ALLIANCE ANNUAL REPORT

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
HARRISBURG AREA OFFICE
AND
THE PENNSYLVANIA CHAMBER OF BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY

August 20, 2008

I. Alliance Background

Date Signed:

March 29, 2004

Renewed:

August 10, 2005;
August 20, 2007

Overview

Cooperative initiative to assist the American Subcontractors Association of Central Pennsylvania (ASACP) with information and out reach assistance in a effort become fully compliant with OSHA Standards and Regulations applicable to the construction trade. The ASACP is comprised of 100 different companies expressing a desire to stay up-to-date with OSHA regulations, safety training, professional and business development through varied educational seminars and programs, monthly membership meetings and professional advice from our retained consultants.

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, 2007 thru August 20, 2008.


II. Implementation Team Meetings

August 2007 through August 2008 – 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 12, 2006: The Harrisburg Area Office (HAO) Area Director (AD) spoke at the PA Chamber of Business and Industry’s, "Fall OSHA Roundtable" in Grantville, PA and reviewed updates to the current standards. Session was also attended by Mr. Joe Boslet from Inservco Insurance Services who presented information about "Workplace Violence" Prevention. It was followed up by Compliance Assistance Specialist (CAS), Dale Glacken to explain OSHA’s response to workplace violence. Mr. Kyle Stewart from American Westech provided an overview of "OSHA Fall Protection" requirements. The session ended with a question and answer segment where the audience asks the presenters safety/OSHA related questions. 88 members of the Chamber were present.
  2. March 6, 2008: The HAO CAS provided an OSHA Update for members of the PA Chamber of Business and Industry’s, "Ask OSHA Roundtable" in Harrisburg, PA. Session was also attended by CAS, Steve Delp who explained "Complying with OSHA’s Revised Electrical Standard Requirements, Subpart S". This was followed up by Mr. Joe Boslet from Inservco Insurance Services who presented "Electrical Systems Safety and Arc Flash— Practical Applications". The session ended with a question and answer segment where the audience asked the presenters safety/OSHA related questions. 210 members of the Chamber were present.
  3. May 22, 2008: The PA Chamber of Business and Industry hosted a full day "OSHA & Workplace Safety Conference" that was attended by 73 Chamber members. The sessions were put on by OSHA (Dale Glacken, John McFee) and local safety consultants (Colin J. Brigham, Steven D. High, Steve Katch, Troy Burd, Jeffrey Lee), topics included: An "OSHA update", "Voluntary Protection Program (VPP)", "Emergency Planning in the Real World", "Preventing Back and Overexertion Injuries", "The Little Things That Cause Injuries", "Cranes/Hoists/Lifts/Overhead Objects", "Noise Exposure Evaluation and Control" and "Complying with the Personal Protective Equipment Standard". The session ended with a question and answer segment where the audience had the opportunity to ask the presenters safety/OSHA related questions.
   
• Products
  
  N/A
   

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 fourth 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. 
 

V. Upcoming Milestones

1. Two Roundtables will be conducted this coming year with a full day OSHA/Chamber Roundtable being planned for 2009. 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 9, 2008: A half day "Ask OSHA Roundtable" presentation has been scheduled to provide an OSHA update and to review three topics: "Complying with OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogen Standard", "Value and Timing of Flu Shots" and the "Prevention of Combustible Dust Explosions".
   
    

ANNUAL ALLIANCE REPORT
PITTSBURGH AREA OFFICE (OSHA)
PITTSBURGH REGIONAL BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION TRADES COUNCIL
May 26, 2017

1. Alliance Background

   1. Date Signed:

      May 17, 2004 Renewed: May 25, 2016

   2. Evaluation Period

      May 26, 2016 – May 25, 2017

   3. Overview

      The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Pittsburgh Area Office and The Pittsburgh Building and Construction Trades Council aligned to provide Council members, including youth apprentice workers, with information, guidance, and access to training resources that will help protect employees' health and safety, particularly in reducing and preventing exposure to the various hazards associated with the construction industry.

   4. Implementation Team Members

      OSHA

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

      Alliance participant

      Richard Stanizzo – Business Manager, Pittsburgh Building and Construction Trades Council

2. Implementation Team Meetings

   • August 17, 2016
   • October 28, 2016
   • January 12, 2017
   • March 6, 2017
   • May 22, 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 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.
   Activity Type	Activity Name/Summary	OSHA Areas of Emphasis Supported	Number Reached
   Meeting Dissemination Speech/Presentation Training	The CAS visited each of the seventeen union apprenticeship schools to meet with the Apprenticeship Coordinators/Instructors. The unions represented are as follows: Ironworkers Local #3; United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers, and Allied Workers Local #37; IUPAT District Council #57; Cement Masons Local #526; Plasterers Local #31; Laborers District Council of Western PA; Sprinkler Fitters Local #542; Keystone-Mountain-Lakes Carpenters; Steamfitters Local #449; Insulators Local #2; Plumbers Local #27; Elevator Constructors Local #6; Boilermakers Local #154; Operating Engineers Local #66; Bricklayers and Allied Craft Local #9; Sheet Metal Workers Local #12; IBEW Local #5. During each of these visits, the CAS presented/discussed OSHA update information to include but not limited to heat stress, fall protection, worker rights, silica, common cited standards, and local fatality stats. Safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and OSHA inspection activities and initiatives were discussed. In addition, these meetings act as a forum to exchange safety and health technical information and best practices. The Apprenticeship Schools conduct and promote safety and health training to both apprentices and journeymen throughout the year.	Construction Safety and Health Programs/Systems Fall Prevention Heat Stress Worker Rights Employer Rights and Responsibilities Recordkeeping Hazard Communication Oil & Gas Silica Workzone Safety Youth Workers (Union Apprentices)	21,000 (Total Members)
   Training	An IBEW Local #5 Apprenticeship School Instructor conducted electrical work training for the OSHA staff during a staff meeting.	Construction Electrical	20
   Training	In conjunction with the Alliances with the Pittsburgh Building and Construction Trades Council and the Ironworkers Employers Association (IWEA), cross training was conducted at the Ironworkers Local #3 Apprenticeship School. CSHOs and second year apprentices participated in a Decking training class that included classroom and hands-on installation of decking. The class covered the elements of safety, quality, and production as it pertained to the decking phase on a jobsite. OSHA representatives, apprentices, and instructors were able to exchange knowledge in their respective areas. Member companies from the IWEA supported the training by providing materials and through training curriculum review.	Fall Prevention Construction Youth Workers (Union Apprentices)	12
   Meetings Dissemination Speech/Presentation Training	Apprentice Information Committee Meetings - The CAS attended and presented at three of these meetings during this evaluation period. Specifics on each meeting as follows: (1) CAS participated and presented updated information relating to the new Regional Administrators visit and meetings with stakeholders. In addition, information was exchanged with the Apprenticeship Coordinators and special quests (Deputy Secretary of Dept. of Labor PA, Deputy Secretary of Community and Economic Development, and Director of Apprenticeship and Training Office Dept. of Labor and Industry PA) for the need to increase apprenticeship training to pass the knowledge base down to improve on the skill set and safety of the trade workers. Other topics of discussion were diversity and ability to get qualified candidates. (2) CAS participated and presented updated information on OSHA's Outreach Training Program Requirements and input on safety orientation and oversight for the upcoming new construction of a Cracker Plant. In addition, information was exchanged with the Apprenticeship Coordinators. (3) As part of the fall stand down campaign, the CAS presented and provided handouts information relating to fall hazards, fall prevention, and local fatality statistics. Special quest at the meeting was PA Secretary of Labor & Industry. She discussed workforce development needs and state's ability to support.	Worker Rights Employer Rights and Responsibilities Construction Safety and Health Program Systems Silica Workzone Safety Fall Prevention Heat Stress Young Workers (Union Apprentices)	70
   Speech/Presentation Training Dissemination	University of Pittsburgh - As part of the University's "Construction Management Building Blocks" seminar series, the AD and CAS assisted in presenting a safety and OSHA overview during the safety topic workshop part of the series. The Carpenters Union's Director of Research/Special Projects presented information relating to union safety and rights. The Director of Safety for the MBA presented information related to his organizations safety efforts locally. The overall education series was intended to reach minority contractors and covered a variety of topics from estimating, scheduling, project management, safety, and financial aspects.	Employer Rights and Responsibilities Worker Rights Fall Prevention Heat Stress Construction Safety and Health Programs/Systems Recordkeeping Small Business	30
   Exhibit Speech/Presentation Training Dissemination	PA One Call Western PA Safety Day - Pittsburgh Area Office representatives staffed an information table and provided presentations on OSHA's fall protection 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. Union 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, the Operating Engineers had an information table.	Construction Fall Protection Worker Rights Employer Rights and Responsibilities Heat Stress Safety and Health Program/Systems	100
   Meeting Dissemination	Meeting with Business Manager to discuss upcoming construction projects and pledging support for to potential Partnership sites with signatory contractors. In addition, jurisdiction and coverage issues were discussed. Note: The Business Manager signed both partnership documents pledging support.	Construction Safety and Health Programs/Systems Fall Prevention Heat Stress Hazard Communication Silica Oil and Gas Small Business Recordkeeping	115
   Speech/Presentation Training Dissemination	As part of the fall stand down, the CAS presented information on fall hazards, fall prevention, and local fatality stats to three second year apprenticeship classes at the Ironworkers Local #3 Apprenticeship School. In addition, numerous specific questions on fall protection at the apprentices various jobsites were discussed. The apprenticeship instructors also participated in the training and Q&A.	Fall Prevention Construction Worker Rights Employer Rights and Responsibilities Young Workers (Union Apprentices)	30
   Speech/Presentation Training Dissemination	P.J. Dick CMU Construction Project Partnership Site - CAS and Project Safety Manager presented information on fall hazards, fall prevention, and local fatality stats to union craft workers on the project site.	Fall Prevention Construction Young Workers (Union Apprentices)	150
   Training Dissemination	Keystone + Mountain + Lakes Regional Council of Carpenters - CAS and CSHO attended the Open House and Carpentry Skills Expo at the Carpenters Apprenticeship School. CAS and CSHO provided updated OSHA information and answered numerous questions relating to OSHA construction standards/policies/procedures throughout the day event. In addition, a fall protection equipment vender had an exhibit and presented information on fall prevention. The attendees at the event were construction safety and health professionals, construction company owners and managers, safety equipment venders, journeymen, apprentices, students from Vo-Tech schools, state and local politicians, and family members.	Construction Fall Prevention Worker Rights Safety and Health Programs/Systems Employer Rights and Responsibilities Heat Stress Young Workers (Union Apprentices and Votech Students)	800
   Dissemination	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.	Construction Struck-By Hazards Electrocutions Caught-in/Between Fall Prevention	21,000 (Total Members)
   Dissemination	Throughout this evaluation period, the CAS has e-mailed three safety alerts for distribution on product defects relating to energy absorbers used on horizontal lifelines, control systems on a scissors lift, and a ladder safety device	Fall Prevention Construction	21,000 (Total Members)
   Training Dissemination	The Constructors Association of Western PA and the Master Builders Association sponsored two Silica Workshops for member representatives and applicable union representatives. Union representatives in attendance were apprenticeship instructors and craft workers of signatory contractors. The workshop provided and overview of the standard with an emphasis on engineering controls and work practice controls. Tools and equipment were demonstrated.	Construction Silica	100
   Training and Education: 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.
   Activity Type	Activity Name/Summary	OSHA Areas of Emphasis Supported	Number Reached
   Meetings Dissemination Speech/Presentation Training	The CAS visited each of the seventeen union apprenticeship schools to meet with the Apprenticeship Coordinators/Instructors. The unions represented are as follows: Ironworkers Local #3; United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers, and Allied Workers Local #37; IUPAT District Council #57; Cement Masons Local #526; Plasterers Local #31; Laborers District Council of Western PA; Sprinkler Fitters Local #542; Keystone-Mountain-Lakes Carpenters; Steamfitters Local #449; Insulators Local #2; Plumbers Local #27; Elevator Constructors Local #6; Boilermakers Local #154; Operating Engineers Local #66; Bricklayers and Allied Craft Local #9; Sheet Metal Workers Local #12; IBEW Local #5. During each of these visits, the CAS presented/discussed OSHA update information to include but not limited to heat stress, fall protection, worker rights, silica, common cited standards, and local fatality stats. Safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and OSHA inspection activities and initiatives were discussed. In addition, these meetings act as a forum to exchange safety and health technical information and best practices. The Apprenticeship Schools conduct and promote safety and health training to both apprentices and journeymen throughout the year.	Construction Safety and Health Programs/Systems Fall Prevention Heat Stress Worker Rights Employer Rights and Responsibilities Recordkeeping Oil & Gas Hazard Communication Silica Workzone Safety Youth Workers (Union Apprentices)	21,000 (Total Members)
   Training	An IBEW Local #5 Apprenticeship School Instructor conducted electrical work training for the OSHA staff during a staff meeting.	Construction Electrical	20
   Training	In conjunction with the Alliances with the Pittsburgh Building and Construction Trades Council and the Ironworkers Employers Association (IWEA), cross training was conducted at the Ironworkers Local #3 Apprenticeship School. CSHOS and second year apprentices participated in a Decking training class that included classroom and hands-on installation of decking. The class covered the elements of safety, quality, and production as it pertained to the decking phase on a jobsite. OSHA representatives, apprentices, and instructors were able to exchange knowledge in their respective areas. Member companies from the IWEA supported the training by providing materials and through training curriculum review.	Construction Fall Prevention Young Workers (Union Apprentices)	12
   Meetings Dissemination Speech/Presentation Training	Apprentice Information Committee Meetings - The CAS attended and presented at three of these meetings during this evaluation period. Specifics on each meeting as follows: (1) CAS participated and presented updated information relating to the new Regional Administrators visit and meetings with stakeholders. In addition, information was exchanged with the Apprenticeship Coordinators and special quests (Deputy Secretary of Dept. of Labor PA, Deputy Secretary of Community and Economic Development, and Director of Apprenticeship and Training Office Dept. of Labor and Industry PA) for the need to increase apprenticeship training to pass the knowledge base down to improve on the skill set and safety of the trade workers. Other topics of discussion were diversity and ability to get qualified candidates. (2) CAS participated and presented updated information on OSHA's Outreach Training Program Requirements and input on safety orientation and oversight for the upcoming new construction of a Cracker Plant. In addition, information was exchanged with the Apprenticeship Coordinators. (3) As part of the fall stand down campaign, the CAS presented and provided handouts information relating to fall hazards, fall prevention, and local fatality statistics. Special quest at the meeting was PA Secretary of Labor & Industry. She discussed workforce development needs and state's ability to support.	Worker Rights Employer Rights and Responsibilities Construction Safety and Health Program Systems Silica Workzone Safety Fall Prevention Heat Stress Young Workers (Union Apprentices)	70
   Speech/Presentation Training Dissemination	University of Pittsburgh - As part of the University's "Construction Management Building Blocks" seminar series, the AD and CAS assisted in presenting a safety and OSHA overview during the safety topic workshop part of the series. The Carpenters Union's Director of Research/Special Projects presented information relating to union safety and rights. The Director of Safety for the MBA presented information related to his organizations safety efforts locally. The overall education series was intended to reach minority contractors and covered a variety of topics from estimating, scheduling, project management, safety, and financial aspects.	Employer Rights and Responsibilities Worker Rights Fall Prevention Heat Stress Construction Safety and Health Programs/Systems Recordkeeping Small Business	30
   Exhibit Speech/Presentation Training Dissemination	PA One Call Western PA Safety Day - Pittsburgh Area Office representatives staffed an information table and provided presentations on OSHA's fall protection 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. Union 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, the Operating Engineers had an information table.	Construction Fall Protection Worker Rights Employer Rights and Responsibilities Heat Stress Safety and Health Program/Systems	100
   Speech/Presentation Training Dissemination	As part of the fall stand down, the CAS presented information on fall hazards, fall prevention, and local fatality stats to three second year apprenticeship classes at the Ironworkers Local #3 Apprenticeship School. In addition, numerous specific questions on fall protection at the apprentices various jobsites were discussed. The apprenticeship instructors also participated in the training and Q&A.	Fall Prevention Construction Worker Rights Employer Rights and Responsibilities Young Workers (Union Apprentices)	30
   Training Dissemination	Keystone + Mountain + Lakes Regional Council of Carpenters - CAS and CSHO attended the Open House and Carpentry Skills Expo at the Carpenters Apprenticeship School. CAS and CSHO provided updated OSHA information and answered numerous questions relating to OSHA construction standards/policies/procedures throughout the day event. In addition, a fall protection equipment vender had an exhibit and presented information on fall prevention. The attendees at the event were construction safety and health professionals, construction company owners and managers, safety equipment venders, journeymen, apprentices, students from Vo-Tech schools, state and local politicians, and family members.	Construction Fall Prevention Worker Rights Safety and Health Programs/Systems Employer Rights and Responsibilities Heat Stress Young Workers (Union Apprentices and Votech Students)	800
   Speech/Presentation Training Dissemination	P.J. Dick CMU Construction Project Partnership Site - CAS and Project Safety Manager presented information on fall hazards, fall prevention, and local fatality stats to union craft workers on the project site.	Fall Prevention Construction Young Workers (Union Apprentices)	150
   Training Dissemination	The Constructors Association of Western PA and the Master Builders Association sponsored two Silica Workshops for member representatives and applicable union representatives. Union representatives in attendance were apprenticeship instructors and craft workers of signatory contractors. The workshop provided and overview of the standard with an emphasis on engineering controls and work practice controls. Tools and equipment were demonstrated.	Construction Silica	100
   Outreach and Communication: 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.
   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 Electrical Silica Workzone Safety Youth Workers (Union Apprentices)	See previous sections
   TOTAL			64,427

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 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

AGREEMENT ESTABLISHING AN ALLIANCE
BETWEEN
WILMINGTON AREA OFFICE
THE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
AND
DELAWARE OSHA CONSULTATION/DELAWARE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
AND
ASSOCIATED BUILDERS AND CONTRACTORS, INC.
DELAWARE CHAPTER

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Wilmington Area Office, Delaware OSHA Consultation/Delaware Department of Labor (Delaware OSHA Consultation) and Associated Builders and Contractors Inc. Delaware Chapter (ABC DE) (hereinafter referred to collectively as “the Participants”) recognize the value of establishing a collaborative relationship to foster safer and more healthful American workplaces. To that end, the Participants hereby form an Alliance to provide ABC DE members and others with information, guidance, and access to training resources that will help them protect the health and safety of workers, particularly by reducing and preventing exposure to safety hazards and concerns at construction sites, and understand 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 on improving workplace safety for employers and workers. In developing this Alliance, OSHA and ABC DE 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 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.
• 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.

Training and Education

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

• 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.

Outreach and Communication

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

• 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.

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 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 Wilmington 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. Either OSHA or ABC DE signatory may terminate it for any reason at any time, provided they give a 30 day written notice. This agreement may be modified at any time with the written concurrence of all signatories.

Signed this 15th day of June, 2016.

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

The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Harrisburg Area Office and The Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry (PCBI) continue to recognize the value of maintaining a collaborative relationship to foster safer and more healthful American workplaces. To that end, OSHA and PCBI hereby renew the Alliance originally signed May 12, 2004 and last renewed July 18, 2014, with a continued emphasis on reducing and preventing exposure to occupational safety and health hazards, predominantly in general industry. 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). Through the Alliance, the organizations will continue to address general industry related issues.

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 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 on improving workplace safety for employers and workers. 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, 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:

• To share information on occupational safety and health laws and standards, including the rights and responsibilities of workers and employers.
• To encourage worker participation in workplace safety and health by participating in the PCBI sponsored Pennsylvania Bureau of Workers' Compensation, Health and Safety Division, annual employer safety committee recertification training event.

Training and Education

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

• To develop effective training and education programs for member companies and others regarding occupational safety and health hazards, and to communicate such information to constituent employers and workers.
• To present occupational safety and health information at least annually, to PCBI members on OSHA General Industry compliance.

Outreach and Communication

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

• To develop information on the recognition and prevention of workplace hazards, and to develop ways of communicating such information (e.g., electronic media, electronic assistance tools, and OSHA's and PCBI Web sites) to employers and workers in the industry.
• To speak, exhibit, or appear at OSHA's or PCBI conferences, local meetings, or other applicable events.
• 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 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 organization 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 representation from the Harrisburg Area OSHA Office. OSHA will encourage State Plan States' and OSHA On-site Consultation Projects' participation on the team.

This agreement will remain in effect for five 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 1 day of September 2016 by:

• Timothy W. Braun, Acting Area Director, Harrisburg Area Office, OSHA
• Samuel Gualardo, Director, PA/OSHA Consultation Program, Indiana University of Pennsylvania
• Jewell Lester, Vice President, Finance and Administration, Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry

ARRANGEMENT ESTABLISHING AN ALLIANCE
BETWEEN
THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR'S
OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
PHILADELPHIA REGIONAL OFFICE
AND
THE CONSULATE OF MEXICO IN PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA

The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Philadelphia Regional Office and the Consulate of Mexico in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (the Consulate), hereinafter referred to collectively as "the Participants";

RECOGNIZING the joint commitment to protect workers' rights for Mexican workers in the United States acknowledged in the Letter of Arrangement between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the United Mexican States and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration of the Department of Labor of the United States of America, concerning Workplace Safety and Health Protections Applicable to Mexican Workers in the United States, signed at Washington, D.C., on November 6, 2014; and

RECOGNIZING that OSHA's Alliance Program provides for the establishment of cooperative relationships for purposes such as training and education, outreach and communication, and promoting a national dialogue on workplace safety and health;

Intend to form an Alliance to achieve the following:

Overall Objective

The Participants intend to establish a collaborative relationship to provide Mexican nationals in Pennsylvania and Delaware, and others, 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).

Training and Education

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

• To develop training and education programs for Mexican workers and Mexican employers in Pennsylvania and Delaware regarding workplace safety and health.
• To develop training and education programs for Mexican workers and Mexican employers in Pennsylvania and Delaware to promote understanding of workers' rights and responsibilities of employers under the OSH Act, including the use of the OSHA complaint process.

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 links to OSHA's Web site from the Consulate's Web site) to Mexican nationals working in Pennsylvania and Delaware, and their employers.
• To speak, exhibit, or appear at the Participants' conferences, local meetings, or other events.
• To participate in "Mobile Consulate" activities and events.

Promotion of a National Dialogue

The Participants intend to work together to achieve the following goals related to promoting a joint dialogue on workplace safety and health:

• To raise awareness of and demonstrate commitment to workplace safety and health and workers' rights under the OSH Act whenever leaders from the Participants address groups.
• To convene or participate in forums, roundtable discussions, or stakeholder meetings on issues affecting Mexican nationals working in Pennsylvania and Delaware to help forge innovative solutions on issues concerning workplace safety and health and understanding of workers' rights and responsibilities of employers under the OSH Act.

An implementation team made up of representatives of each Participant intends to meet to develop a plan of action, determine working procedures, and identify the roles and responsibilities of the Participants. In addition, the Participants intend to meet at least three times per year to track and share information on activities and results in achieving the goals of the Alliance.

Nothing in this Arrangement commits the Participants to the expenditure of any funds.

This Arrangement may commence upon signature by both Participants. This Arrangement may continue for two (2) years from the date of signing. A Participant should endeavor to provide thirty (30) days advanced written notice of its intent to discontinue the Arrangement. This Arrangement may be modified in writing at any time by mutual consent of the Participants.

Signed at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in duplicate, this 28^th day of August, 2017, in the Spanish and English languages.

ANNUAL ALLIANCE REPORT
PITTSBURGH AREA OFFICE
PITTSBURGH REGIONAL BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION TRADES
COUNCIL
May 27, 2014

1. Alliance Background

   Date Signed:
   5-17-04

   Date Renewed:
   Last Renewal 5-21-14

   Alliance Overview:

   The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Pittsburgh Area Office and The Pittsburgh Building and Construction Trades Council aligned to provide Council members, including youth apprentice workers, with information, guidance, and access to training resources that will help protect employees’ health and safety, particularly in reducing and preventing exposure to the various hazards associated with the construction industry.

   Implementation Team Members

   • Richard Stanizzo - Business Rep., Pittsburgh Building and Construction Trades Council
   • Robert Carroll - Compliance Assistance Specialist (CAS), OSHA Pittsburgh Area Office
   • Christopher Robinson - Area Director (AD), OSHA Pittsburgh Area Office
      

2. Implementation Team Meetings

   • June 20, 2013 - Conference Call
   • August 9, 2013 - In-person - Dormont, PA
   • October 24, 2013 - In-person - Dormont, PA
   • January 30, 2014 - In-person - Dormont, PA
   • March 21, 2014 - In-person - Dormont, PA
   • May 21, 2013 - In-person - Dormont, PA

    

3. Activities and Products

   Evaluation Period

   May 27, 2013 to May 27, 2014

   Alliance Activity

   May 28, 2013 - Greater Pennsylvania Regional Council of Carpenters - CAS met with Apprenticeship Coordinator/Training Director and Instructors. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed. (Approximately 900 apprentices and 9000 members)

   May 29, 2013 - Western Pennsylvania Operating Engineers Local 66 - CAS met with Apprenticeship Coordinator and Instructors. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed. (Approximately 203 apprentices and 7000 members)

   May 29, 2013 - IBEW Local 5 - CAS met with Apprenticeship Coordinator and Instructors. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed. (Approximately 450 apprentices and 3200 members)

   May 30, 2013 - Boilermakers Local 154 - CAS met with Apprenticeship Coordinator and Instructors. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed. (Approximately 450 apprentices and 1800 members)

   May 30, 2013 - Bricklayers and Allied Crafts Local 6 - CAS met with Apprenticeship Coordinator and Instructors. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed. (Approximately 100 apprentices and 3000 members)

   May 30, 2013 - Elevator Constructors Local 6 - CAS met with Business Manager/Apprenticeship Coordinator and Instructors. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed. (Approximately 16 apprentices and 277 members)

   May 31, 2013 - Ironworkers Local 3 - CAS met with Apprenticeship Coordinator and Instructors. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed. (Approximately 150 apprentices and 1200 members)

   May 31, 2013 - Sheet Metal Workers Local 12 - CAS met with Apprenticeship Coordinator and Instructors. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed. (Approximately 140 apprentices and 800 members)

   May 31, 2013 - Laborers District Council of Western Pennsylvania - CAS met with Apprenticeship Coordinator, Training Director and Instructors. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed. (Approximately 55 apprentices and 8000 members)

   June 4, 2013 - Sprinkler Fitters Local 542 - CAS met with Business Manager/Apprenticeship Coordinator. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed. (Approximately 12 apprentices and 132 members)

   June 4, 2013 - IUPAT District Council 57 - CAS met with Apprenticeship Coordinator and Instructors. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed. (Approximately 186 apprentices and 1660 members)

   June 5, 2013 - Plasterers Local 31 - CAS met with Business Manager/Apprenticeship Coordinator. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed. (Approximately 6 apprentices and 235 members)

   June 5, 2013 - Cement Masons Local 526 - CAS met with Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructor. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed. (Approximately 32 apprentices and 450 members)

   June 5, 2013 - United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers, and Allied Workers Local 37 - CAS met with Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructor. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed. (Approximately 50 apprentices and 230 members)

   June 6, 2013 - Asbestos Workers/Insulators Local 2 - CAS met with Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructor and Business Manager. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed. (Approximately 92 apprentices and 500 members)

   June 6, 2013 - Plumbers Local 27 - CAS met with Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructor. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed. (Approximately 50 apprentices and 550 members)

   June 6, 2013 - Steamfitters Local 449 - CAS met with Apprenticeship Coordinator/Director of Training. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed. (Approximately 170 apprentices and 1000 members)

   June 28, 2013 - Fall Protection Training Course - A half day fall protection training event was sponsored by P.J. Dick Corporation through the PNC Tower Construction Project OSHA Partnership. The Pittsburgh Regional Building and Construction Trades Council signed in support of the agreement. The Council represents approximately three hundred and fifty trades’ workers on this job. Attendees include site representatives, Apprenticeship Coordinators and Apprenticeship Instructors.

   September 5, 2013 - Laborers District Council of Western Pennsylvania - CAS and AD visited the Apprenticeship School and met with the Director of Training and Instructors. The new AD was introduced, future cross-training was discussed, a tour of the facility was conducted for the new AD, and the OSHA representatives held a question/answer session with one of the training classes.

   October 24, 2013 - Apprenticeship Information Committee Meeting - CAS presented information on OSHA’s focus for the upcoming fiscal year. Presentation included Temporary/Vulnerable Workers - worker rights, Regulatory Agenda, Silica proposed rule, HCS, Falls, Heat Stress, and Oil & Gas Industry efforts. Information also was also discussed on 30 hour OSHA training.

   February 6, 2014 - Ironworkers Local #3 - CAS and AD presented an OSHA update at the Ironworkers Apprenticeship School as part of an OSHA 30 hour. All current and national and local initiatives were addressed along with local fatality statistics. In addition, the AD and CAS participated in a Scaffold Training Class and answered numerous technical questions.

   March 21, 2014 - Business Manager signed a pledge of support on the Mascaro Construction IS3 Construction Project Partnership. The Council represents the union trades’ workers on the project.

   April 8 - 10, 2014 - Pennsylvania AFL-CIO Convention - The Department of Labor had an information booth staffed with OSHA and Wage & Hour personnel. Various representatives from the Council stopped by the booth and asked questions and discussed concerns.

   April 25, 2014 - Ironworkers Local 3 - The CAS attended the Annual Outstanding Apprentice Competition and Contractor/Construction Professionals Open House. CAS provided updated OSHA information and answered numerous questions relating to OSHA policies/procedures/standards. Information on the fall stand down and heat stress were discussed.

   April 28, 2014 - Workers’ Memorial Day - Allegheny County Labor Council, AFL-CIO - CAS attended the Workers' Memorial Day Service held in Market Square, Pittsburgh PA. The Business Manager of the Pittsburgh Regional Building and Construction Trades Council along with representatives from the Trades’ Unions were in attendance.

   May 9, 2014 - Carpenters District Council - CAS and AD attended the Annual Design Build & Carpenter Competition. CAS and AD provided updated OSHA information and answered numerous questions relating to OSHA construction standards/policies/procedures throughout the day event.

   May 21, 2014 - Signed Alliance Renewal Agreement.

   Throughout this evaluation period, the CAS has e-mailed the safety alerts on product defects relating to Guardian Protection self retracting lines, MSA fall protection products with Yoke snap hooks, and a Genie Boom Lift series.

   Various Business Agents/Field Representatives and Apprenticeship Coordinators/Instructors call monthly for discussion and guidance on construction standards and OSHA policy/procedure information.

4. Results

   The training and outreach communication information provided was well received. The member union representatives of the council found the information to be valuable in assisting them in their efforts of promoting and providing safety and health training to their members in reducing and preventing exposure to the various hazards associated with the construction industry.

   Apprenticeship Coordinators, Instructors, Business Agents and 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. The Council represents approximately 21,000 members. The information exchanged with the Building Trades Council would eventually have the potential to affect the entire membership, that being approximately 21,000 members. The working relationship between the Alliance Signatories and the feedback on the Alliance has been extremely positive, as evidenced by the recent Alliance Renewal.

   Type of Activity (Conference, Training, Print and Electronic Distribution, etc.)	Number of Individuals Reached or Trained
   May 28, 2013 - Greater Pennsylvania Regional Council of Carpenters - CAS met with Apprenticeship Coordinator/Training Director and Instructors. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed.	900 apprentices 9000 total members
   May 29, 2013 - Western Pennsylvania Operating Engineers Local 66 - CAS met with Apprenticeship Coordinator and Instructors. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed.	203 apprentices 7000 total members
   May 29, 2013 - IBEW Local 5 - CAS met with Apprenticeship Coordinator and Instructors. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed.	450 apprentices 3200 total members
   May 30, 2013 - Boilermakers Local 154 - CAS met with Apprenticeship Coordinator and Instructors. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed.	450 apprentices 1800 total members
   May 30, 2013 - Bricklayers and Allied Crafts Local 6 - CAS met with Apprenticeship Coordinator and Instructors. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed.	100 apprentices 3000 total members
   May 30, 2013 - Elevator Constructors Local 6 - CAS met with Business Manager/Apprenticeship Coordinator and Instructors. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed.	16 apprentices 277 total members
   May 31, 2013 - Ironworkers Local 3 - CAS met with Apprenticeship Coordinator and Instructors. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed.	150 apprentices 1200 total members
   May 31, 2013 - Sheet Metal Workers Local 12 - CAS met with Apprenticeship Coordinator and Instructors. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed.	140 apprentices 800 total members
   May 31, 2013 - Laborers District Council of Western Pennsylvania - CAS met with Apprenticeship Coordinator, Training Director and Instructors. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed.	55 apprentices 8000 total members
   June 4, 2013 - Sprinkler Fitters Local 542 - CAS met with Business Manager/Apprenticeship Coordinator. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed.	12 apprentices 132 total members
   June 4, 2013 - IUPAT District Council 57 - CAS met with Apprenticeship Coordinator and Instructors. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed.	186 apprentices 1600 total members
   June 5, 2013 - Plasterers Local 31 - CAS met with Business Manager/Apprenticeship Coordinator. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed.	6 apprentices 235 total members
   June 5, 2013 - Cement Masons Local 526 - CAS met with Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructor. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed.	32 apprentices 450 total members
   June 5, 2013 - United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers, and Allied Workers Local 37 - CAS met with Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructor. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed.	50 apprentices 230 total members
   June 6, 2013 - Asbestos Workers/Insulators Local 2 - CAS met with Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructor and Business Manager. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed.	92 apprentices 500 total members
   June 6, 2013 - Plumbers Local 27 - CAS met with Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructor. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed.	50 apprentices 550 total members
   June 6, 2013 - Steamfitters Local 449 - CAS met with Apprenticeship Coordinator/Director of Training. CAS presented/discussed information and provided handouts on fall protection and heat stress. The CAS provided information on fatality stat out of the Pittsburgh Area Office and reviewed information on the new hazard communication standard on the OSHA website. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and inspection activities/initiatives were discussed.	170 apprentices 1000 total members
   June 28, 2013 - Fall Protection Training Course - A half day fall protection training event was sponsored by P.J. Dick Corporation through the PNC Tower Construction Project OSHA Partnership.	35
   October 24, 2013 - Apprenticeship Information Committee Meeting	20 (Council represents Approx. 21,000 members)
   February 6, 2014 - Ironworkers Local #3 - CAS and AD presented an OSHA update at the Ironworkers Apprenticeship School as part of an OSHA 30 hour. All current and national and local initiatives were addressed along with local fatality statistics. In addition, the AD and CAS participated in a Scaffold Training Class and answered numerous technical questions.	15
   March 21, 2014 - Business Manager signed a pledge of support on the Mascaro Construction IS3 Construction Project Partnership. The Council represents the union trades’ workers on the project.	150
   April 8 - 10, 2014 - Pennsylvania AFL-CIO Convention - The Department of Labor had an information booth staffed with OSHA and Wage & Hour personnel.	500
   April 25, 2014 - Ironworkers Local 3 - The CAS attended the Annual Outstanding Apprentice Competition and Contractor/Construction Professionals Open House.	200
   April 28, 2014 - Workers’ Memorial Day - Allegheny County Labor Council, AFL-CIO	200
   May 9, 2014 - Carpenters District Council - Annual Design Build & Carpenter Competition.	1000
   TOTAL	21,000 (Approximately) total members represented by Council

5. Upcoming Milestones

   The Alliance is continually looking into future opportunities in providing information for affected parties. The Alliance signatories will continue to work 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.

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

The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Pittsburgh Area Office and the Constructors Association of Western Pennsylvania (CAWP) continue to recognize the value of maintaining a collaborative relationship to foster safer and more healthful American workplaces. To that end, OSHA and CAWP (hereinafter referred to collectively as “the Participants”) hereby renew the Alliance signed December 19, 2005 and last renewed December 10, 2013 with a continued emphasis on reducing and preventing exposure to hazards associated with the heavy and highway construction industry. Specifically, OSHA and CAWP are committed to providing CAWP 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 Participants will continue to address hazards associated with the heavy and highway 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 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 on improving workplace safety for employers and workers. In renewing this Alliance, OSHA and CAWP 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 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.

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 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.

Outreach and Communication

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

• 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.

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 15th day of December, 2015.

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

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Constructors Association of Western Pennsylvania (CAWP) hereby renew the Alliance agreement signed on December 19, 2005. OSHA and CAWP continue to recognize the value of collaborative efforts to achieve workplace safety. OSHA and CAWP remain committed to cooperative and proactive efforts to advance workplace safety and health. In renewing 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’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 Occupational Safety and Health State Plan Association and the association of state 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.

The Ironworker Employers Association of Western Pennsylvania, Inc.
ALLIANCE ANNUAL REPORT
March 30, 2007

I. Alliance Background

Date Signed

Original: 3-11-03    Renewal: 3-4-05

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 5, 2006 to March 30, 2007


II. Implementation Team Meetings

III. Events and Products

Outreach and Communication

November 21, 2006 – Pre-construction meeting with a safety representative from a member company was held to review construction standards and interpretations addressing steel erection and fall protection issues.

January 12, 2007 – Met with IWEA Executive Director and discussed information on the new Hexavalent Chromium standard. In addition, fifty Construction Industry Digests were provided to handout to members.

March 30, 2007 – Met with IWEA Executive Director and provided him with the following three handouts: (1) Top twenty most frequently cited standards in all construction classifications for Region III in last two years (2) Top twenty-five most frequently cited standards in SICs classified as heavy construction for Region III in last two years (3) Fatality statistics for the last seven years out of the Pittsburgh Area Office. The IWEA Executive Director stated these handouts would be mailed out to members and affiliates with the next newsletter.

Bill 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.

An Alliance Renewal Agreement was signed the previously (3-4-05). The renewal agreement contains a clause that states the agreement will remain in effect for two years and will automatically be renewed annually thereafter. 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, newsletters, and cross-training between OSHA, Employers, and Union Representatives. The Alliance signatories will continue to work together to address the safety and health needs of the affected parties.

ANNUAL ALLIANCE REPORT
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
ERIE AREA OFFICE, REGION III
and
ERIE INSTITUTE of TECHNOLOGY
July 17, 2017

1. Alliance Background

   Date Signed: June 13, 2013

   Renewal Date: June 26, 2017

   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
   • Kimberly Clark, Student Services Coordinator
   • Mark Harmon, USDOL/OSHA Erie Area Office

2. Implementation Team Meetings/Activities

   • July 22, 2016 – Mark Harmon, Compliance Assistance Specialist (CAS) discussed the content of OSHA material relating to student course work with Kim Clark, EIT Student Services Coordinator.
   • October 24, 2016 – Mark Harmon, CAS met with Paul Fitzgerald, EIT Director on a future OSHA compliance staff training session covering auto lift safety.
   • February 21, 2017, – Mark Harmon, CAS, completed a final meeting with EIT to discuss OSHA training and tour the new EIT auto body technology site.
   • March 20, 2017 – Kim Clark posted OSHA material on the EIT student bulletin board which highlights OSHA National Fall Prevention Stand-Down Campaign.
   • May 17, 2017 – Mark Harmon, Compliance Assistance Specialist (CAS) discussed the annual open house event scheduled for August with Kim Clark, EIT Student Services Coordinator.

3. Events and Products

   Evaluation Period.

   June 13, 2016 through June 13, 2017

   Alliance Activity.

   • Training and Education

     Four "Intro to OSHA" education classes were provided to students entering the workforce regarding hazards associated with their trade(s). This training included 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, the Erie OSHA office participated with the EIT Annual Open House. This event allows students and their families to tour the facility. We provided an OSHA table with free workplace safety & health informational booklets and pamphlets.

   • Raising Awareness of OSHA's Rulemaking and Enforcement Initiatives

     EIT continues to promote our annual safety and health campaigns. During the 2nd week of May 2017 EIT posted educational material for all students to learn more about the OSHA National Fall Prevention Safety Stand Down to Prevent Falls in Construction. An OSHA poster with instructions and hyperlinks to additional resources was provided on the EIT bulletin board.

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) July 22-26, 2016	120
   EIT Annual Open House August 18, 2016	200
   "Intro to OSHA" Training (Fall term) October 24-27, 2016	140
   "Intro to OSHA" Training (Winter term) February 2-9, 2017	90
   "Intro to OSHA" Training (Spring term) May 17-18, 2017	50
   TOTAL	600

5. Upcoming Milestones

   Participants are pleased with the fourth year's accomplishments of the Alliance. They agree to work together to improve the overall safety & health knowledge of young workers. The implementation team will encourage PA OSHA On-site Consultation Service to participate 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.