area Office Area Directors, Lock Out/Tag Out/Machine Guarding was given by Steve High of High Safety Consulting, and Complying with OSHA’s Electrical Safety Standard by Chuck Baker of Inservco.   May 28, 2014: OSHA and Workplace Safety Conference: The all-day session covered the following topics: Active Shooter given by the PA State Police, Preventing Combustible Dust and Flammable Vapor Explosions presented by Vahid Ebadat, Forklift Safety Compliance presented by Joe Cocciardi and Dale Glacken, and finally Fall Protection and Scaffolding Guidelines presented by Joe Cocciardi and Dale Glacken.	National and Local Emphasis Programs. Hazardous Machinery.   Combustible Dust, Fall Protection.	Attendance: Harrisburg = 71, Pittsburgh = 24 and Valley Forge = 41. TOTAL: 136   65

   Outreach and Communication

   Goal 1: To develop information on the recognition and prevention of workplace hazards, and to develop ways of communicating such information (e.g., print and electronic media, electronic assistance tools, and OSHA's and the PCBI Web site) to employers and workers in the industry.

   Activity Type	Activity Name/Summary	OSHA Initiative Supported	Number Reached
   	No Activities

   Outreach and Communication

   Goal 2: To speak, exhibit, or appear at OSHA's or PCBI conferences, local meetings, or other applicable events.

   Activity Type	Activity Name/Summary	OSHA Initiative Supported	Number Reached
   Speech/Presentation	The Chamber hosted 3 OSHA Roundtables throughout the Commonwealth: March 7, 2014 in Harrisburg, March 13, 2014 in Monroeville and March 20, 2014 in Valley Forge: The following topics were presented: An OSHA Update was given by each of the Area Office Area Directors, Lock Out/Tag Out/Machine Guarding was given by Steve High of High Safety Consulting, and Complying with OSHA’s Electrical Safety Standard by Chuck Baker of Inservco.   May 28, 2014: OSHA and Workplace Safety Conference: The all-day session covered the following topics: Active Shooter given by the PA State Police, Preventing Combustible Dust and Flammable Vapor Explosions presented by Vahid Ebadat, Forklift Safety Compliance presented by Joe Cocciardi and Dale Glacken, and finally Fall Protection and Scaffolding Guidelines presented by Joe Cocciardi and Dale Glacken.	National and Local Emphasis Programs, Hazardous Machinery.   Combustible Dust. Fall Protection	Attendance: Harrisburg = 71, Pittsburgh = 24 and Valley Forge = 41 TOTAL: 136   65
   Dissemination	Shared the following information with the PCBI to share with their stakeholders throughout the year: Product recall information. Heat Stress. Employee exposure to the Ebola virus. Cranes and Derricks in Construction—Final Rule OSHA extends compliance date for crane operator certification requirements. Revised OSHA Recordkeeping, Reporting Requirement. Updates to OSHA's Recordkeeping Rule. Labor Rights webinar. 2015 PA Safety Days for PA One Call. Hazard alert: Worker Exposure to Silica during Countertop Manufacturing, Finishing and Installation. Provided information about the 2014 and 2015 National Safety Stand-Down to prevent falls in construction.	Heat Stress. Recordkeeping/ Reporting. Worker Rights. NEP: Trenching. NEP: Silica. Fall Prevention.	7000

   Outreach and Communication

   Goal 3: To share information among OSHA personnel and industry safety and health professionals regarding PCBI good practices or effective approaches through training programs, workshops, seminars, and lectures (or any other applicable forum) developed by OSHA and PCBI.

   Activity Type	Activity Name/Summary	OSHA Initiative Supported	Number Reached
   Other	In addition to Alliance renewal, participants discussed and decided on the topics for the next year’s round tables: temporary worker possibly presented by OSHA and WHD, changes to the Hazard Communication Standard that employers will need to be in compliance with.	Temp worker. Fall protection.	Proposed: 130
   TOTAL			7000

4. Evaluations

   Responses from the attendees were conglomerated for the three OSHA Roundtables. 32% of the attendees participated in the evaluation:

   Overall Quality:	88%
   Speaker Expertise:	95%
   Handouts:	82%
   Facility:	90%

   Participants suggested the following topics for future events:

   • Lockout/Tagout.
   • Driving and travel on company business and fleet safety.
   • Confined Space.
   • Machine Guarding (not combine it with LOTO).
   • Behavior Based Safety Training.
   • Respirator Protection including medical evaluations.
   • Fall Protection.

    

   Workplace Safety Conference. 28% of the attendees participated in the evaluation:

   Overall Quality:	88%
   Speaker Expertise:	94%
   Handouts:	81%
   Facility:	91%

   Participants suggested the following topics for future events:

   • Ergonomics; Respirator Protection.
   • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
   • Electrical/LOTO.
   • Confined Space.
   • Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) 2012.
   • Employee Wellness.
   • Employee Accountability.
   • Roof work fall protection.
   • Contractor Management Systems.
   • OSHA Challenge Program.

    

5. Upcoming Milestones

   Participants have planned similar events for 2015. The Pa Chamber will begin the half day OSHA Roundtables in Harrisburg in March, with a full day Roundtable in Harrisburg mid-year.

Report prepared by: Dale Glacken, Compliance Assistance Specialist, Harrisburg Area Office, 31 Mar 2015.

ANNUAL ALLIANCE REPORT
PITTSBURGH AREA OFFICE
THE IRONWORKER EMPLOYERS ASSOCIATION OF WESTERN PA INC.
March 30, 2016

1. Alliance Background

   Date Signed: 3-11-03
   Date Renewed: Last Renewal 4-6-15

   Alliance Overview
   The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Pittsburgh Area Office and the Ironworker Employers Association of Western Pennsylvania, Inc. (IWEA) aligned to foster and maintain an open line of communication with each other for the meaningful exchange of information on promoting OSHA compliance and Industry best practices in the Construction Industry and to understand the rights of workers and the responsibilities of employers under the Occupational safety and Health Act.

   Implementation Team Members
   Bill Ligetti – Executive Director, IWEA
   Christopher Robinson – Area Director, OSHA Pittsburgh Area Office
   Robert Carroll – CAS, OSHA Pittsburgh Area Office

2. Implementation Team Meetings

   April 6, 2015	In-person	Pittsburgh PA
   July 23, 2015	In-person	Pittsburgh PA
   December 11, 2015	In-person	Greentree PA
   January 11, 2016	In-person	Greentree PA
   March 18, 2016	In-person	Greentree PA

3. Activities and Products

   Evaluation Period
   March 30, 2015 to March 30, 2016

   Alliance Activity

   April 6, 2015 - An Alliance renewal signing was held at the Ironworkers Local #3 Union Apprenticeship School with the Ironworkers Local #3 Business Agent present supporting the Alliance efforts between OSHA and the employers association. In addition to the Signing, the CAS, AD, and Executive Director of the Ironworkers Employers Association attended three apprenticeship classes and presented information relating to OSHA and safety in the industry.

   April 24, 2015 – CAS and AD attended the “Ironworkers Outstanding Apprentice Competition and Annual Contractors/Construction Professionals Open House”. This event was held in conjunction with and at the Ironworkers Union Local #3 Apprenticeship School. The CAS and AD received cross training in Ironworker construction activity. In addition, the CAS and AD provided updated OSHA information and answered numerous questions relating to the construction standards from a variety of construction contractors/professionals throughout the day event.

   April 28, 2015 – Worker Memorial Day Services held by the Allegheny County Labor Council was attended by member employees.

   May 1, 2015 – Member company representatives attended the annual Mid-Atlantic Safety and Health Alliance (MASHA) Safety and health Conference. The CAS, AD, AAD of W&H, and Industry Representatives participated on a roundtable panel discussion as a closing event for the conference. The topic of discussion was OSHA's Temporary Worker Initiative/Policies along with discussion on misclassification of workers. AD and CAS participated in an OSHA roundtable question and answer session. In addition, the Pittsburgh OSHA Office staffed an information table providing handouts and interacted with representatives discussing safety and health issues and concerns throughout the day.

   May 14, 2015 - As part of the fall protection stand down, the CAS and AD presented fall protection talking points and updated fatality statistics to four apprenticeship classes at the Ironworkers Local #3 apprenticeship school.

   May 14, 2015 – As part of the Fall Protection Stand Down, member company employees participated in tool box training sessions at a Partnership site. The AD and CAS participated by providing fall protection talking points and updated fatality stats.

   July 23, 2015 – The CAS and AD participated in a meeting with the Executive Director, two representatives from a member company, and the President of Ironworkers Local #3. Topics discussed were the alliance agreement, OSHA standards/policies relating to structural steel erection, and jobsite safety and health expectations of both OSHA and the Union.

   November 9, 2015 - CAS e-mailed a safety alert to the Executive Director to disseminate to members on safety issues with a manufacture’s self-retracting lanyard.

   January 11, 2016 – The Executive Director and CAS participated in reviewing packets of a variety of construction jobs that had been submitted for upcoming safety awards. This effort assisted in the recognition of companies and employees that have maintained safety excellence at particular jobsites. In addition, this activity enables OSHA to obtain “Best Practice” information on steel erection construction jobsites.

   Throughout this evaluation period, the CAS has e-mailed safety alerts on product defects relating to a mobile horizontal lifeline and electric powered hand tools.

   The Ironworkers Employers’ Association of Western Pennsylvania has periodic Safety and Risk Committee meetings throughout the year. These meetings not only work on planning future events, they act as a forum to exchange safety and health technical information and best practices. In addition, IWEA provides safety educational opportunities throughout the year for members on related industry practices.

   The Ironworkers Employers’ Association of Western Pennsylvania is represented on the union joint apprenticeship and journeymen upgrade committee of the Ironworkers Local #3. The Association accomplishes this by appointing contractor members and the Executive Director to the committee. This committee is responsible for providing skilled construction workers through apprenticeship and training programs. Safety and Health information is promoted, supported and conveyed through these programs. The committee also reviews funding, liability, disciplinary and other joint management/labor functions.

   Billl Ligetti, IWEA Executive Director, and member company representatives have called throughout the year for general discussions on OSHA standards/ policy/interpretations and requests for OSHA handouts/publications.

   The IWEA’s website posted information and links to the safety alerts sent and a link to the new demolition directive. The website has a safety section, referencing the alliance. The website also posts and maintains various past safety and health information (i.e. OSHA news releases, links to new standards and letters of interpretations, safety bulletins, product recalls, etc.) for continual review. The website lists electronic links to various government, labor organizations, and contractor associations.

4. Results

   The activities and information provided were well received. Bill Ligetti, Executive Director, and member representatives found the safety and health outreach activities/communications and the information valuable in assisting them in promoting/ improving their safety and health efforts. In addition, OSHA representatives found the shared information valuable in expanding their knowledge base on the implementation of good safety practices on steel erection construction jobsites.

   Type of Activity (Conference, Training, Print and Electronic Distribution, etc.)	Number of Individuals Reached or Trained
   Ironworkers Outstanding Apprentice Competition and Annual Contractors/Construction Professionals Open House	200
   Mid-Atlantic Safety and Health Alliance Annual Safety and Health Conference	50
   Fall Protection Stand Down – Tool Box Training Sessions at a Partnership Site	20
   Fall Protection Stand Down – Ironworkers Local #3 Apprenticeship School Training (Fall Protection 7 Local Fatality Stats)	43
   IWEA Website	1,200
   TOTAL	1,513

   The working relationship between the Alliance Signatories and the feedback on the Alliance continues to be extremely positive. As a result of the positive working relationship between the Alliance signatories, an Alliance Renewal Agreement was signed on April 6, 2015.

5. Upcoming Milestones

   The Alliance continues to look at future opportunities in providing information for affected parties. The Alliance Signatories will continue to work together to address the safety and health needs of the affected parties.

Report Prepared by: Bob Carroll, CAS Pittsburgh Area Office

For more information, contact the Office of Outreach Services and Alliances at 202-693-2340 or go to www.osha.gov.