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. 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 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.

AGREEMENT RENEWING AN ALLIANCE
BETWEEN
ALLENTOWN AREA OFFICE
THE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
AND
LEHIGH CAREER & TECHNICAL INSTITUTE

The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Allentown Area Office (AAO) and the Lehigh Career & Technical Institute (LCTI), hereinafter referred collectively as "the Participants", continue to recognize the value of maintaining a collaborative relationship to foster safer and more healthful American workplaces. To that end, the Participants hereby renew the Alliance signed November 17, 2005 and last renewed on December 12, 2012 with a continued emphasis on youth safety education. Specifically, the Participants are committed to providing LCTI's students, faculty, administrators and Occupational Advisory Council 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 various skilled and technical trades including but not limited to: construction, healthcare, manufacturing and service related industry clusters. 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.

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 the opportunity or resources permit:

• 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 youth safety to help forge innovative solutions in the workplace or to provide input on safety and health issues.

Training and Education

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

• To review and provide input on effective training and education curricula for youth entering the workforce 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 deliver various safety and health related topics including but not limited to: understanding worker rights, fall, struck-by, caught between, electrical hazards, material handling hazards, use of personal protective equipment and hazards associated with chemicals.

Outreach and Communication

The Participants intend to work together to achieve the following outreach and communication goals, as the opportunity or 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 LCTI's Web sites) to students, faculty, employers serving on Occupational Advisory Councils and other academic (career and technical) institutions.
• To speak, exhibit, or appear at OSHA's or LCTI's conferences, local meetings, or other Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Education events.
• To share information among OSHA personnel, academia and industry safety and health professionals regarding LCTI's 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 Participant will meet to develop a plan of action, determine working procedures, and identify the roles and responsibilities of the Participants. In addition, they will meet at least three times per year to track and share information on activities and results in achieving the goals of the Alliance. OSHA team members will include representatives of the Allentown Area Office. 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 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 signatories.

Signed this 18th day of December, 2014.

ANNUAL ALLIANCE REPORT
PITTSBURGH AREA OFFICE
PITTSBURGH REGIONAL BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION TRADES
COUNCIL
May 27, 2012

1. Alliance Background

   Date Signed:

   5-17-04

   Date Renewed:

   Last Renewal 5-25-12

   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 Szymanski - Area Director, OSHA Pittsburgh Area Office
   • Robert Carroll - Compliance Assistance Specialist, OSHA Pittsburgh Area Office
   • Christopher Robinson - Assistant Area Director, OSHA Pittsburgh Area Office

2. Implementation Team Meetings

   • May 31, 2011 - In-person - Dormont, PA
   • August 22, 2011 - Conference Call
   • November 18, 2011 - In-person - Dormont, PA
   • February 22, 2012 - Conference Call
   • April 24, 2012 - In-person - Dormont, PA
   • May 25, 2012 - In-person - Dormont, PA

    

3. Activities and Products

   Evaluation Period

   May 27, 2011 to May 27, 2012

   Alliance Activity

   May 31, 2011 - Alliance meeting with Trades Council’s Business Manager. Resources on the OSHA website on heat stress, and updated information on fatality stats and frequently cited standards were reviewed. Also information on upcoming construction jobs was discussed.

   June 2, 2011 - CAS had a meeting with the Sheet Metal Workers Local #12 Apprenticeship Coordinator and instructors to discuss safety and health curricula, resources on the website on heat stress(provided poster and facts sheet), and updated information on fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies.

   June 2, 2011 - CAS had a meeting with the Laborers District Council of Western Pennsylvania Apprenticeship Coordinator and instructors to discuss safety and health curricula, resources on the website on heat stress(provided poster and facts sheet), and updated information on fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies.

   June 3, 2011 - CAS had a meeting with the Plumbers Local #27 Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructor to discuss safety and health curricula, resources on the website on heat stress(provided poster and facts sheet), and updated information on fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies.

   June 3, 2011 - CAS had a meeting with IUPAT District Council #57 Apprenticeship Coordinator and instructors to discuss safety and health curricula, resources on the website on heat stress(provided poster and facts sheet), and updated information on fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies.

   June 6, 2011 - CAS had a meeting with Insulators & Asbestos Workers Local #2 Apprenticeship Coordinator and instructors to discuss safety and health curricula, resources on the website on heat stress(provided poster and facts sheet), and updated information on fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies.

   June 6, 2011 - CAS had a meeting with Boilermakers Local #154 President/ Apprenticeship Coordinator to discuss safety and health curricula, resources on the website on heat stress(provided poster and facts sheet), and updated information on fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies.

   June 9, 2011 - CAS provided the Western Pennsylvania Operating Engineers Local #66 Apprenticeship School with posters and fact sheets on heat illness campaign.

   June 9, 2011 - CAS had a meeting with Bricklayers and Allied Crafts Local #9 Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructor to discuss safety and health curricula, resources on the website on heat stress(provided poster and facts sheet), and updated information on fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies.

   June 9, 2011 - CAS had a meeting with Sprinkler Fitters Local #542 representatives to discuss safety and health curricula, resources on the website on heat stress(provided poster and facts sheet), and updated information on fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies.

   June 10, 2011 - CAS had a meeting with Greater Pennsylvania Regional Council of Carpenters Apprenticeship Coordinator and instructor to discuss safety and health curricula, resources on the website on heat stress(provided poster and facts sheet), and updated information on fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies.

   June 10, 2011 - CAS had a meeting with Steamfitters Local #449 Apprenticeship Coordinator/ Instructor to discuss safety and health curricula, resources on the website on heat stress(provided poster and facts sheet), and updated information on fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies.

   June 13, 2011 - CAS had a meeting with Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers Local #37 Apprenticeship Coordinator/ Instructor to discuss safety and health curricula, resources on the website on heat stress(provided poster and facts sheet), and updated information on fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies.

   June 14, 2011 - CAS had a meeting with Plasterers Local #31 Apprenticeship Coordinator/Business Manager to discuss safety and health curricula, resources on the website on heat stress(provided poster and facts sheet), and updated information on fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies.

   June 14, 2011 - CAS had a meeting with IBEW Local #5 Apprenticeship Coordinator/ Instructor to discuss safety and health curricula, resources on the website on heat stress(provided poster and facts sheet), and updated information on fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies.

   June 17, 2011 - CAS had a meeting with Cement Masons Local #31 Apprenticeship Coordinator/Business Manager to discuss safety and health curricula, resources on the website on heat stress(provided poster and facts sheet), and updated information on fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies.

   June 20, 2011 - CAS had a meeting with Ironworkers Local #3 Apprenticeship Coordinator and instructors to discuss safety and health curricula, resources on the website on heat stress(provided poster and facts sheet), and updated information on fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies.

   August 4, 2011 - CAS met with heavy equipment instructors of Western Pennsylvania Operating Engineers Local #66 to discuss and gather technical information on the safe operation of a CAT Front-end Loader.

   November 3, 2011 - CAS provided OSHA Nail Gun Safety Booklets and information from the website on residential construction to the Greater Pennsylvania Regional Council of Carpenters Apprenticeship Coordinator.

   November 18, 2011 - CAS met with the Trades Councils Business Manager to discuss their members’ involvement in the natural gas industry in Pennsylvania. In addition, information on the OSHA website for residential construction was reviewed.

   November 18, 2011 - CAS met with the Western Pennsylvania Operating Engineers Local #66 Apprenticeship Coordinator to discuss their members’ involvement in the natural gas industry in Pennsylvania.

   November 29, 2011 - CAS met with the Laborers District Council of Western Pennsylvania Apprenticeship Coordinator and instructors to discuss their members’ involvement in the natural gas industry in Pennsylvania. In addition, information on the OSHA website for residential construction was reviewed.

   December 13, 2011 - CAS met with the Greater Pennsylvania Regional Council of Carpenters Director of Research to discuss their members’ involvement in the natural gas industry in Pennsylvania.

   January 30, 2012 - CAS presented information on worker rights/OSHA procedures and answered questions on construction standards at two Journeymen level training classes (OSHA 30 hr & Cranes/Rigging Class) at the Ironworker Local #3 Apprenticeship School

   February 7, 2012 - CAS met with the Greater Pennsylvania Regional Council of Carpenters Training Director, Training Coordinator, and a Training Instructor to present and discuss information of residential construction. The power points on the website were shown to the instructors for use in training.

   April 5, 2012 - CAS provide the Trades Councils Business Manager with information on Workers Memorial Day.

   April 13, 2012 - The CAS attended the Ironworkers Local #3 Outstanding Apprenticeship Competition and Annual Contractors/Construction Professionals Open House event. The CAS provided updated OSHA information and answered numerous questions relating to OSHA construction standards/policies/procedures throughout the event day.

   April 24, 2012 - CAS met the Trades Councils Business Manager to discuss alliance renewal and participation in a future partnership on the construction of thirty-three story construction project with the P. J. Dick Corporation.

   May 9, 2012 - CAS met with the Western Pennsylvania Operating Engineers Local #66 Apprenticeship Coordinator and Crane Instructor providing and reviewing information on the heat stress and fall protection campaigns. The information on the OSHA website pertaining to heat stress and fall protection was reviewed. In addition, safety and health issues and concerns were discussed.

   May 9, 2012 - CAS met with the Bricklayers and Allied Crafts Local #9 Apprenticeship Coordinator/instructor providing and reviewing information on the heat stress and fall protection campaigns. The information on the OSHA website pertaining to heat stress and fall protection was reviewed. In addition, safety and health issues and concerns were discussed.

   May 10, 2012 - CAS met with the Plasterers Local #31 Apprenticeship Coordinator and instructor providing and reviewing information on the heat stress and fall protection campaigns. The information on the OSHA website pertaining to heat stress and fall protection was reviewed. In addition, safety and health issues and concerns were discussed.

   May 10, 2012 - CAS met with the Cement Masons Local #526 Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructor providing and reviewing information on the heat stress and fall protection campaigns. The information on the OSHA website pertaining to heat stress and fall protection was reviewed. In addition, safety and health issues and concerns were discussed.

   May 10, 2012 - CAS met with the IBEW Local #5 Apprenticeship Coordinator and Safety Representative Instructor providing and reviewing information on the heat stress and fall protection campaigns. The information on the OSHA website pertaining to heat stress and fall protection was reviewed. In addition, safety and health issues and concerns were discussed.

   May 10, 2012 - CAS met with the Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers Local #37 Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructor providing and reviewing information on the heat stress and fall protection campaigns. The information on the OSHA website pertaining to heat stress and fall protection was reviewed. In addition, safety and health issues and concerns were discussed.

   May 11, 2012 - CAS met with the Greater Pennsylvania Regional Council of Carpenters Apprenticeship Coordinator and instructors providing and reviewing information on the heat stress and fall protection campaigns. The information on the OSHA website pertaining to heat stress and fall protection was reviewed. In addition, safety and health issues and concerns were discussed. In addition, the CAS attended the Annual Design Build & Carpenter Competition on this day. The CAS provided updated OSHA information and answered numerous questions relating to OSHA construction standards/policies/procedures throughout the event day.

   May 25, 2012 - An Alliance Renewal was signed.

   Various Business Agents 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.

   Type of Activity (Conference, Training, Print and Electronic Distribution, etc.)	Number of Individuals Reached or Trained
   Pittsburgh Regional Building and Construction Trades Council - Business Manager meeting (provided information on heat stress/fatality stats/frequently cited standards) 5/31/11	21,000 members represented by Council
   Sheet Metal Workers Local #12 Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructors meeting (provided information on heat stress/fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies) 6/2/11	140
   Laborers District Council of Western PA - Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructors meeting (provided information on heat stress/fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies) 6/2/11	70
   Plumbers Local #27 Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructor meeting (provided information on heat stress/fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies) 6/3/11	75
   District Council #57 IUPAT Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructors meeting (provided information on heat stress/fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies) 6/3/11	229
   Insulators & Asbestos Workers Local #2 Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructors meeting (provided information on heat stress/fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies) 6/6/11	90
   Boilermakers Local #154 Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructors meeting (provided information on heat stress/fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies) 6/6/11	652
   Western PA Operating Engineers Local #66 - Apprenticeship School (provided information on heat stress) 6/9/11	178
   Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers Local #9 Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructor meeting (provided information on heat stress/fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies) 6/9/11	97
   Sprinkler Fitters Local #542 Representatives meeting (provided information on heat stress/fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies) 6/9/11	132
   Greater Pennsylvania Regional Council of Carpenters Apprenticeship Coordinator/instructors meeting (provided information on heat stress/fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies) 6/10/11	922
   Steamfitters Local #449 Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructor meeting (provided information on heat stress/fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies) 6/10/11	158
   Roofers, Waterproofers, and Allied Craft Workers Local #37 Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructor meeting (provided information on heat stress/fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies) 6/13/11	56
   Plasterers Local #31 Business Manager/Apprenticeship Coordinator meeting (provided information on heat stress/fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies) 6/14/11	140
   IBEW Local #5 - Apprenticeship Coordinator/instructor meeting (provided information on heat stress/fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies) 6/14/11	400
   Cement Masons Local #526 Apprenticeship Coordinator/instructor meeting (provided information on heat stress/fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies) 6/17/11	20
   Ironworkers Local #3 Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructors meeting (provided information on heat stress/fatality stats/frequently cited standards/OSHA policies) 6/20/11	200
   Western PA Operating Engineers Local #66 - Heavy Equipment Instructor technical meeting 8/3/11	3
   Greater Pennsylvania Regional Council of Carpenters Apprenticeship Coordinator meeting (provided information on nail gun safety and residential construction) 11/3/11	400
   Pittsburgh Regional Building and Construction Trades Council - Business Manager meeting (discussed member involvement in the natural gas industry and provided information on residential construction) 11/18/11	21,000 members represented by Council
   Western PA Operating Engineers Local #66 - Apprenticeship Coordinator meeting (discussed member involvement in the natural gas industry) 11/18/11	5000
   Laborers District Council of Western PA - Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructors meeting meeting (discussed member involvement in the natural gas industry and provided information on residential construction) 11/29/11	400
   Greater Pennsylvania Regional Council of Carpenters - Carpenters Director of Research meeting (discussed member involvement in the natural gas industry) 12/13/11	1000
   Ironworkers Local #3- CAS presented information/training on worker rights/OSHA policies/construction standards at two Journeymen Level training classes (OSHA 30 hr and Cranes/Rigging) 1/30/12	60
   Greater Pennsylvania Regional Council of Carpenters - Carpenters Training Director, Training Coordinator, and a Training Instructor meeting (Provided information on residential construction) 2/7/12	100
   Pittsburgh Regional Building and Construction Trades Council - Business Manager meeting (provided information on Workers Memorial Day) 4/5/12	21,000
   Ironworkers Local #3 Annual Outstanding Apprenticeship Competition and Construction Professional Day 4/13/12	250
   Western PA Operating Engineers Local #66 - Apprenticeship Coordinator meeting (Provided information on heat stress and fall protection) 5/9/12	180 apprentices 7000 total members
   Bricklayers and Allied Crafts Local #9 - Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructor meeting (Provided information on heat stress and fall protection) 5/9/12	100 apprentices 3000 total members
   Plasterers Local #31 - Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructors meeting (Provided information on heat stress and fall protection) 5/10/12	5 apprentices 180 total members
   Cement Masons Local #526 - Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructor meeting (Provided information on heat stress and fall protection) 5/10/12	17 apprentices 525 total members
   IBEW Local #5 - Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructors meeting (Provided information on heat stress and fall protection) 5/10/12	400 apprentices 3200 total members
   Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers Local #37 - Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructor meeting (Provided information on heat stress and fall protection) 5/10/12	47 apprentices 270 total members
   Greater Pennsylvania Regional Council of Carpenters Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructors Meeting and Annual Design & Build Carpenter Competition Day (Provided information on heat stress and fall protection) 5/11/12	900 apprentices 9000 total members
   TOTAL	21,000 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
ALLENTOWN AREA OFFICE
OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
AND
LEHIGH CAREER AND TECHNICAL INSTITUTE

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Lehigh Career and Technical Institute (LCTI) hereby renew their Alliance signed on November 17, 2005 and renewed on March 27, 2008. This renewal agreement fully incorporates all of the terms of the November 17, 2005 agreement and the renewal agreement, which are continuing in nature.

OSHA and LCTI continue to recognize the value of maintaining a collaborative relationship to foster safer and more healthful workplaces. OSHA and LCTI remain committed to cooperative and proactive efforts to advance workplace safety and health especially by continuing to provide LCTI members, including staff and students, and others with information, guidance, and access to training resources that will help them protect the health and safety of workers. Through the Alliance, the organizations will continue to address various hazards including but not limited to: respiratory hazards, life safety issues, machine guarding, construction related hazards, food processing/preparation, healthcare, material logistics and landscaping. In renewing this Alliance, OSHA and LCTI 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 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 continue to meet to develop a plan of action, determine working procedures, and identify the roles and responsibilities of the participants. In addition, they will meet at least three times per year to track and share information on activities and results in achieving the goals of the Alliance. OSHA team members will include representatives of the Allentown Area 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 two 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 signatories.
 

SMC BUSINESS COUNCILS
ANNUAL ALLIANCE REPORT
August 6, 2004

1. Alliance Background
   
   Date Signed
   
   March 11, 2003
   
   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
   Contributors
   Darlaine Taylor	Century Steel

Evaluation Period

March 11, 2003 until March 18, 2004 (This Alliance pre-dates the Alliance Directive June 10, 2004).

2. Implementation Team Meetings

March 11, 2003: In-person, Pittsburgh Area Office       June 18, 2003: Conference Call   August 18, 2003: Conference Call         March 18, 2004: In-person, Crafton, PA

3. Events and Products
   
   Training and Education
   
   January 15, 2004 – Training OSHA Policies, Common Cited Standards, & Recordkeeping
   
   Outreach and Communication
   
   February 10, 2004 – Pre-Construction meeting with Abate-Irwin on Fall Protection
   
   Bill Ligetti and member company representatives called approximately twice a month for discussion on standards and policy information relating to their perspective work sites.
   
   Promoting the National Dialogue on Workplace Safety and Health
   
   N/A
    
4. Results
   
   The training presentation and pre-construction meeting were well received. The attendees expressed the information would be valuable in assisting them in promoting and providing improved safe and healthful working conditions at construction sites. In addition, the number of phone calls received discussing various safety and health issues indicate employer representatives are becoming more open to have a meaningful dialogue for the exchange of information relating to safety and health issues at their construction sites.
    

Note: The individuals in attendance at each activity represent companies with many employees that would be directly effected by the safety and health information provided.

5. Upcoming Milestones
   
   The Alliance is looking into an event involving roundtable discussions 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

THE PITTSBURGH AREA OFFICE (OSHA)
And the
CONSTRUCTORS ASSOCIATION OF WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA
December 15, 2016

1. Alliance Background
   1. Date Signed:

      December 19, 2005 Renewed: December 15, 2015

   2. Evaluation Period:

      December 15, 2015 – December 15, 2016

   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
      Jack Mills – President, CAWP (Past)
      George Mezey – President, CAWP (Current)

2. Implementation Team Meetings

   December 15, 2015
   March 23, 2016
   July 22, 2016
   October 28, 2016
   December 13, 2016

   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
   Meeting	RA stakeholder meeting with representatives from P.J. Dick, Mascaro, Constructors Association of W. PA (CAWP), and the Master Builders Association of W. PA (MBA).	Construction Safety and Health Programs/Systems Fall Prevention Heat Stress Small Business	12
   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 DRA presented an OSHA update as the closing Keynote speaker and held a Q&A session.	Worker Rights Employer Rights and Responsibilities Construction Oil & Gas Fall Prevention Heat Stress Safety and Health Programs/Systems Recordkeeping Temporary Workers Hazard Communication Small Business	20
   Meeting	Meeting with Director of Industry Relations and the Laborer's Union Apprenticeship School Director of Training/Instructor to discuss upcoming Fall Stand Down activities and the new Silica standard was discussed.	Fall Prevention Silica Construction
   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
   Speech/Presentation Training	Laborers District Council of Western Pennsylvania – As part of the fall stand down, the CAS and Director of Industry Relations for CAWP, presented information to apprentices and journeymen taking a safety class at the Apprenticeship school. The CAS presented information on fall protection talking points and local fatality statistics. In addition, worker rights and employer responsibilities were discussed. The Director for Industry Relation for CAWP presented information associated with a free app used for fall protection training.	Worker Rights Fall Prevention Construction Youth Workers (Union Apprentices)	20
   Exhibit Speech/Presentation	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. 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	CAWP sponsored and hosted a "Highway Work Zone Training" conducted by AGC of America trainers through the support of a Susan Hardwood Grant. One event was in conjunction with the Operator Engineers Apprenticeship school and the other at the CAWP office. The audience being trained included company representatives, union representatives and Pgh AO reps (AAD & CSHOs). The event was well received and gave the local OSHA representatives an opportunity to increase their knowledge base and interact in a positive environment with stakeholders.	Construction Workzone Safety Fall Prevention Heat Stress	100
   Meeting Dissemination	Meeting with CAWP Director of Industry Relations. New guidance on recordkeeping standard and Safety & Health Management Systems were discussed and referenced on OSHA's Website.	Recordkeeping Safety and Health Programs/Systems
   Training	CAWP sponsored and promoted a variety training classes/workshops/webinars throughout the past year covering the following topics: OSHA 10 Hour; Silica Standard; First Aid/CPR/AED/Blood Borne Pathogens; Confined Space Entry – Competent Person; Rigging; Flagger Train-The Trainer; Defensive Driving; PEC SafeLand USA; Mobile Crane Management; Workzone Safety; Bid-well Machine Operations; DOT Compliance; Active Shooter Training; Wellness & Drug Testing; FLSA “Overtime” Rule.	Construction Silica Workzone Safety Oil & Gas Worker Rights	700
   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), 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 106 sites.	Fall Prevention	1497
   Training	CAWP and MBA sponsored a Silica Workshop for member representatives and applicable union representatives. 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	170
   Dissemination Training Meetings	Meetings with CAWP Director of Industry Relations, Member Representative and Simcoach Representatives for the development of a CAWP fall protection training APP for bridge/highway construction. The meetings consisted of soliciting information/suggestion for development and playing/testing the APP offering feedback for improvements prior to final release. The APP known as “Harness Hero: Bridge Edition” The APP was released in mid-November and is available for use. [Note: This App is CAWP property – solely purchased and owned by CAWP through a contract with Simcoach. The CAS participated in meetings and a test group. No OSHA funding or official endorsement was provided]	Construction Fall Prevention	500 (Approximate Downloads as of report date)
   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
   Dissemination Training Meetings	Meetings with CAWP Director of Industry Relations, Member Representative and Simcoach Representatives for the development of a CAWP fall protection training APP for bridge/highway construction. The meetings consisted of soliciting information/suggestion for development and playing/testing the APP offering feedback for improvements prior to final release. The APP known as “Harness Hero: Bridge Edition” The APP was released in mid-November and is available for use. [Note: This App is CAWP property – solely purchased and owned by CAWP through a contract with Simcoach. The CAS participated in meetings and a test group. No OSHA funding or official endorsement was provided]	Construction Fall Prevention	500 (Approximate Downloads as of report date)
   Training Dissemination	CAWP members conducted fall protection safety stand downs at 106 sites.	Fall Prevention	1497
   Training	CAWP sponsored and promoted a variety training classes/workshops/webinars throughout the past year covering the following topics: OSHA 10 Hour; Silica Standard; First Aid/CPR/AED/Blood Borne Pathogens; Confined Space Entry – Competent Person; Rigging; Flagger Train-The Trainer; Defensive Driving; PEC SafeLand USA; Mobile Crane Management; Workzone Safety; Bid-well Machine Operations; DOT Compliance; Active Shooter Training; Wellness & Drug Testing; FLSA “Overtime” Rule.	Construction Silica Workzone Safety Oil & Gas Worker Rights	700
   Training	CAWP sponsored and hosted a "Highway Work Zone Training" conducted by AGC of America trainers through the support of a Susan Hardwood Grant. One event was in conjunction with the Operator Engineers Apprenticeship school and the other at the CAWP office. The audience being trained included company representatives, union representatives and Pgh AO reps (AAD & CSHOs). The event was well received and gave the local OSHA representatives an opportunity to increase their knowledge base and interact in a positive environment with stakeholders.	Construction Workzone Safety Fall Prevention Heat Stress	100
   Training Dissemination	CAWP members conducted fall protection safety stand downs at 106 sites.	Fall Prevention	1497
   Speech/Presentation Training	Laborers District Council of Western Pennsylvania – As part of the fall stand down, the CAS and Director of Industry Relations for CAWP, presented information to apprentices and journeymen taking a safety class at the Apprenticeship school. The CAS presented information on fall protection talking points and local fatality statistics. In addition, worker rights and employer responsibilities were discussed. The Director for Industry Relation for CAWP presented information associated with a free app used for fall protection training.	Worker Rights Fall Prevention Construction Youth Workers (Union Apprentices)	20
   Exhibit Speech/Presentation	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. 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	CAWP and MBA sponsored a Silica Workshop for member representatives and applicable union representatives. 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	170
   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
   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 the three safety alerts on product defects relating to vehicles, energy absorbers used on horizontal lifelines, and ladder safety climbing devices. The Director of Industry relations distributes the alerts to the Safety Committee via e-mail.	Fall Prevention Construction
   TOTAL			39,694

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
THE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (OSHA)
ERIE AREA OFFICE, REGION III
and
ERIE INSTITUTE of TECHNOLOGY
August 1, 2019

1. Alliance Background

   1. Date Signed: June 13, 2013

   2. Dates Renewed: June 13, 2017

   3. Evaluation Period: June 13, 2018 — June 13, 2019

   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 21, 2018
   • April 2, 2019

   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	Description	Emphasis Area(s)*	Number Reached (numeric value)	Additional Information (Optional)
   OSHA Tools and Resources	8/16/18	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	100

   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 (if applicable)	City	State	Emphasis Area(s)*	Number Reached (numeric value)	Additional Information (Optional)
   Presentation	8/6/18	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 & Sound Week, Silica, Small Business, Temporary Workers, Trenching, Walking-Working Surfaces, Young Workers	30
   Presentation	11/1/18	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	80
   Presentation	2/8/19	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	40

Report Prepared by: Mark Harmon, Compliance Assistance Specialist, Erie Area Office, August 1, 2019

RENEWAL AGREEMENT ESTABLISHING AN ALLIANCE
BETWEEN
THE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
AND
THE IRONWORKER EMPLOYERS ASSOCIATION OF WESTERN
PENNSYLVANIA, INC.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Ironworker Employer Association of Western Pennsylvania, Inc, hereby renew the Alliance agreement signed on March 11, 2003. OSHA and the IWEA of Western Pennsylvania, Inc. continue to recognize the value of collaborative efforts to achieve workplace safety. OSHA and the IWEA of Western Pennsylvania, Inc. remain committed to cooperative and proactive efforts to advance workplace safety and health. In renewing this Alliance, OSHA and the IWEA of Western Pennsylvania, Inc. recognize that OSHA's State Plan and Consultation Protect 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 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.
 

ANNUAL ALLIANCE REPORT
Philadelphia Area Office
Philadelphia Area Office ~ American Mushroom Institute
December 22, 2009

1. Alliance Background
   
   Date Signed: September 28, 2007
   
   Date Renewed: October 27, 2009
   
   Alliance Overview.
   
   The AMI/OSHA Alliance goal is to develop and provide training and education programs for the mushroom growing industry to prevent falls and amputations, and to reduce or eliminate chemical, electrical and physical hazards. Other goals include the development and implementation of effective safety and health programs and providing expertise in communicating safety and health information to employers and employees. As a result of the Alliance’s measurable success the agreement was renewed for an additional two years.
   
   Implementation Team Members.
   
   Committee Members:
   
   Eugene Richard – AMI/CAC
   James Touey – OSHA
   Rick Wright – To – Jo Mushrooms
   Daniel Beltran – Masda Mushrooms
   Eric Dunlap – KAOLIN Mushrooms
   John Hillard – Giorgi Mushoom Co.
   Peter Gray – Phillips Mushroom Farm
   Bill Green – Phillips Mushroom Farm
   Monica Rocha – Country Fresh Mushroom Co.
   Joanne Osborne – S & P Conveyors Inc.
   Viviana Cordero – C. P. Yeatman & Son
   Jerry Yeatman – C. P. Yeatman & Son
   Chris Alonzo – Pietro Industries
   James Howard – Country Fresh Mushroom Co
   Sam Wilson – Needhams Mushroom Farm
   Linda Musser – Country Fresh Mushroom Co.
   Saloman Ortiz – S & P Conveyors Inc.
   Dan Leo – John C. Leo & Son
   Ruth Schultz- Kaolin Mushroom Union
   
   Contributors:
   
   Albert D’Imperio – Area Director, OSHA Philadelphia Area Office
   Magnolia Torres, OSHA Compliance Safety & Health Officer
   Barbara Bray, OSHA Region III Resource Technician
   Joseph McKeefery, Wage & Hour
   Laura Phelps – President AMI
   Don Needham – Chairman of CAC
   Ed Leo – Owner of John C. Leo & Son
   Dave Carroll – President of Giorgi Mushroom
   Bill Barber – Giorgi Mushroom
   Eric Lorenz - Penn State University Sr. Extension Associate Pesticide Education
   
    
2. Implementation Team Meetings
   
   Implementation Meeting held at the American Mushroom Institute facility located in Avondale (Kennett Square), PA.
   
   Second Year of Alliance- First Alliance Quarterly Meeting held on January 8, 2009, at the American Mushroom Institute’s facility in Kennett Square
   
   Second Year of Alliance- Second Quarterly Meeting held on February 5, 2009, at the American Mushroom Institute’s facility in Kennett Square
   
   Second Year of Alliance - Third Alliance Quarterly Meeting held on April 23, 2009, at the American Mushroom Institute’s facility in Kennett Square
   
   Second Year of Alliance- Fourth Alliance Quarterly Meeting held on July 30, 2009 at the American Mushroom Institute’s facility in Kennett Square
   
    
3. Activities and Products
   
   Evaluation Period:
   
   The evaluation covers from the time frame of September 28, 2008 through September 28, 2009.
   
   Events and Products
    
   • Training and Education
     
     November 8, 2008, CAS provided a training session to the AMI for the Alliance Members. A Power Point presentation was conducted covering: Introduction to OSHA and the Inspection Process, Working with OSHA through Cooperative Programs, Most Frequently Cited Standards in the Farming Industry
     
     On February 5, 2009 CAS provided a training session at the AMI for the Alliance Group Members. A Power-point presentation was conducted covering: Electrical Hazards, Confined Space Programs and OSHA’s Multi-Employer Citation Policy
     
     May 28, 2009, Alliance Group Meeting to discuss the agenda for the Second Annual Alliance Breakout Session
      
   • Outreach and Communication
      
     • On November 12, 2008, a meeting was conducted with representatives of the American Mushroom Institute and the Farmworkers Health and Safety Institute. The discussions were predicated on potentially utilizing resources and reference information that had been previously generated by the Friends of Farmworkers Group through an OSHA Susan Hardwood Grant.
        
     • On June 18, 2009, the AMI/OSHA Alliance conducted their Second Annual Alliance Break-out Session”. Topics for the full day event included presentations by OSHA representatives on “Navigating the OSHA Web-site”, as well as “SST Selection for Programmed Inspections”. Additional presentations were provided by AMI representatives covering “Recordkeeping” and “Pick-light Electrical Safety”. There were also two guest speakers, a Department of Labor Wage & Hour representative provided an update on his agency and a Penn State Instructor provided guidance on Hazard Communications in the Agriculture Industry.
        
   • Promoting the National Dialogue on Workplace Safety and Health
      
     • Four articles have been published by Alliance members in the American Mushroom Institute’s National Monthly Magazine “Mushroom News” from September of 2008 to September 2009.
        
     • November 2008- Article “Goals of the Alliance Set” Eugene Richards, AMI
        
     • March, 2009 – Article “Be Prepared in the Event That You Have an OSHA Inspection”. What programs OSHA looks for during an inspection. Eugene Richards, AMI.
        
     • February 2009- Article “First Aid” Medical Surveillance, First Aid Training requirements, preparing your worksite Eugene Richards, AMI
        
     • September – 2009- Article “June Meeting Draws a Crowd” Article talks about the Second Annual AMI/OSHA Alliance Break-Out Session” Sara Manning Mushroom News/AMI
4. Results
   
   The Alliance had an extraordinary second year. The implementation team has continued to be enthusiastic about the unlimited potential of the cooperative program. The Alliance group has continued to voluntarily provide their respective injury/illness data for the second year in a row. This statistical information has allowed the industry to share in trends and has developed a reliable focus for the alliance. The continued gathering of this information will develop a measurable base-line for the industry employers to be compared to in future years. Additionally, the injury illness information gathered to date has allowed for the AMI Alliance Members to begin focusing on the development of sample OSHA S & H Programs which are pertinent to the Mushroom Growing industry. The Alliance group has formulated sub-committees which have been tasked with developing these industry specific programs.
    

   Type of Activity (Conference, Training, Print and Electronic Distribution, etc.)	Number of Individuals Reached or Trained
   AMI Alliance Group Training Session– Electrical Safety , Confined Space Power Point Presentation	15 Trained – Effecting 1000 employees
   AMI Alliance Group Training Session: Introduction to OSHA and the Inspection Process, Working with OSHA through Cooperative Programs, Most Frequently Cited Standards in the Farming Industry	15 Trained – Effecting 1000 employees
   Alliance Group Break-out Session	50 Trained – Effecting 10,000 employees
   TOTAL: 3	60 Trained – Effecting 12,000 employees

   
    The work of the group also has a major impact on the Mushroom industries’ Hispanic Workforce. It is estimated that 90% of the estimated 12,000 employee workforce in this industry are Hispanic.
    
5. Upcoming Milestones
   
   The focus of the Alliance’s third year is to continue to develop sample safety programs that are Mushroom Industry specific. The Alliance Group is on target to issue four sample programs in the next year. The group has already developed a sample Personal Protective Equipment program which is in the process of being disseminated and intends to produce a sample LOTO Program, Hazard Communications and Powered Industrial Truck program in this year, and a variety of other programs in the next two years of the agreement.
   
   Report Prepared by: James Touey Compliance Assistance Specialist
   
   For more information, contact the Office of Outreach Services and Alliances at 202-693-2340 or go to OSHA.

ANNUAL ALLIANCE REPORT
ALLENTOWN AREA OFFICE
THE LEHIGH CAREER AND TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
January 13, 2014

1. Alliance Background

   Date Signed:

   August 23, 2003

   Date Signed:

   August 23, 2005, March 27, 2008, April 19, 2010, September 6, 2012

   Alliance Overview:

   The Alliance was formed to provide Lehigh Career and Technical Institute (LCTI) students, staff members and others, including public and private volunteer members of the Safety Occupational Advisory Council (Safety OAC) with information, guidance, and access to training resources in order to provide safety and health education to staff and students (youth entering the workforce) and to help promote, protect and on the LCTI campus.

   Implementation Team Members:

   • David Lapinsky^*/Tim Rushton LCTI
   • Daniel Kotran, LCTI
   • Linda Pacifico, LCTI
   • Scott G. Shimandle, USDOL/Allentown Area Office
   • Claude Kohl, retired
   • Craig Berrier, Alvin H. Butz, Inc.
   • Tyrone Reed, Alvin H. Butz, Inc.
   • Mark Lapos, Parkland High School
   • Christine Sullivan-Reitz, American Millwork & Cabinetry
   • Bill Horn, Lutron Inc
   • James Casey, Praxair Distribution, Inc.
   • Tom Civic, Merck Sharpe and Dohme
   • Steve Hughes, Uline
   • Frank Baxter, Skanska USA
   • Jordan Hanna, Amazon
   • Kathyrn Hertzog, Lehigh Valley Health Network
   • Edward Kresge, retired
   • Richard Warner, Lehigh Carbon Community College
   •  
2. Implementation Team Meetings
   • October 19, 2012 - Safety Occupational Advisory Council Meeting
   • December 20, 2012 - Safety Occupational Advisory Council Meeting
   • January 17, 2013 - Safety Occupational Advisory Council Meeting
   • February 21, 2013 - Safety Occupational Advisory Council Meeting
   • April 18, 2013 - Safety Occupational Advisory Council Meeting

3. Activities and Products

   Evaluation Period.

   April 2012 through April 18, 2013.

   Alliance Activity.

   • Training and Education

     September 21, 2012 - Safety and Health Issues for the Pre-Emerging Engineering Program. OSHA presentation was conducted for a class of Pre-Engineering students and their instructor. These students are conducting job shadowing activities at several workplaces in the Lehigh Valley and are currently pursuing carriers in the Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical, and Architectural Engineering fields. Topics covered during this presentation included emergency action plans, safe egress, personal protective equipment, hazardous chemicals, first-aid, lockout/tagout of hazardous energy, confined spaces and construction hazards.

     December 12, 2012 - Residential Fall Protection for the Construction Industry. OSHA presentation was conducted by Glenn Kerschner, CSHO and Area Office CAS for two classes of Carpentry Program students and their instructors. Topics covered during this presentation included OSHA inspection activities, roofing work, including trusses, ladder safety, fall protection equipment, scaffold safety and equipment inspections.

     February 25, 2103 - Occupational Safety and Health Issues in the Retail Industry for the Retail and Marketing Program. These two OSHA presentations (morning class and afternoon class) were conducted by the Area Office’s CAS with various topics discussed including workplace violence, ladder safety, walking-working surfaces, chemicals, evacuation and injury/illness reporting.

     March 20, 2013 - Residential Fall Protection for the Construction Industry. NOTE: Repeat OSHA presentation - new school year with new students. This discussion was conducted by Glenn Kerschner, CSHO for two classes of Carpentry Program students and their instructors at the House Project. Topics covered during this presentation included OSHA inspection activities, roofing work, including trusses, ladder safety, fall protection equipment, scaffold safety and equipment inspections.

   • Outreach and Communication

     Over this past year, there has been four outreach events conducted by the Allentown Area Office (AAO) at the school.

     During the numerous Safety OAC meetings, various safety and health topics were discussed and since many of the members of the Council are from the "private sector", the various issues, ideas, and control strategies are communicated not just within the school but to those employers who permit their safety and health professionals to actively participate on this committee. Note: Several new members have been added to the Safety OAC, which has now expanded the opportunity for both the school to broaden its knowledge with new safety and health initiatives and also provides OSHA the opportunity to communicate and disseminate safety and health information to new stakeholders.

     The Safety Occupational Advisory Council Meetings, which are held throughout the school year, discussed and reviewed numerous safety and health programs, policies and activities. A description (beyond the review and approval of previous meeting minutes) is as follows:

     October 19, 2012 - At this meeting discussion focused on decrease in injuries and illnesses, revisions being made to the safety and health checklists, the self-audit of the Auto-Body lab, transition of electronic MSDSs, meeting and tour of school by local; fire and emergency medical support responders, new facility evacuation maps, notification by ISO Auditor - "no other school in the state can match what LCTI does with the safety inspection process and OSHA involvement", review of the safe school surveys, update on residential construction changes/emphasis and discussion on renewal of OSHA Alliance agreement. Safety and health activities were reviewed and discussed for Carpentry; Fitness Center; Culinary; Cosmetology; Early Care & Education of Young Children; Auto Technology; Diesel Medium & Heavy Truck Technology; Automated Manufacturing Center; AP Building Trades Maintenance and Foods.

     December 20, 2012 - At this meeting one new member was introduced and welcomed to the Council. Discussions focused on the schools’ Workplace Safety Committee, their activities and function, safety checklist for Plumbing and Carpentry, machinery designed for fixed locations, recordable injuries, ladders and stairways, specifically breaks of over 19 inches, fire alarm and evacuation procedure and respiratory protection use and fitting. Safety and health activities were reviewed and discussed for Indoor/Outdoor Maintenance; Auto-Body/Collision and Repair; Auto Specialization; Center for Automated Manufacturing; Landscape Construction / Environmental Design; Floral Design/Greenhouse Management; Heavy Equipment Operations & Preventive Maintenance; Material Handling/Logistics Technology; and Material Handling.

     January 17, 2013 - After approval of the previous months’ minutes, discussion focused on revising the recordable injury report to include follow-ups and medical referrals, Job Safety Analysis, taking the safety checklists for the independent labs and having a cross-reference to the OSHA standard as a possible hyperlink for quick/easy access, flammable/combustible liquid storage procedure, a review of the code requirements for fire safety at LCTI and possible buddy system for office personnel during evacuations. Safety and health activities were reviewed and discussed for Print Technology; Electrical Technology; Weatherization and Alternative Energy Maintenance; Chemistry, Biology, Earth & Space Science; Physics; and Advertising Design and Commercial Art.

     February 21, 2013 - Approval of previous months’ minutes, discussion on hand/finger injuries and the need to focus on glove safety, flammable/combustible storage procedure, review of labs and theory rooms audited over the last several years and the findings during these audits. Safety and health activities were reviewed and discussed for Laundry; Building Trades; Marketing; Electrical; Masonry; Health Occupations; Dental; Computer Maintenance; Administrative Office Technology; Web Design; Hospitality; Commercial Baking and Pre‐Engineering.

     April 18, 2013 - At this meeting, topics covered included a discussion on the accident investigation form used at LCTI, clearances around emergency equipment e-stops and fire extinguishers, glove usage for many of the labs (and activities when gloves would not be appropriate), Material Safety Data Sheet (now SDS) inventory, door locks, emergency maps and the updated fire evacuation procedure. Safety and health activities were reviewed and discussed for Cabinetmaking, Cafeteria; Early Care and Ed. Of Young Children; Home Health; Science; Commercial Photography/Electronic Imaging, Drafting/Computer Aided Design; Electromechanical/Mechatronics; Electronics Technology/Nanofabrication; Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration; Law Enforcement Security Systems; Painting and Decorating; Precision Machine Tool Technology and Welding Technology.

   • Promoting the National Dialogue on Safety and Health

     During this evaluation period, there was no specific effort by this OSHA office in promoting the national dialogue on safety and health with Career and Technical Institutions. However, staff and faculty of LCTI and members of the Safety Advisory Council continue to promote safety and health curriculum and school safety at the various Administrator and other Occupational Advisory Council meetings.

     Alliance Products.

     During this evaluation period, PowerPoint presentations have been created and/or modified for the specific topics/subject matter listed above.

     As noted above new PowerPoint presentations were developed/modified and used locally.

     • Training and Education
     • Outreach and Communication

4. Results

   The Alliance activities and products created during the reporting period have enhanced the safety performance and culture throughout the entire school. This is evident by the institutionalization of the standardized self-inspection process that is fairly comprehensive in subject matter, yet individualized for each specific vocational area of study (i.e. commercial baking, health services, carpentry, welding, plumbing, …). Students have been given the responsibility to inspect their laboratory (two times per month) to look for (and when found mitigate) hazardous conditions.

   The table below lists each of the activities conducted and the number of individuals reached or trained during the reporting period.

   Type of Activity (Conference, Training, Print and Electronic Distribution, etc.)	Number of Individuals Reached or Trained
   Presentation - Safety and Health Issues for the Pre-Emerging Engineering Program (9/21/12)	4 Students & 1 Instructor
   Meeting - Safety OAC (10/19/12)	14 Committee Members
   Presentation - Residential Fall Protection - Carpentry (12/12/12) - 2 Sessions	58 Students & 2 Instructors
   Meeting - Safety OAC (1/17/13)	10 Committee Members
   Meeting - Safety OAC (2/21/13)	8 Committee Members
   Presentation - Safety and Health Issues in the Retail Industry - Marketing and Retail (2/25/13) - 2 sessions	55 Students and 1 Instructor
   Presentation - Residential Fall Protection - Carpentry (3/20/13) - 2 sessions	50 Students and 2 Instructors
   Meeting - Safety OAC (4/18/13)	11 Committee Members
   TOTAL	226 directly 3,000 indirectly - all students and staff at LCTI

   C. The only issue that has some bearing on the Alliance’s implementation is that the Safety OAC only meets during the school year. Therefore, the insight, technical assistance and expansion of safety and health promotion beyond the school may be somewhat limited. However, the AAO CAS continues to be in constant contact with LCTI officials throughout the entire year, as Building Maintenance and Services are year round.

5. ^*Upcoming Challenges

   The Safety Occupational Advisory Council (OAC) has experienced some attendance issues, as many of the Council members have been finding it difficult to attend these meetings on a routine and regular basis. Although the Safety OAC calendar is prepared and disseminated early in the academic school year, the private sector (and government) work priorities and schedules are not always compatible. To address this issue, several new members have been added, as some members have not been actively participating and/or have retired. Case in point, the Co-Implementation Team Leader, David Lapinsky, Director or Career and Technical Education has since retired (June 3013) and his replacement, Dr. Tim Rushton, is currently being acclimatized to the school and the multitude of Occupational Advisory Councils. The challenge moving forward will be to have a core group of Council members in attendance to assist in addressing any of the safety and health concerns at LCTI.

Report Prepared by: Scott G. Shimandle, OSHA Allentown Area Office , Compliance Assistance Specialist (CAS )

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