ANNUAL ALLIANCE REPORT

THE PITTSBURGH AREA OFFICE (OSHA)
And the
CONSTRUCTORS ASSOCIATION OF WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA
December 19, 2017

1. Alliance Background

   1. Date Signed

      December 19, 2005 Renewed: December 15, 2015

   2. Evaluation Period

      December 16, 2016 – December 19, 2017

   3. 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.

   4. Implementation Team Members

      OSHA

      Christopher Robinson – Area Director, Pittsburgh Area Office
      Robert Carroll – Compliance Assistance Specialist, Pittsburgh Area Office

      Alliance participant

      Jason Koss – Director of Industry Relations, CAWP
      Richard Barcaskey – Executive Director, CAWP
      George Mezey – President, CAWP

2. Implementation Team Meetings

   March 23, 2017
   May 30, 2017
   June 15, 2017
   November 8, 2017
   December 18, 2017

   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 on hazards associated with the heavy and highway construction industry 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 working with member contractors, subcontractors and the heavy and highway joint union apprenticeship committees to promote workplace safety through informational materials, discussions, meetings, organizational events, and training.
   Activity Type	Activity Name/Summary	OSHA Areas of Emphasis Supported	Number Reached
   Dissemination Training	Region III "Focus Four Hazards" Campaign - Throughout this evaluation, the CAS has e-mailed the tool box talks on the Focus Four Hazards (Falls, Electrocutions, Struck by, Caught-in/between). The campaign was to raise awareness in the recognition, evaluation, and control of these hazards. CAWP members utilized information for training at jobsites.	Construction Struck-By Hazards Electrocutions Caught-in/Between Fall Prevention	4000
   Speech/Presentation Exhibit	The Mid-Atlantic Safety and Health Alliance held its annual conference. This group provides a venue that replaces the defunct Western Pennsylvania Safety Council. CAWP promotes this event annually through their website. The CAWP Director on Industry Safety and member representatives attend the event for the educational tracks on construction and oil-gas operation safety. The Pittsburgh OSHA Area Office staffed an information booth. The AD presented an OSHA update as the closing keynote speaker. In addition, a Q&A Panel discussion was conducted with AD, AAD, and CAS.	Worker Rights Employer Rights and Responsibilities Construction Oil & Gas Fall Prevention Heat Stress Safety and Health Programs/Systems Recordkeeping Temporary Workers Hazard Communication Silica Small Business	20
   Dissemination Media	CAWP workzone media event - AD and CAS participated/supported a media event promoting workzone safety. The CAWP Director of Industry Relations, PennDot District manager, and State Police Spokeswoman, presented information to television and newspaper reporters at a major highway construction project.	Construction Workzone Safety	84,708 (Estimated TV household market- Nielsen Media Research)
   Meetings Dissemination Speech/Presentation Training	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. CAS meets with the Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructors of the CAWP applicable construction trades unions. CAS presented/discussed OSHA update information. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and OSHA inspection activities and initiatives were discussed.	Worker Rights Employer Rights and Responsibilities Construction Silica Workzone Safety Fall Prevention Heat Stress Young Workers (Union Apprentices)	12,500 (Total Member Employees)
   Training	CAWP contracted a third party expert/consultant to conduct one Silica Workshop and four separate "Silica Competent Person" training classes	Construction Silica	261
   Exhibit Speech/Presentation	PA One Call Western PA Safety Day - Pittsburgh Area Office representatives staffed an information table and provided presentations on and trenching/excavation. The staff 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 relating to but not limited to OSHA policies/procedures, work zone safety, fall protection, and excavation safety. In addition, CAWP staffed an information table.	Construction Fall Protection Worker Rights Employer Rights and Responsibilities Heat Stress	150
   Meetings Dissemination Speech/Presentation	The Constructors Association of Western Pennsylvania has quarterly Safety and Risk Committee meetings. These meetings not only work on planning future training/educational events, they act as a forum to exchange safety and health technical information and best practices. OSHA update information is presented/discussed during these meetings	Construction Workzone Safety Safety and Health Programs/Systems Fall Prevention Heat Stress Hazard Communication Silica Oil and Gas Small Business Recordkeeping	25
   Training Dissemination Speech/Presentation	CAWP and MBA co-sponsored a fall protection day training event at the MSA Training facility which also covered information on the new walking/working surface standard. CAS and CSHO participated in training day. CAS provided handouts/presented and answered a variety of questions relating to OSHA standards and interpretations.	Fall Protection	30
   Training	OSHA Area Office Staff Meeting - CAS and CAWP Director of Industry Relations coordinated training for the OSHA compliance staff with industry experts from MSA. The training was held at the MSA training facility. Fall Protection training and IH gas meter training was conducted. Training also covered the new walking/working surface standard.	Fall Protection IH Gas Meter	15
   Training	CAWP sponsored and promoted a variety training classes/workshops/webinars throughout the past year covering the following topics: OSHA 10 Hour; First Aid/CPR/AED/Blood Borne Pathogens; Confined Space Entry - Competent Person; Rigging; Flagger Train-The Trainer; Defensive Driving; Workzone Safety; DOT Compliance; Active Shooter Training; Wellness & Drug Testing; NSC on-line Defensive Driving.	Construction Silica Workzone Safety Oil & Gas Worker Rights	305
   Dissemination Training	CAWP website is utilized to provide safety information and promote the various safety activities the organization conducts. The website has a variety of sections to include but not limited to OSHA Alliance agreement, listing of local fatality statistics, frequently cited standards, Safety Bulletins, Crane Safety (link to OSHA standard, preamble, frequently asked questions), Safety Library of DVDs and Videos, a link to the on-line safety training provided by the AGC of America, Several Apps (i.e. Traffic Controller, Bridge Harness Hero, Future Road Builders), and a Government Affairs Section (updates government actions and encourages member to get involved).	Construction Workzone Safety Safety and Health Programs/Systems Fall Prevention Heat Stress Hazard Communication Silica Oil and Gas Small Business Recordkeeping	15,000 (Total employees represented by members and associate members)
   Training Dissemination	CAWP members conducted fall protection safety stand downs at 57 sites. In addition, CAWP sponsored a contest utilizing the "Harness Hero Bridge Edition App" for workers to be more aware of proper use of fall protection.	Fall Prevention	873 3127 (App Downloads)
   Training and Education: To review or provide input on effective training and education programs for member contractors and others regarding hazards associated with the heavy and highway construction industry and to communicate such information to member employers and workers. To review or provide input on effective training and education programs for heavy and highway construction employers and employees to promote an understanding of workers' rights, including the use of the OSHA complaint process, the responsibilities of employers, and to communicate such information to workers and employers.
   Activity Type	Activity Name/Summary	OSHA Areas of Emphasis Supported	Number Reached
   Meetings Dissemination Speech/Presentation	The Constructors Association of Western Pennsylvania has quarterly Safety and Risk Committee meetings. These meetings not only work on planning future training/educational events, they act as a forum to exchange safety and health technical information and best practices. OSHA update information is presented/discussed during these meetings	Construction Workzone Safety Safety and Health Programs/Systems Fall Prevention Heat Stress Hazard Communication Silica Oil and Gas Small Business Recordkeeping	25
   Training Dissemination	CAWP members conducted fall protection safety stand downs at 57 sites. In addition, CAWP sponsored a contest utilizing the "Harness Hero Bridge Edition App" for workers to be more aware of proper use of fall protection.	Fall Prevention	873 3127 (App Downloads)
   Training	CAWP contracted a third party expert/consultant to conduct one Silica Workshop and four separate "Silica Competent Person" training classes	Construction Silica	261
   Training	CAWP sponsored and promoted a variety training classes/workshops/webinars throughout the past year covering the following topics: OSHA 10 Hour; First Aid/CPR/AED/Blood Borne Pathogens; Confined Space Entry - Competent Person; Rigging; Flagger Train-The Trainer; Defensive Driving; Workzone Safety; DOT Compliance; Active Shooter Training; Wellness & Drug Testing; NSC on-line Defensive Driving.	Construction Silica Workzone Safety Worker Rights	305
   Dissemination Training	Region III "Focus Four Hazards" Campaign - Throughout this evaluation, the CAS has e-mailed the tool box talks on the Focus Four Hazards (Falls, Electrocutions, Struck by, Caught-in/between). The campaign was to raise awareness in the recognition, evaluation, and control of these hazards. CAWP members utilized information for training at jobsites.	Construction Struck-By Hazards Electrocutions Caught-in/Between Fall Prevention	4000
   Exhibit Speech/Presentation	PA One Call Western PA Safety Day - Pittsburgh Area Office representatives staffed an information table and provided presentations on and trenching/excavation. The staff 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 relating to but not limited to OSHA policies/procedures, work zone safety, fall protection, and excavation safety. In addition, CAWP staffed an information table.	Construction Fall Protection Worker Rights Employer Rights and Responsibilities Heat Stress	150
   Training Dissemination Speech/Presentation	CAWP and MBA co-sponsored a fall protection day training event at the MSA Training facility which also covered information on the new walking/working surface standard. CAS and CSHO participated in this training day. CAS provided handouts/presented and answered a variety of questions relating to OSHA standards and interpretations.	Fall Protection	30
   Training	OSHA Area Office Staff Meeting - CAS and CAWP Director of Industry Relations coordinated training for the OSHA compliance staff with industry experts from MSA. The training was held at the MSA training facility. Fall Protection training and IH gas meter training was conducted. Training also covered the new walking/working surface standard.	Fall Protection IH Gas Meter	15
   Meetings Dissemination Speech/Presentation Training	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. CAS meets with the Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructors of the CAWP applicable construction trades unions. CAS presented/discussed OSHA update information. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and OSHA inspection activities and initiatives were discussed.	Worker Rights Employer Rights and Responsibilities Construction Silica Workzone Safety Fall Prevention Heat Stress Young Workers (Union Apprentices)	12,500 (total member employees)
   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's and the CAWP Web sites) to employers and workers in the industry. To speak, exhibit, or appear at OSHA's or CAWP conferences, local meetings, or other applicable events. To share information among OSHA personnel and industry safety and health professionals regarding CAWP good 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
   Meetings Speech/Presentations Exhibit Training Dissemination	All activities in previous sections apply (See Previous sections for reference)	Construction Safety and Health Programs/Systems Fall Prevention Heat Stress Worker Rights Employer Rights and Responsibilities Small Business Oil & Gas Recordkeeping Temporary Workers Hazard Communication Silica Workzone Safety Youth Workers (Union Apprentices)
   Dissemination	Throughout this evaluation period, the CAS has e-mailed five safety alerts on product defects relating to Genie Lifts (relieve valve pressure, load cell replacement, control system malfunction, extension deck latch failure), a Milwaukee tool battery pack, and a Kidde Fire Extinguisher discharge failure. The Director of Industry relations distributes the alerts to the Safety Committee via e-mail.	Fall Prevention Construction Fire Safety Electrical	12,500 (total member employees)
   Dissemination Training Media	CAWP developed a website (Roadbuilderblitz.com) to raise awareness for youths interested in heavy/highway construction careers. The site contains 10 construction mini-games Apps that incorporate applicable construction and safety information.	Construction Workzone Safety Youth	5141 (App downloads of the mini-games)
   Dissemination Media	CAWP in conjunction with AGC of America Purchased radio announcements regarding safety in workzones.	Construction Workzone Safety	100,000 (Estimated radio listeners - Nielsen Audio Ratings)
   Dissemination Media	CAWP workzone media event - AD and CAS participated/supported a media event promoting workzone safety. The CAWP Director of Industry Relations, PennDot District manager, and State Police Spokeswoman, presented information to television and newspaper reporters at a major highway construction project.	Construction Workzone Safety	84,708 (Estimated TV household market- Nielsen Media Research)
   TOTAL			33,179 184,708 (Estimated Radio and TV listeners and households - Nielsen Media Research) 8,268 (Apps downloaded)

4. Evaluations

   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.

   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

   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

ANNUAL ALLIANCE REPORT
Philadelphia Regional Office ~ Consulate of Mexico in Philadelphia, PA
June 9, 2014

1. Alliance Background

   Date Signed:

   April 15, 2011

   Date Signed:

   September 9, 2013

   Alliance Overview: As of September 9, 2013 with the standardization of the Consulate of Mexico International template, the overview now is that the Participants have established 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: April 14, 2013 - June 9, 2014

   Implementation Team Members:

   • Juan Gabriel Espejo Ceballos, Head of Protection Services & Legal Affairs
   • Adriana Clarisa Casa Medina, Protection Services & Legal Affairs
   • Yarazetd Mendoza-Camargo, Institute for Mexicans Abroad
   • Isabel DeOliveira, OSHA Regional Compliance Assistance Specialist (CAS)
   • James Touey, Labor Liaison (LL), OSHA Philadelphia Regional Office

   Contributors:

   • Carlos Giralt-Cabrales, Consul of Mexico Philadelphia
   • Natalia Jiménez Alegría- Deputy Consul of Mexico in Philadelphia
   • MaryAnn Garrahan, OSHA Regional Administrator
   • Dale Glacken, Compliance Assistance Specialist, OSHA Harrisburg Area Office
   • Dalia Nichols, Compliance Officer, OSHA Wilmington Area Office
   • Domenick Salvatore, Area Director, Philadelphia, PA OSHA (PHAO) - retired
   • Magnolia Torres, Compliance Officer, OSHA Philadelphia, PA Area Office
   • Ivette Vigano, DOL of Labor Wage and Hour Assistant Director Philadelphia PA
   • Hillary Blecker, Instructor Philaposh
   •  

2. Implementation Team Meetings

   First Implementation Team Meeting May 1, 2013: Mexican Consulate/Bourse Building: Attended by Consul of Mexico and staff, OSHA Regional CAS and LL: Formal discussions with Consul and staff about expansion of Alliance Agreement to be a regional alliance.

   Second Implementation Team Meeting July 10, 2013: Implementation Team discussed participation in the upcoming Consulate's Bi-National Health Week and Labor Rights weeks 2013. Also the International template has been released and the renewal can be signed during Labor Rights week.

   Third Implementation Team Meeting January 19, 2014 Mexican Consulate/Bourse Building: Implementation team discussed goals for upcoming year including adding monthly talk in the Consulate waiting area. Also, possible reprint or develop products like small leaflet publications to hand out to Mexican nationals when they are picking up their passports and other official documents.

   Third Implementation Team Meeting January 19, 2014 Mexican Consulate/Bourse Building: Implementation team discussed goals for upcoming year including adding monthly talk in the Consulate waiting area. Also, possible reprint or develop products like small leaflet publications to hand out to Mexican nationals when they are picking up their passports and other official documents.

3. Activities and Products

   Alliance Activity

   • Training and Education

     Participants decided that there were not enough new Consulate staff members to conduct the joint - Department of Labor OSHA (DOL) OSHA and Wage & Hour Division (WHD) "Get To Know the DOL- Worker’s Rights Training Session" with the Consulate of Mexico in Philadelphia staff. The parties decided that it would be more prudent to schedule a class in 2015. The training curricula will be focused on employee rights, filing complaints as well as defining the limitations of the two DOL agencies.

   • 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.

     ^*Fiscal Year (FY) 2013 and the beginning of FY 2014 were marred by sequestration and furlough, which restricted compliance assistance activities, especially weekend outreach activities. Therefore, OSHA was unable to participate at the following mobile consulates:

     • Scranton/Wilkes Barre, PA May 11, 2013 -
     • Philadelphia, PA, June 1, 2013 -
     • Milford, DE June 15, 2013 -
     • Pittsburgh, June 29, 2013 -
     • Lakewood, NJ July 13, 2013 -
     • Gettysburg, PA July 27, 2013 -
     • Ocean City, NJ, August 24, 2013 -
     • Dover, DE, September 28 -
     • Kennett Square, PA, October 19 - OSHA unable to participate
     •  
     • In Calendar year 2014:
     • Lebanon, PA March 8, 2014 - OSHA reached 150 workers
     • Dagsboro, DE March 22, 2014 - OSHA reached 300 workers
     • Harrisburg, PA May 17, 2014 - OSHA reached 300 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.

     • January 21, 2014 - 95 workers reached
     • February 18, 2014 - 110 workers reached
     • March 18, 2014 - 80 workers reached
     • April 15, 2014 - 85 workers reached
     • May 20, 2014 - 95 workers reached
     •  
   • Promoting the National Dialogue on Safety and Health

     July 23, 2013- The Mexican Consulate of Philadelphia invited a bi-lingual PHAO representative to participate in a live interview on their community based weekly radio program (Radio Uni-K 1680 AM a.k.a. Radio México "De Paisano a Paisano"). The interview was used to promote workplace safety and health and OSHA’s National Campaigns on Heat Illness Prevention (Water Rest Shade) and Fall Prevention. The interview also had call-in questions on worker rights, employer responsibilities and OSHA outreach efforts, over 100 workers reached.

     August 26, 2013 and September 3 ,2013: Mexican Consulate National Labor Rights Week Events- OSHA Compliance Officer attended the Labor Rights Week "Kick Off" event at the Consulate. Shared information on the ongoing OSHA Consulate Alliance. OSHA provided a resource table with emphasis on Employee Rights in the Workplace. - over 250 employees reached.

     September 9, 2013: Regional Administrator MaryAnn Garrahan and Consul of Mexico Philadelphia Carlos Giralt-Cabrales formally renewed the alliance at the end of Labor Rights week.

     September 29, 2013: OSHA participated in the 13th Annual Bi-National Health Week event sponsored by the Mexican Consulate in Philadelphia. During the event, OSHA spoke to more than 80 workers about OSHA's commitment to lowering the fatality rate for the Hispanic community and ensuring the health and safety of all workers.

     Participants promoted OSHA’s National Office Heat Illness and Fall Prevention Campaigns as well as focusing on worker’s rights. The Consulate continues to display the Heat Illness and Fall Prevention in their lobby/waiting areas and the Consulate’s web-site has links to the OSHA campaign website.

     On January 28, 2014 and on April 22, 2014: OSHA’s Wilmington Area Office Spanish speaking Radio Interview - Maxima 900 studio. Compliance Officer discussed OSHA; employee workplace rights; employer responsibilities; complaint process/11-C; the National Fall Stand-Down in June 2014, and temporary workers safety from both the staffing and host employer responsibility. Other resources available to employers/employees are bilingual materials at local AO & OSHA website; How to contact OSHA 800 number & local AO number. The program reaches nearly an 8,000 listening audience (Mexican and other Latinos) that included phone calls, texts, and Facebook messages from local listeners. The program was very active and follow-up visits were requested by Maxima 900 staff and audience/callers.

     On May 21, 2014 - Consulate posting an outreach picture on their twitter account, which USDOL retweeted. @ConsulmexFila. CG pic.twitter.com/75pKTaCPe1

   Alliance Products

   There were no Alliance specific products developed during this evaluation time frame.

4. Results April 14, 2013 - June 9, 2014

   The Alliance had a very effective third year. The Participants worked closely together to reach the Mexican Community though a variety of different venues.

   Type of Activity (Conference, Training, Print and Electronic Distribution, etc.)	Number of Individuals Reached or Trained
   Mobile Consulates (3)	750 * Fiscal Year (FY) 2013 and very beginning of FY 2014 were marred by sequestration and furlough, which restricted compliance assistance weekend outreach activities.
   Labor Rights Week Events (2)	250
   Consulate Outreach - platicas (5)	465
   Media (radio, television)	8,000
   Tweet - Consul Mexico has 49 followers	49
   TOTAL:	9,514

5. Upcoming Milestones

   The Participants expanded the Area Office Alliance into a Regional agreement on September 2013.

   The goal is to expand the effects of the cooperative programs on a larger geographical area. The Consulate will continue to provide OSHA with assistance in making contacts within the Hispanic business community in an effort to heighten the understanding of the role of OSHA. OSHA will also continue to provide representatives for the Consulate’s "Mobile Consulates" as this has been determined to be a successful means to engage the Mexican community concerning labor issues.

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

The Ironworker Employers Association of Western Pennsylvania, Inc.
ALLIANCE ANNUAL REPORT
March 14, 2008

I. Alliance Background

Date Signed

Original: 3-11-03     Renewal: 3-4-05     Renewal: 3-30-07

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.

Implementation Team Members

Bill Ligetti – Executive Director, IWEA
Bob SzymanskI - OSHA Pgh. AO AD
Frank Librich – OSHA Pgh AO Safety Team Leader
Bob Carroll – OSHA Pgh AO CAS

Evaluation Period

March 30, 2007 to March 14, 2008

II. Implementation Team Meetings

III. Events and Products

Outreach and Communication

August 14, 2007 – The Pittsburgh Area Office e-mailed a safety alert on a defect a JLG lift had with bolts shearing off to the IWEA Executive Director. The Director distributed this alert to the membership by posting it on their website.

September 28, 2007 – Pre-construction meeting with a safety representative from a contractor conducting steel erection work was held to review construction standards and interpretations addressing steel erection and fall protection issues.

January 16, 2008 – Met with IWEA Executive Director and provided him with updated handouts on top twenty-five frequently cited standards in both construction and general industry to distribute to his membership. In addition, the CAS participated in reviewing and judging submitted packets on jobs that had no lost time accidents for upcoming safety recognition awards.

February 07, 2008 – At the request of the IWEA Executive Director and in conjunction with another existing Area Office Alliance, the CAS met with the Ironworkers apprenticeship coordinator to review training information for an upcoming construction safety course. In addition, the CAS provide updated information and handouts on frequently cited standards, fatality stats, scaffolding publications, and “All about OSHA” publications. A variety of questions were answered on OSHA policy/procedures.

Billl Ligetti, IWEA Executive Director, and member company representatives have called throughout the year for discussion on standards and policy information relating to their perspective work sites.

IV. Results

The information provided was well received. In addition, Bill Ligetti, Executive Director, and his members who have called throughout the year indicated the information received from the Pittsburgh Area Office was very helpful in interpreting OSHA’s policies and standards as they related to their current construction activities.

V. Upcoming Milestones

The working relationship between the Alliance Signatories has been very positive.

Presently, the current representatives of the signatory parties plan on maintaining and continuing the Alliance. As a requested formality the signatory parties signed a renewal document on 3-30-2007.

The Alliance is looking into future opportunities in providing information to affected parties through roundtable discussions, association website, and training sessions. The Alliance signatories will continue to work together to address the safety and health needs of the affected parties.

ANNUAL ALLIANCE REPORT
THE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
ERIE AREA OFFICE, REGION III
and
ERIE INSTITUTE of TECHNOLOGY
July 3, 2018

1. Alliance Background

   1. Date Signed: June 13, 2013

   2. Dates Renewed: June 13, 2017

   3. Evaluation Period: June 13, 2017 - June 13, 2018

   4. Alliance Overview and Goals

      The Participants have established a collaborative relationship to provide Erie Institute of Technology (EIT) with outreach training programs for students and faculty. The Alliance participants will provide training, information, guidance and access to OSHA resources and help reduce workplace injuries and illnesses in Northwest Pennsylvania.

2. Implementation Team Meetings

   • August 30, 2017
   • February 5, 2018
   • April 20, 2018
   • May 3, 2018

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

3. Results of Alliance Activities in Support of Agreement Goals

   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	Additional Information (Optional)
   OSHA Tools and Resources	8/17/17	Open-House	Construction, Fall Prevention, Health Care, Hispanic/Latino Workers, Oil and Gas, Recordkeeping/Reporting, Small Business, Temporary Workers, Trenching, Walking-Working Surfaces, Young Workers	200
   OSHA Tools and Resources	5/1/18	On-Line Authorized OSHA Trainers	Agriculture, Construction, Fall Prevention, Health Care, Heat Illness Prevention, Hispanic/Latino Workers, Oil and Gas, Recordkeeping/Reporting, Safety & Health Programs, Safe & Sound Week, Silica, Small Business, Temporary Workers, Trenching, Walking-Working Surfaces, Young Workers	250	EIT plans to provide OSHA 10 hour training to all students.
   Outreach Campaigns	5/7/18	Fall Stand-Down	Construction, Fall Stand-Down, Young Workers	250

   Outreach Events and Training of non-OSHA Staff: Alliance Program participant or OSHA participation in events which include speech/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(s) and Affiliation(s)	Title Of Presentation	City	State	Emphasis Area(s)*	Number Reached
   Presentation	8/30/17	Summer term	Mark Harmon	Intro to OSHA	Erie	PA	Agriculture, Construction, Fall Prevention, Health Care, Heat Illness Prevention, Hispanic/Latino Workers, Oil and Gas, Recordkeeping/Reporting, Safety & Health Programs, Safe &p; Sound Week, Silica, Small Business, Temporary Workers, Trenching, Walking-Working Surfaces, Young Workers	29
   Presentation	11/13/17	Fall term	Mark Harmon	Intro to OSHA	Erie	PA	Agriculture, Construction, Fall Prevention, Health Care, Heat Illness Prevention, Hispanic/Latino Workers, Oil and Gas, Recordkeeping/Reporting, Safety & Health Programs, Safe & Sound Week, Silica, Small Business, Temporary Workers, Trenching, Walking-Working Surfaces, Young Workers	50
   Presentation	2/5/18	Winter term	Mark Harmon	Intro to OSHA	Erie	PA	Agriculture, Construction, Fall Prevention, Health Care, Heat Illness Prevention, Hispanic/Latino Workers, Oil and Gas, Recordkeeping/Reporting, Safety & Health Programs, Safe & Sound Week, Silica, Small Business, Temporary Workers, Trenching, Walking-Working Surfaces, Young Workers	30
   Presentation	4/30/18	Spring term	Mark Harmon	Intro to OSHA	Erie	PA	Agriculture, Construction, Fall Prevention, Health Care, Heat Illness Prevention, Hispanic/Latino Workers, Oil and Gas, Recordkeeping/Reporting, Safety & Health Programs, Safe & Sound Week, Silica, Small Business, Temporary Workers, Trenching, Walking-Working Surfaces, Young Workers	25

Report Prepared by: Mark Harmon, Compliance Assistance Specialist, Erie Area Office, July 3, 2018

RENEWAL AGREEMENT ESTABLISHING AN ALLIANCE
BETWEEN
THE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
HARRISBURG, PA AREA OFFICE
AND
THE PENNSYLVANIA CHAMBER OF BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry (PCBI) hereby renew the Alliance agreement signed on March 29, 2004. This renewal agreement fully incorporates all of the goals of the original agreement, which are continuing in nature.

OSHA and PCBI continue to recognize the value of collaborative efforts to achieve workplace safety. OSHA and PCBI remain committed to cooperative and proactive efforts to advance workplace safety and health. In renewing this Alliance, OSHA and PCBI recognize that OSHA's State Plan and On-site Consultation Project partners are an integral part of the OSHA national effort.

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 proved 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 products or services.

In addition, the implementation team will continue to meet on a regular schedule to track and share information on activities and results in achieving the goals of the Alliance. OSHA will afford the opportunity for representatives of the state On-site Consultation Projects to participate as well.

This agreement will remain in effect for two years from the date of signing and will automatically be renewed annually thereafter. This agreement may be modified at any time with the concurrence of both signatories and may be terminated for any reason with 30 days written notice from either signatory.
 

AGREEMENT RENEWING AN ALLIANCE
BETWEEN
PITTSBURGH AREA OFFICE
THE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
AND
THE PITTSBURGH REGIONAL BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION TRADES
COUNCIL
(AFL-CIO)

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Pittsburgh Area Office and the Pittsburgh Regional Building and Construction Trades Council continue to recognize the value of maintaining a collaborative relationship to foster safer and more healthful American workplaces. To that end, OSHA and The Pittsburgh Regional Building and Construction Trades Council (hereinafter referred to collectively as “the Participants”) hereby renew the Alliance signed May 17, 2004 and last renewed May 21, 2014 with a continued emphasis on reducing and preventing exposure to hazards associated with the construction industry. Specifically, the Participants are committed to providing union members, including apprentice workers, 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 Participants will continue to address hazards associated with the construction industry.

This renewal agreement provides a framework and objectives for the Alliance's activities. Alliance participants will summarize specific activities and timeframes for completion in a written work plan.

Through the Alliance, the Participants will use relevant injury, illness, and hazard exposure data when appropriate to help identify areas of emphasis for Alliance awareness, outreach, and communication activities. The Alliance will also explore and implement selected options to evaluate the effectiveness of the Alliance and measure the impact of its overall effort on improving workplace safety for employers and workers. In renewing this Alliance, the Participants recognize that OSHA's State Plan and On-site Consultation Project partners are an integral part of the OSHA national effort, and that information about the products and activities of the Alliance may be shared with these partners for the advancement of common goals.

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, as resources permit:

• 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 on hazards associated with the construction industry 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 working with building trades unions and their apprenticeship schools to promote workplace safety through informational materials, discussions, meetings, organizational events, and training.

Training and Education

The Participants intend to work together to achieve the following training and education goals, as resources permit:

• To review or provide input on effective training and education programs for union workers, both journeymen and apprentices, and others regarding hazards associated with the construction industry and to communicate such information to constituent union workers and employers.
• To review or provide input on effective training and education programs for building trades unions to promote an understanding of workers’ rights, including the use of the OSHA complaint process, the responsibilities of employers, and to communicate such information to union workers and employers.

Outreach and Communication

The Participants intend to work together to achieve the following outreach and communication goals, as resources permit:

• To speak, exhibit, or appear at OSHA’s or the Pittsburgh Regional Building and Construction Trades Council conferences, local meetings, apprenticeship schools or other applicable events.
• To share information among OSHA personnel and industry safety and health professionals regarding the Pittsburgh Regional Building and Construction Trades Council good practices or effective approaches through training programs, workshops, seminars, and lectures (or any other applicable forum) developed by the Participants.

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 Participant will meet to develop a work plan, determine working procedures, and identify the roles and responsibilities of the Participants. In addition, they will meet at least two 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 OSHA Pittsburgh Area Office and any other appropriate offices. OSHA will encourage State Plan States’ and OSHA On-site Consultation Project’s participation on the team.

This agreement will remain in effect for five years. Either 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 both Participants.

Signed this 25th day of May, 2016.

AGREEMENT ESTABLISHING AN ALLIANCE
BETWEEN
THE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
PITTSBURGH AREA OFFICE
AND
THE CONSTRUCTORS ASSOCIATION OF WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA

The OSHA Pittsburgh Area Office (OSHA) and the Constructors Association of Western Pennsylvania (CAWP) recognize the value of establishing a collaborative relationship to foster safer and more healthful American workplaces. OSHA and CAWP hereby form an Alliance to provide Association 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 hazards associated with the heavy and highway construction industry. In developing this Alliance, OSHA and CAWP recognize that OSHA's State Plan and Consultation Project partners are an integral part of the OSHA national effort.

OSHA and CAWP will work together to achieve the following training and education goals:

• Review existing CAWP safety and health training and education programs and advise on how to effectively provide and update training on OSHA policy and procedures.
• Develop and provide training to CAWP membership and H2AP Union contractors with an emphasis on construction and construction work zone safety.
• Encourage CAWP members to send individuals to the OSHA Train-the-Trainer Course for the Construction Industry.

OSHA and CAWP will work together to achieve the following outreach and communication goals:

• Share information on best practices in construction work zone safety among OSHA personnel and CAWP professionals and publicize results through outreach by OSHA and the CAWP.
• Disseminate information through existing communication tools, including websites and newsletters. An internet link to Indiana University of Pennsylvania's (IUP) OSHA Consultation will be added to the CAWP website.
• Speak, exhibit, or appear at conferences, CAWP Safety Committee meetings, scheduled training, or other events to promote or raise awareness of reducing or preventing exposure to hazards associated with the heavy and highway construction industry.

OSHA 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 proved 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 the party's products or services; nor does the Agency enter into an Alliance with the purpose of promoting a particular 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 quarterly 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. 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 concurrence of all signatories.

ANNUAL ALLIANCE REPORT
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
ERIE AREA OFFICE, REGION III
ERIE INSTITUTE of TECHNOLOGY
July 30, 2015

1. Alliance Background

   Date Signed: June 13, 2013

   Renewal Date: June 26, 2015

   Alliance Overview:

   The Participants have established a collaborative relationship to provide Erie Institute of Technology (EIT) with outreach training programs for students and faculty. The Alliance participants will provide training, information, guidance and access to OSHA resources and help reduce workplace injuries and illnesses in Northwest Pennsylvania.

   Implementation Team Members:

   • Paul Fitzgerald, EIT Director
   • Kate Hushon, Director of Education
   • Mark Harmon, USDOL/OSHA Erie Area Office

2. Implementation Team Meetings/Activities

   • August 4, 2014 - Discussed the content of OSHA material relating to student course work with Kim Clark, Student Services Coordinator.
   • October 27, 2014 – Posted OSHA material on the school bulletin board highlighting several OSHA emphasis programs pointed toward young workers rights.
   • November 7, 2014 – Planned future OSHA training session with Welding Instructor, Doug Jordan.
   • December 5, 2014, – Planned future OSHA training session with Electrical Instructor, Will Stippich.

3. Activities and Products

   Evaluation Period.

   June 13, 2014 through June 13, 2015

   Alliance Activity.

   • Training and Education

     Provide "Intro to OSHA" to students entering the workforce regarding hazards associated with their trade(s). This training includes resources that will help attendees gain a better understanding the rights of workers and the responsibilities of employers. This knowledge will protect the health and safety of workers, particularly in reducing and preventing exposure to occupational safety and health hazards.

   • Outreach and Communication

     Over the last year two separate all day training events for the Erie OSHA compliance staff were completed at EIT. The first was completed on December 22, 2014, by Instructor Will Stippich, Electrical Department. Mr. Stippich provided a basic electrical overview of OSHA regulations and industry consensus standards to educate the field inspectors. The second was completed on December 23, 2014, by Instructor Doug Jordan, Welding Department. Mr. Jordan provided a broad demonstration of various equipment used in the welding trades.

   • Promoting the National Dialogue on Safety and Health

     As they had accomplished in 2014, EIT again hosted two public events (one in the AM, and one in the PM) for the 2015 OSHA National Safety Stand Down to Prevent Falls in Construction campaign. EIT Instructor Will Stippich provided students with information about the dangers of falls in the workplace with a demonstration of fall protection equipment and ladder safety. Brendan Claybaugh, AAD Erie AO, presented information about the success and purpose of the Stand Down at each of these events.

   Alliance Products.

   No Alliance specific products developed during this evaluation time frame.

4. Results

   A. The table below lists each of the outreach activities and the number of individuals reached during the reporting period. NOTE: the table below does not include the various meetings held over the last year and the numerous participants that benefitted from the varied safety and health discussions at each of these meetings.

   Type of Activity (Conference, Training, Print and Electronic Distribution, etc.)	Number of Individuals Reached or Trained
   "Intro to OSHA" Training (Summer term) August 4, 2014	30
   "Intro to OSHA" Training (Fall term) October 27, 2014	80
   "Intro to OSHA" Training (Winter term) February 2, 2015	60
   "Intro to OSHA" Training (Spring term) April 14, 2015	43
   OSHA National Safety Stand Down to Prevent Falls in Construction campaign public events May 14, 2015	93
   TOTAL	306

5. Upcoming Milestones

   Participants are pleased with the second year's accomplishments of the Alliance. They agree to renew the Alliance and work together to improve the overall safety & health knowledge of young workers. The implementation team will encourage OSHA On-site Consultation Projects' participation on the team.

Report Prepared by: Mark Harmon, Compliance Assistance Specialist, Erie Area 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
ERIE AREA OFFICE
THE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINSTRATION
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
AND
THE PENNSYLVANIA OSHA CONSULTATION PROGRAM
AND
CLARION UNIVERSITY SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER

The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Erie Area Office, Pennsylvania OSHA Consultation Program and Clarion University Small Business Development Center (Clarion University SBDC) recognize the value of establishing a collaborative relationship to foster safer and more healthful American workplaces. To that end, OSHA, Pennsylvania OSHA Consultation Program, and Clarion University SBDC (herein after referred to collectively as "the Participants") hereby form an Alliance to provide small businesses with information, guidance, and access to training resources that will help them protect the health and safety of workers, particularly in reducing and preventing exposure to occupational safety and health hazards, and understanding the rights of workers and the responsibilities of employers under the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act).

This agreement provides a framework and objectives for the Alliance's activities. Alliance participants will summarize specific activities and timeframes for completion in a written work plan.

Through the Alliance, the organizations will use relevant injury, illness and hazard exposure data when appropriate to help identify areas of emphasis for Alliance awareness, outreach, and communication activities. The Alliance will also explore and implement selected options to evaluate the effectiveness of the Alliance and measure the impact of its overall effort to improving workplace safety for employers and workers. In developing this Alliance, OSHA and Clarion University SBDC recognize that OSHA's State Plan and Consultation Project partners are an integral part of the OSHA national effort, and that information about the products and activities of the Alliance may be shared with these partners for the advancement of common goals.

Raising Awareness of OSHA's Rulemaking and Enforcement Initiatives

The Participants intend to work together to achieve the following objectives related to raising awareness of OSHA's rulemaking and enforcement initiatives, as resources permit:

• 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.

Training and Education

The Participants intend to work together to achieve the following training and education objectives, as resources permit:

• To assist in the development of effective training and educational programs for small businesses and others regarding workplace hazards within the construction and general industry sectors and to communicate such information to constituent employers and workers.
• To assist in the development of effective training to promote understanding of the responsibilities of employers.

Outreach and Communication

The Participants intend to work together to achieve the following outreach and communication objectives, as resources permit:

• To share information on workplace hazards and communicate information (e.g. print and electronic media, electronic assistance tools and participant web sites) to employers and small businesses.
• To speak, exhibit, or appear at participant workforce education events.
• Promote and communicate the free service provided by the Pennsylvania OSHA Consultation Service to employers and small businesses.

OSHA's Alliances provide parties an opportunity to participate in a voluntary cooperative relationship with OSHA for purposes such as such as raising awareness of OSHA's rulemaking and enforcement initiatives, training and education, outreach and communication, and promoting a national dialogue on workplace safety and health. 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 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 products or services.

An implementation team made up of representatives of each organization will meet to develop a work plan, determine working procedures, and identify roles and responsibilities of the participants. In addition, they will meet at least two 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 Erie Area Office and any other appropriate offices.

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 concurrence of all signatories.

Signed this 13^th day of February, 2018.

ANNUAL ALLIANCE REPORT
PITTSBURGH AREA OFFICE
THE IRONWORKER EMPLOYERS ASSOCIATION OF WESTERN PA INC.
March 14, 2011

I. Alliance Background

Date Signed:

3-11-03

Date Renewed:

Last Renewal 3-16-09

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.

Implementation Team Members

Bill Ligetti – Executive Director, IWEA
Robert Szymanski – Area Director, OSHA Pittsburgh Area Office
Robert Carroll – CAS, OSHA Pittsburgh Area Office
Frank Librich – Assistant Area Director, OSHA Pittsburgh Area Office

II. Implementation Team Meetings
 

III. Activities and Products

Evaluation Period.

March 12, 2010 to March 14, 2011

Alliance Activity.

March 15, 2010 – CAS provided Executive Director information in a document on the top twenty-five frequently cited standards in construction and general industry for the past two years in Region III to be posted on the website. This information was posted in the on the website in April. In addition, handouts providing information fatality statistics were provided for distribution.

April 16, 2010 – CAS and new CSHO trainee 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 trainee received cross training in Ironworker construction activity. In addition, the CAS 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 23, 2010 – A technical information meeting on mobile crane safety was conducted with representatives (included safety & foremen personnel) of a member company relating to a current construction job that was conducting steel erection activities.

August 20, 2010 – CAS met with Executive Director and provided updated information on the new changes to the OSHA 10 and 30 hour courses.

November 5, 2010 – A pre-construction meeting was held with representatives (included safety and management) from a member company to review information on the new crane standard.

November 10, 2010 – A pre-construction meeting was held jointly with a safety representative from a member company and the Apprenticeship Coordinator from Ironworkers Union Local #3 to discuss information on the new crane standard.

November 19, 2010 - A pre-construction meeting was held with a safety representative from a member company focusing on the proximity to electrical lines in the new crane standard.

January 14, 2011 – 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.

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.

Alliance Products.

The IWEA’s website has a section “IWEA + OSHA” where various safety and health information is posted (i.e. OSHA Region III frequently cited standards, OSHA news releases, safety bulletins, product recalls, etc.). The website lists electronic links to various government and labor organizations.

IV. Results

The activities and information provided were well received. The Bill Ligetti, Executive Director, and member representatives of the safety and health outreach activities/communications found the information valuable in assisting them in promoting and 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.
 

The working relationship between the Alliance Signatories and the feedback on the Alliance continues to be extremely positive.

V. Upcoming Milestones

As a result of the positive working relationship between the Alliance signatories, an Alliance Renewal Agreement will be signed in March, 2011. 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 OSHA Pittsburgh Area Office

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