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Region 1 - Alliance Agreement - December 17, 2019


Region 1 - Alliance Agreement - December 17, 2019

AGREEMENT ESTABLISHING AN ALLIANCE
BETWEEN
CONCORD AREA OFFICE
THE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
AND
NH GOVERNOR’S OFFICE
AND
RECOVERY FRIENDLY WORKPLACE
AND
WORKWISE NH / OSHA CONSULTATION PROGRAM


The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Concord Area Office, the NH Governor’s Office, Recovery Friendly Workplace (RFW) and WorkWise NH / OSHA Consultation Program recognize the value of establishing a collaborative relationship to foster safer and more healthful American workplaces. To that end, OSHA, the NH Governor’s Office, RFW and Workwise NH hereby form an Alliance to provide healthcare professionals, businesses, trade organizations and others with information, guidance, and access to training resources to help protect workers, particularly by raising awareness of physical well-being and promoting individual wellness for Granite Staters by empowering workplaces to provide support for people recovering from substance use disorders in the community and workplace.

This agreement provides a framework and objectives for the Alliance’s activities. Alliance participants also agree to meet the “Fundamental Requirements for OSHA Alliance Program Participants” and the “Guidelines for OSHA’s Alliance Program Participants: Alliance Products and Other Alliance Projects.”

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 explore and implement options to evaluate the effectiveness and measure the impact of its effort on improving workplace safety. In developing this Alliance, OSHA, the NH Governor’s Office, RFW and WorkWise NH recognize that OSHA’s State Plan partners are an integral part of the OSHA national effort, and that information about the products and activities of the Alliance may be shared for the advancement of common goals.

This Alliance will provide and assist employers with guidance and access to prevention, treatment, training and recovery support services to help prevent substance misuse in the community and workplace through the NH Governor’s Recovery Friendly Workplace (RFW) Initiative. This initiative will promote individual wellness by creating work environments that further mental and physical well-being of employees; proactively preventing substance misuse and supporting recovery from substance use disorders while encouraging healthy and safe working environments where employers, employees, and communities can collaborate to create positive change, eliminate stigma, and support recovery. This alliance will also assist employers and employees to understand the rights of workers and the responsibilities of employers under the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act).

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:

  • Raise awareness of and demonstrate how a commitment to workplace safety and health has a direct connection to overall personal well-being of the person and include an occupational component when authorized trainers for the NH Governor’s Recovery Friendly Workplace (RFW) address groups at membership meetings, training, conferences and trade shows.

Training and Education

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

  • Work with OSHA to disseminate training and education materials on various topics, including, but not limited, to occupational deaths and illnesses by substance misuse, and to communicate such information to small businesses, trade organizations, healthcare service providers, and construction related organizations.

  • To deliver or arrange for the delivery of the NH Governor’s Recovery Friendly Workplace (RFW) initiative while proactively providing prevention and awareness trainings for substance misuse and supporting recovery from substance use disorders in the workplace and community.

Outreach and Communication

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

  • Develop and disseminate information through print and electronic media, including electronic assistance tools and links from OSHA’s, NH Governor’s Recovery Friendly Workplace (RFW) Initiative and State of NH websites.

  • To speak, exhibit, or appear at OSHA’s conferences, local meetings, or other events.

  • Promote and encourage participation in OSHA’s cooperative programs such as compliance assistance and NH Workwise / OSHA Consultation Program.

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

An implementation team made up of representatives of each organization will meet to develop a 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 Concord and Boston Regional Office and any other appropriate offices. OSHA will encourage State Plan States’ participation on the team.

This agreement will remain in effect for two years. Any signatory may terminate it for any reason at any time, provided the signatory terminating gives 30 days’ written notice. This agreement may be modified at any time with the written concurrence of all signatories.

Signed this day of 17 of December, 2019.


Galen Blanton
Regional Administrator
Occupational Safety and Health Administration


Rosemarie Cole
Concord NH Area Director
Occupational Safety and Health Administration


Wayne Hartz
Program Manager
Workwise NH / NH OSHA Consultation


Chris Sununu
Governor
State of New Hampshire


Shannon Breshaw
Program Director
Recovery Friendly Workplace (RFW)


Stephen Gauthier
Safety and Health Champion

Wagner-Meinert LLC Recognized for Outstanding Safety Practices by the State of Tennessee

Wagner-Meinert LLC Recognized for Outstanding Safety Practices by the State of Tennessee


Company: 

Location: Nashville, Tennessee

NAICS Code: 332322 - Sheet Metal Work Manufacturing

Employees: 9 on-site, 150 nationwide

TOSHA Assistant Commissioner Wendy Fisher (center) presents the TOSHA SHARP flag to the employees and management of Wagner-Meinert LLC in Nashville, Tennessee

TOSHA Assistant Commissioner Wendy Fisher (center) presents the TOSHA SHARP flag to the employees and management of Wagner-Meinert LLC in Nashville, Tennessee

Region 3 - Alliance Annual Report - December 19, 2019


Region 3 - Alliance Annual Report - December 19, 2019

ANNUAL ALLIANCE REPORT

THE PITTSBURGH AREA OFFICE (OSHA)
And the
CONSTRUCTORS ASSOCIATION OF WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA
December 19, 2019

  1. Alliance Background

    1. Date Signed

      December 19, 2005 Renewed: December 15, 2015

    2. Evaluation Period

      December 19, 2018 – December 19, 2019

    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
      Joseph F. Casilli – President, CAWP

  2. Implementation Team Meetings

    April 18, 2019
    June 14, 2019
    September 23, 2019
    November 15, 2019
    December 17, 2019

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

  3. Results

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

    Raising Awareness of OSHA’s Rulemaking and Enforcement Initiatives:

    • To share information on OSHA’s National/Regional/Local Emphasis Programs, Regulatory Agenda, and opportunities to participate in the rulemaking process.
    • To share information on occupational safety and health laws and standards, including the rights and responsibilities of workers and employers.
    • To convene or participate in forums, roundtable discussions, or stakeholder meetings on hazards associated with the heavy and highway construction industry to help forge innovative solutions in the workplace or to provide input on safety and health issues.
    • To encourage worker participation in workplace safety and health by working with member contractors, subcontractors and the heavy and highway joint union apprenticeship committees to promote workplace safety through informational materials, discussions, meetings, organizational events, and training.
    Activity Type Activity Name/Summary OSHA Areas of Emphasis Supported Number Reached
    Dissemination
    Training
    Region III “Focus Four Hazards” Campaign – Throughout this evaluation, the CAS has e-mailed the tool box talks on the Focus Four Hazards (Falls, Electrocutions, Struck by, Caught-in/between). The campaign was to raise awareness in the recognition, evaluation, and control of these hazards. CAWP members utilized information for training at jobsites. Construction
    Struck-By Hazards
    Electrocutions
    Caught-in/Between
    Fall Prevention
    4000
    Speech/Presentation
    Exhibit
    Training
    The Mid-Atlantic Safety and Health Alliance held its annual conference. CAWP promotes this event annually through their website. The CAWP Director of Industry Relations 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 opening 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
    Silica
    Small Business
    20
    Meetings
    Dissemination
    Speech/Presentation
    Training
    The Constructors Association of Western Pennsylvania is represented on all heavy and highway union joint apprenticeship committees operating in western Pennsylvania. The Association accomplishes this by appointing contractor members to each of these programs, which include the following trade unions: Carpenters, Cement Masons, Laborers, Operating Engineers, and Pile Drivers. In addition, a training fund is used for education of Teamsters. These committees are responsible for providing skilled construction workers through apprenticeship and training programs. Safety and Health information is promoted, supported and conveyed through these programs.
    CAS meets with the Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructors of the CAWP applicable construction trades unions. CAS presented/discussed OSHA update information. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and OSHA inspection activities and initiatives were discussed.
    Worker Rights
    Employer Rights and Responsibilities
    Construction
    Silica
    Workzone Safety
    Fall Prevention
    Heat Stress
    Young Workers
    (Union Apprentices)
    12,500
    (Total Member Employees)
    Meetings
    Dissemination
    Training
    Stakeholder Meeting - AD, CAS, and DRA met with CAWP Director of Industry Relations, Laborers Apprenticeship Coordinator and Training Director, A tour was given of the facilities, training curriculum was discussed along with workforce development information, and OSHA update information was discussed. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns/questions relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and OSHA inspection activities and initiatives were discussed. Worker Rights
    Employer Rights and Responsibilities
    Construction
    Workforce Development
    10
    Exhibit
    Speech/Presentation
    Dissemination
    Training
    PA One Call Western PA Safety Days (two events) - Pittsburgh Area Office representatives staffed an information table and provided presentations on trenching/excavation safety. 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, silica fall protection, and excavation safety. In addition, CAWP staffed an information table. Construction
    Fall Protection
    Worker Rights
    Employer Rights and Responsibilities
    Heat Stress
    Silica
    300
    Meetings
    Dissemination
    Speech/Presentation
    The Constructors Association of Western Pennsylvania has quarterly Safety and Risk Committee meetings. These meetings not only work on planning future training/educational events, they act as a forum to exchange safety and health technical information and best practices. OSHA update information is presented/discussed during these meetings Construction
    Workzone Safety
    Safety and Health Programs/Systems
    Fall Prevention
    Heat Stress
    Hazard Communication
    Silica
    Oil and Gas
    Small Business
    Recordkeeping
    25
    Training
    Dissemination
    Speech/Presentation
    Fall Stand Down Event at the MSA training Facility - CAWP, IWEA, MBA, and MSA co-sponsored a Fall Stand Down Event at the MSA training Facility – MSA Representatives conducted three fall protection training sessions on horizontal lifeline systems, leading edge work, and harness/self-retracting lifeline inspections. The Pittsburgh Area Office AD and CSHO attended providing Q&A discussion periods throughout various sessions. Construction
    Fall Protection
    30
    Training CAWP sponsored and promoted a variety training classes/workshops/webinars throughout the past year covering the following topics: OSHA 10 -30 Hour; First Aid/CPR/AED/Blood Borne Pathogens; Confined Space Entry – Competent Person; Rigging; Underground Utility Safety; Silica; Flagger Train-The Trainer; Defensive Driving; Workzone Safety; DOT Compliance; Crane Qualification; DOT Driver Safety; NSC on-line Defensive Driving. Construction
    Silica
    Workzone Safety
    Oil & Gas
    Worker Rights
    Trenching/Excavation
    500
    Dissemination
    Training
    CAWP website is utilized to provide safety information and promote the various safety activities the organization conducts. The website has a variety of sections to include but not limited to OSHA Alliance agreement, listing of local fatality statistics, frequently cited standards, Safety Bulletins, Crane Safety (link to OSHA standard, preamble, frequently asked questions), Safety Library of DVDs and Videos, a link to the on-line safety training provided by the AGC of America, Several Apps (i.e. Traffic Controller, Bridge Harness Hero, Future Road Builders), and a Government Affairs Section (updates government actions and encourages member to get involved). In addition, a specific section with the Focus Four Toolbox Talks was available on the website. Construction
    Workzone Safety
    Safety and Health Programs/Systems
    Fall Prevention
    Heat Stress
    Hazard Communication
    Silica
    Oil and Gas
    Small Business
    Recordkeeping
    Trenching/excavation
    15,000
    (Total employees represented by members and associate members)
    Training
    Dissemination
    CAWP members conducted fall protection safety stand downs at 20 sites. Consisting of fall protection toolbox training talks. Fall Prevention 500
           
    Training and Education:
    • To review or provide input on effective training and education programs for member contractors and others regarding hazards associated with the heavy and highway construction industry and to communicate such information to member employers and workers.
    • To review or provide input on effective training and education programs for heavy and highway construction employers and employees to promote an understanding of workers’ rights, including the use of the OSHA complaint process, the responsibilities of employers, and to communicate such information to workers and employers.
    Activity Type Activity Name/Summary OSHA Areas of Emphasis Supported Number Reached
    Meetings
    Dissemination
    Speech/Presentation
    The Constructors Association of Western Pennsylvania has quarterly Safety and Risk Committee meetings. These meetings not only work on planning future training/educational events, they act as a forum to exchange safety and health technical information and best practices. OSHA update information is presented/discussed during these meetings Construction
    Workzone Safety
    Safety and Health Programs/Systems
    Fall Prevention
    Heat Stress
    Hazard Communication
    Silica
    Oil and Gas
    Small Business
    Recordkeeping
    25
    Training
    Dissemination
    CAWP members conducted fall protection safety stand downs at 20 sites. Consisting of fall protection toolbox training talks. Fall Prevention 500
    Training CAWP sponsored and promoted a variety training classes/workshops/webinars throughout the past year covering the following topics: OSHA 10 -30 Hour; First Aid/CPR/AED/Blood Borne Pathogens; Confined Space Entry – Competent Person; Rigging; Underground Utility Safety; Silica; Flagger Train-The Trainer; Defensive Driving; Workzone Safety; DOT Compliance; Crane Qualification; DOT Driver Safety; NSC on-line Defensive Driving. Construction
    Silica
    Workzone Safety
    Worker Rights
    Trench/Excavation
    500
    Dissemination
    Training
    Region III “Focus Four Hazards” Campaign – Throughout this evaluation, the CAS has e-mailed the tool box talks on the Focus Four Hazards (Falls, Electrocutions, Struck by, Caught-in/between). The campaign was to raise awareness in the recognition, evaluation, and control of these hazards. CAWP members utilized information for training at jobsites. Construction
    Struck-By Hazards
    Electrocutions
    Caught-in/Between
    Fall Prevention
    4000
    Exhibit
    Speech/Presentation
    Dissemination
    Training
    PA One Call Western PA Safety Days (two events) - Pittsburgh Area Office representatives staffed an information table and provided presentations on trenching/excavation safety. 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, silica fall protection, and excavation safety. In addition, CAWP staffed an information table. Construction
    Fall Protection
    Worker Rights
    Employer Rights and Responsibilities
    Heat Stress
    Silica
    300
    Training Fall Stand Down Event at the MSA training Facility - CAWP, IWEA, MBA, and MSA co-sponsored a Fall Stand Down Event at the MSA training Facility – MSA Representatives conducted three fall protection training sessions on horizontal lifeline systems, leading edge work, and harness/self-retracting lifeline inspections. The Pittsburgh Area Office AD and CSHO attended providing Q&A discussion periods throughout various sessions. Fall Protection
    Construction
    30
    Meetings
    Dissemination
    Training
    Stakeholder Meeting - AD, CAS, and DRA met with CAWP Director of Industry Relations, Laborers Apprenticeship Coordinator and Training Director, A tour was given of the facilities, training curriculum was discussed along with workforce development information, and OSHA update information was discussed. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns/questions relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and OSHA inspection activities and initiatives were discussed. Worker Rights
    Employer Rights and Responsibilities
    Construction
    Workforce Development
    10
    Exhibit
    Dissemination
    Speech/Presentation
    Training
    The Mid-Atlantic Safety and Health Alliance held its annual conference. CAWP promotes this event annually through their website. The CAWP Director of Industry Relations 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 opening 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
    Silica
    Small Business
    20
    Meetings
    Dissemination
    Speech/Presentation
    Training
    The Constructors Association of Western Pennsylvania is represented on all heavy and highway union joint apprenticeship committees operating in western Pennsylvania. The Association accomplishes this by appointing contractor members to each of these programs, which include the following trade unions: Carpenters, Cement Masons, Laborers, Operating Engineers, and Pile Drivers. In addition, a training fund is used for education of Teamsters. These committees are responsible for providing skilled construction workers through apprenticeship and training programs. Safety and Health information is promoted, supported and conveyed through these programs.

    CAS meets with the Apprenticeship Coordinator/Instructors of the CAWP applicable construction trades unions. CAS presented/discussed OSHA update information. In addition, safety and health issues/concerns relating to OSHA standards/regulatory agenda and OSHA inspection activities and initiatives were discussed.
    Worker Rights
    Employer Rights and Responsibilities
    Construction
    Silica
    Workzone Safety
    Fall Prevention
    Heat Stress
    Young Workers
    (Union Apprentices)
    12,500
    (total member employees)
           
    Outreach and Communication:
    • To develop information on the recognition and prevention of workplace hazards, and to develop ways of communicating such information (e.g., print and electronic media, electronic assistance tools, and OSHA’s and the CAWP Web sites) to employers and workers in the industry.
    • To speak, exhibit, or appear at OSHA’s or CAWP conferences, local meetings, or other applicable events.
    • To share information among OSHA personnel and industry safety and health professionals regarding CAWP good practices or effective approaches through training programs, workshops, seminars, and lectures (or any other applicable forum) developed by the Participants.
    Activity Type Activity Name/Summary OSHA Areas of Emphasis Supported Number Reached
    Meetings
    Speech/Presentations
    Exhibit
    Training
    Dissemination
    All activities in previous sections apply (See Previous sections for reference) Construction
    Safety and Health Programs/Systems
    Fall Prevention
    Heat Stress
    Worker Rights
    Employer Rights and Responsibilities
    Small Business
    Oil & Gas
    Recordkeeping
    Temporary Workers
    Hazard Communication
    Silica
    Workzone Safety
    Youth Workers
    (Union Apprentices)
     
    Dissemination Throughout this evaluation period, the CAS has e-mailed safety alerts on product defects relating to self-retracting lifelines. The Director of Industry relations distributes the alerts to the Safety Committee via e-mail. FFall Prevention
    Construction
    PPE
    12,500
    (total member employees)
    Dissemination
    Training
    Media
    CAWP developed twenty construction apps to raise awareness for youths interested in heavy/highway construction careers. The Apps incorporate applicable construction and safety information. Construction
    Fall Prevention
    Workzone Safety
    Youth
    44,870
    (App downloads )
    TOTAL     44,935

    44,870
    (App downloads)
  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

Region 4 - Alliance Annual Report - October 18, 2019


Region 4 - Alliance Annual Report - October 18, 2019

U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Atlanta Regional Office
61 Forsyth Street, S.W., Room 6T50
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
(678) 237-0400; Fax (678) 237-0447
OSHA Training Institute Education Centers (OTIEC)
Region IV Alliance Annual Report
October 18, 2019


  1. Alliance Background

    1. Date Signed

      September 29, 2015

      Renewal Date

      October 4, 2017

    2. Evaluation Period:

      September 30, 2018, through September 29, 2019

    3. Overview:

      The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Atlanta Regional Office and the OSHA Training Institute Education Centers (OTIECS) in Region IV recognize the value of establishing a collaborative relationship to foster safer and more healthful American workplaces. The OTIEC Alliance is focused on providing students 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 prevalent health and safety hazards in the general and construction industries.

    4. Implementation Team Membership and Contributors

      The implementation team included representatives from the OSHA Regional Office and the OTIECS in Region IV.

      OSHA

      Americo Pagan, Assistant Regional Administrator for Cooperative and State Programs
      Shawndolena Arnold-Postell, Regional Training Specialist
      Kaylene Sherrod-Moore, Regional Program Analyst
      Tom Bosley, Regional Alliance Coordinator

      Region IV - OSHA Training Institute Education Centers (OTIECS)

      Sheryl Foucher, University of Alabama (UA) - OSHA Training Institute Education Center (OTIEC)
      Mylene Kellerman, University of South Florida (USF) - OTI Education Center
      Wendy Laing, North Carolina (NC) State University – Southeastern OTI Education Center
      Bryan Lane, University of Tennessee – Southeastern OTI Education Center
      Tammy Cole, Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) - OTI Education Center
      Myrtle Turner Harris, Georgia Tech - OTI Education Center
      Zach Rhodus, Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) - OTI Education Center
      Bob Jankiewicz, Volunteer State Community College - OTI Education Center

  2. Implementation Team Meetings

    The Alliance group conducted quarterly implementation team meetings by telephone and in person. Throughout this period, the Alliance participants also frequently communicated and coordinated by email.

    • November 5, 2018
    • November 2018 (OTIEC Directors Meeting in Salt Lake City, Utah)
    • April 1, 2019
    • August 8, 2019 (Planning conference call for webinar)
    • September 12, 2019 (Planning conference call for webinar)
  3. Results

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

    Dissemination Type Date Description Emphasis Area(s)* Number Reached (numeric value)
    Dissemination 9/2018 - 9/2019 During this period, the OSHA Region IV Newsletter continued to include a quarterly feature known as "OTIEC Corner." Construction, Ergonomic, Fall Prevention, Hazard Communication/Chemical, Heat Illness Prevention, and Transportation 8,000 (circulation)
    Dissemination 9/2018 - 9/2019 During this period, the University of South Florida (USF) - OTIEC promoted the Alliance through its monthly newsletter. Construction, Ergonomic, Fall Prevention, Hazard Communication/Chemical, Heat Illness Prevention, and Transportation 21, 000 (circulation)
    Dissemination 9/2018 - 9/2019 During this period, the Southeastern OTIEC at NC State University continued to promote workplace safety and health using it bi-monthly newsletter the "Safety Guardian." The newsletter is disseminated to employers and workers across North Carolina, including FFSHC members. Construction, Ergonomic, Fall Prevention, Hazard Communication/Chemical, Heat Illness Prevention, and Transportation 6,000 (circulation)
      6/18 - 20/2019   Construction, Ergonomic, Fall Prevention, Hazard Communication/Chemical, Heat Illness Prevention, and Transportation 400+
    Exhibit, Speech/ Presentation, Dissemination 11/5/2018 thru 8/19/2019 During this period, the OTI Education Centers in Region IV promoted the safety and health campaigns and stand-down conducted by OSHA (local, regional and national events).

    1) Georgia Winter Weather Stand-Down conducted during the week of November 5 - 9, 2018.
    2) Georgia Struck-by Alliance - Annual Safety Stand-Down, April 8 - 12, 2019
    3) Region IV - 2019 Landscaping and Heat Illness Prevention Stand-Down, April 29- 30, 2019
    4) OSHA National Fall Prevention Stand-Down, May 6 - 10, 2019.
    5) OSHA National Trenching Safety Stand-Down, June 17 - 21, 2019.
    6) OSHA Safe and Sound Campaign August 12 - 16, 2019.
    Construction, Fall Prevention, Heat Illness Prevention, Trenching and Excavation and Transportation 1,000+
    Other 09/2018 through 9/2019 The USF - OTIEC coordinated with the OSHA's Atlanta Regional Office and Jacksonville Area Office in an effort to revitalize the North Florida - FFSHC. Construction, Ergonomic, Fall Prevention, Hazard Communication/Chemical, Heat Illness Prevention, and Transportation 15+

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

    Activity Type Date Event Name Representative Name(s) and Affiliation(s) Title Of Presentation (if applicable) City State Emphasis Area(s)* Number Reached (numeric value)
    Training 10/25/2018 *Louisville - FFSHC Meeting The Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) OTIEC supported the Louisville- FFSHC meeting by providing Warehouse Safety Training. Warehouse Safety Training Louisville KY Safety and Health Programs 7 attendees
    Training 11/13/2018 *Middle Tennessee- FFSHC Meeting The Volunteer State Community College OTIEC and the Southeastern OTIEC, represented by the University of Tennessee, supported the group's meeting at the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) Gallatin Fossil Plant. Defensive Driving, Emergency Response and Emergency Planning Murfreesboro TN Safety and Health Programs 15 attendees
    Training 01/09/2019 *North Carolina - FFSHC Meeting The Southeastern OTIEC, represented by North Carolina (NC) State University, supported the group's meeting in Raleigh, North Carolina. Disaster Prepared-ness and Emergency Response Raleigh NC Safety and Health Programs 26 attendees
    Training 02/12/2019 *Middle Tennessee- FFSHC Meeting The Volunteer State Community College OTIEC and the Southeastern OTIEC, represented by the University of Tennessee, supported the group's meeting at the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) Gallatin Fossil Plant. Safety and Heath Training, Event Learning and Career Development Franklin TN Safety and Health Programs 10 attendees
    Training 04/23/2019 *North Carolina - FFSHC Meeting The Southeastern OTIEC, represented by North Carolina (NC) State University, supported the group's meeting in Raleigh, North Carolina. Mold and Electrical Safety Raleigh NC Safety and Health Programs 25 attendees
    Training 04/25/2019 *Louisville - FFSHC Meeting The EKU OTIEC supported the Louisville- FFSHC meeting by providing training focused on effective "stress management." Stress Management Louisville KY Safety and Health Programs 7 attendees
    Training 04/29 - 05/02/2019 Workers Memorial Day The USF - OTIEC conducted the OSHA 7500 course in support of Workers Memorial Day. OTI - 7500 Course, Introduction to Safety and Health Management Wesley Chapel; Jacksonville; Lake Buena Vista; and Ft. Lauderdale. FL Safety and Health Programs 58 attendees
    Training/ Outreach 05/06 - 10/2019 National Fall Prevention Safety Stand-Down During this period, several of the OTI Education Centers in Region IV supported OSHA's National Fall Prevention Stand-Down by conducting the following activities:
    - EKU OTIEC conducted course #7405 - Fall Hazard Awareness in the Construction Industry in Richmond, KY.
    - USF OTIEC conducted course #7405, Fall Hazard Awareness in the Construction Industry, the following locations: Kissimmee, Wesley Chapel, Jacksonville, and Ft. Lauderdale, FL.
    -NC State Southeastern OTIEC conducted a construction forum in Concord and Raleigh, NC
    -Volunteer State Community College - OTIEC coordinated with Curtis Builders, LLC and AMC Safety Consultants to conducted a Fall Protection demonstration in Gallatin, TN.
    Fall Hazard Awareness in the Construction Industry Various KY, FL, NC, and TN Safety and Health Programs, construction and Falls 150+ attendees
    Training 06/07/2019 *South Florida - FFSHC Meeting The University of South Florida OTIEC supported the group's meeting in Miami, FL. OTI - 7500 Course, Introduction to Safety and Health Management Miami FL Safety and Health Programs 25 attendees
    Training 06/17 - 21/2019 National Trenching Safety Stand-Down During this period, several of the OTI Education Centers in Region IV supported OSHA's National Trenching Stand-Down by conducting the following activities:
    - USF OTIEC conducted course #7410, Managing Excavation and Trenching Hazards, in the following locations: Kissimmee; Wesley Chapel; Jacksonville; and Ft. Lauderdale, FL.
    OSHA 7410: Managing Excavation and Trenching Hazards Kissimmee; Wesley Chapel; Jacksonville; and Ft. Lauderdale FL Trenching and Safety and Health Programs 160 attendees
    Training/ Presentation 06/19/2019 US DOL Safety Day On June 19, 2019, the Georgia Tech - OTIEC participated in the U.S. Department of Labor - Safety Day event in support of the Atlanta-FFSHC meeting. N/A Atlanta GA Safety and Health Programs 100 attendees
    Training 08/12 - 18/2019 OSHA Safe and Sound Campaign During this period, several of the OTI Education Centers in Region IV supported the OSHA Safe and Sound Campaign, August 12 - 18, 2019 by conducting the following activities:
    - EKU OTIEC conducted course #7500 - Introduction to Safety and Health Management in Richmond, KY.
    - USF OTIEC conducted course #7500 - Introduction to Safety and Health Management in the following locations: Jacksonville; Wesley Chapel; Orlando; and Ft. Lauderdale, FL.
    - Georgia Tech OTIEC conducted the following seminar courses in Atlanta, GA: OSHA 7100: Introduction to Machinery and Machine Safeguarding; OSHA 7105: Introduction to Emergency Planning; OSHA 7405: Fall Hazard Awareness for the Construction Industry; and EST 8003: Ergonomics and the Control of Musculo-skeletal Disorders.
    N/A Region-wide N/A Safety and Health Programs 360 attendees
    Training 09/12/2019 *Middle Tennessee- FFSHC Meeting The Volunteer State Community College OTIEC and the Southeastern OTIEC, represented by the University of Tennessee, supported the group's meeting. TVA Health and Safety Conference Murfreesboro TN Safety and Health Programs 100+ attendees
    Outreach Event/ Presentation 09/17/2019 *Atlanta- FFSHC Meeting During the Atlanta-FFSHC meeting, a rep. from the Georgia Tech - OTIEC provided an overview regarding its range of services and training programs N/A Atlanta GA Safety and Health Programs 12 attendees
    Outreach Event/ Exhibitor Throughout this Review Period Safety and Health Conferences During the following events, representatives from the OTIECs exhibited and promoted the Alliance, as well as the courses offered by the education centers:
    1) Annual Florida Mining Safety and Health Conference in in Bartow, FL, March 2019
    2) Kentucky Safety and Health Conference and Exposition in Louisville, KY, May 6-9, 2019
    3) American Society of Safety Professional (ASSP) annual conference in New Orleans, LA, June 10 - 12, 2019
    4) On June 18 - 20, 2019, the Region IV - OTIEC's exhibited at the Region IV VPPPA Conference in Chattanooga, Tennessee. During this event, the group promoted the OTIEC Alliance.
    5) Tennessee Safety and Health Congress and Exhibition in Nashville, TN, July 15 - 16, 2019
    6) Florida Worker's Comp Conference in Orlando, FL, August 11-14, 2019
    7) Alabama Governor's Safety and Health Conference, August 26 - 28, 2019
    8) The Atlanta - FFSHC and the Georgia Tech OTIEC were both promoted during the Safety & Risk Management Expo 2019 on August 20, 2019
    9) Georgia Safety, Health and Environmental Conference in Savannah, GA, September 2019
    N/A Region-wide N/A Construction, Ergonomic, Fall Prevention, Hazard Communication/Chemical, Heat Illness Prevention, Transportation, as well as Safety and Health Programs 10,000+ attendees
    Training During this review period Webinar training for FFSHC's During this period, preliminary discussions were conducted with the OTIEC's regarding the development of a training webinar for the FFSHC's. Training Webinar Region-wide N/A Construction, Ergonomic, Fall Prevention, Hazard Communication/Chemical, Heat Illness Prevention, and Transportation. Pending

    *Note: Quarterly Field Federal Safety and Health Council meeting.

Report prepared by Tom Bosley, Region IV Alliance Coordinator

Region 4 - Alliance Annual Report - October 25, 2019


Region 4 - Alliance Annual Report - October 25, 2019

U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Atlanta Regional Office
61 Forsyth Street, S.W., Room 6T50
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
(678) 237-0400; Fax (678) 237-0447
OSHA, Consul General of Guatemala in Atlanta
Region IV Alliance Annual Report
October 25, 2019


  1. Alliance Background

    1. Date Signed

      October 23, 2012

      Renewal Date

      March 15, 2016

    2. Evaluation Period:

      October 24, 2018, through October 23, 2019

    3. Overview:

      The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Consul General of Guatemala in Atlanta formed an Alliance to provide Guatemalan workers throughout the southeast with information, guidance, and access to training resources that will help them protect employees’ health and safety and allow them to exercise their rights fully.

    4. Implementation Team Membership and Contributors:

      The implementation team included representatives from OSHA’s Atlanta-West Area and Regional Offices, as well as the Consul of Guatemala.

  2. Implementation Team Meetings

    Quarterly implementation team meetings were conducted during the following periods:

    • April 29, 2019
    • August 26 – 30, 2019 – Labor Right’s Week
  3. Results of Alliance Activities in Support of Agreement Goals

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

    Dissemination Type Date Description Emphasis Area(s)* Number Reached (numeric value)
    Speech/Presentation April 29, 2019 A representative from OSHA’s Atlanta-East Area Offices conducted a quarterly outreach visit with the Consulate of Guatemala. Construction, Fall Prevention, Hazard Communication/ Chemicals, Heat Illness Prevention, Hispanic/ Latino Worker and Small Business

    100+

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

    Activity Type Date Event Name Representative Name(s) and Affiliation(s) Title Of Presentation (if applicable) City State Emphasis Area(s)* Number Reached (numeric value)
    Exhibit, Presentation & Training August 26 – 30, 2019 Guatemalan Consulate’s Annual Labor Rights Week Marilyn Velez, CAS – Atlanta-West Area Office OSHA’s Atlanta-East and Atlanta-West Area Offices supported the Consulate’s Guatemala Annual Labor Rights Week in Atlanta, Georgia. Atlanta GA Falls, Heat Illness Prevention, Construction and Small Businesses 500+ workers

Report prepared by: Tom Bosley, Region IV Alliance Coordinator

Region 4 - Alliance Annual Report - May 9, 2019


Region 4 - Alliance Annual Report - May 9, 2019

U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Atlanta Regional Office
61 Forsyth Street, S.W., Room 6T50
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
(678) 237-0443; Fax (678) 237-0447
OSHA, Consul General of El Salvador in Atlanta Alliance
Region IV Alliance Annual Report
May 9, 2019


  1. Alliance Background

    1. Date Signed:

      April 10, 2013

      Renewal Date:

      March 15, 2016

    2. Evaluation Period:

      April 11, 2018, through April 10, 2019

    3. Overview:

      The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Consul General of El Salvador in Atlanta formed an Alliance to provide Salvadoran Nationals throughout the southeast with information, guidance, and access to training resources that will help them protect employees’ health and safety and allow them to exercise their rights fully.

  2. Implementation Team Meetings

    • Representatives from OSHA’s Atlanta-East and/or Atlanta-West Area Office communicated with Alliance members from the El Salvadoran Consulate during the following time periods:
      • August 27, 2018
      • February 5, 2019
      • April 5, 2019
    • In addition to these formal meetings, the Alliance coordinators from each organization maintained regular contact throughout the reporting period to monitor the Alliance’s progress and results.
  3. Dissemination: Alliance Program participant shared information on OSHA-developed or OSHA Alliance Program-developed tools and resources, OSHA standards/rulemakings, enforcement, or outreach campaigns.

    Dissemination Type Date Description Emphasis Area(s)* Number Reached (numeric value)
        There was no action to report in this area during FY 2018 - 2019.    

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

    Activity Type Date Event Name Representative Name(s) and Affiliation(s) Title Of Presentation (if applicable) City State Emphasis Area(s)* Number Reached (numeric value)
    Speech & Presentation Review Period Consulate Outreach Visit On the 1st Friday of each month (since October 2015), an OSHA representative conducted a monthly outreach visit with the Consulate of El Salvador.
    • May 2018
    • June 2018
    • July 2018
    • August 2018
    • September 2018
    • October 2018
    • November 2018
    • December 2018
    • April 2019
    “All about OSHA” Atlanta GA Construction, Fall Prevention, Hazard Communication/ Chemicals, Heat Illness Prevention, Hispanic/ Latino Worker and Small Business

    250+

    Speech & Presentation 8/27/18 Labor Rights Week OSHA supported the Consul General of Honduras’ Annual Labor Rights Week event. “All about OSHA” Atlanta GA Construction, Fall Prevention, Hazard Communication/ Chemicals, Heat Illness Prevention, Hispanic/ Latino Worker and Small Business

    100+

Report prepared by Tom Bosley, Regional Alliance Coordinator

Region 3 - Alliance Annual Report - December 16, 2019


Region 3 - Alliance Annual Report - December 16, 2019

ANNUAL ALLIANCE REPORT

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
And the
Pennsylvania OSHA Consultation Program at Indiana University of PA
And the
Lehigh Valley Safety Committee
A Consortium of
Northampton Community College (NCC)
And
The American Society of Safety Engineers
(Lehigh Valley Chapter)

December 16, 2019


  1. Alliance Background

    1. Date Signed

      December 10, 2015

    2. Evaluation Period

      December 16, 2018 – December 15, 2019

    3. Overview:

      The purpose of this Alliance is to continue the efforts in assisting LVSC members and others with information, guidance, and access to training resources that will help them protect the health and safety of workers and understand the rights of workers and the responsibilities of employers under the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act). Through the Alliance, the organizations will continue to address construction hazards, emergency preparedness and planning, hazard recognition and control programs, healthcare industry hazards and work and life wellness programs.

    4. Implementation Team Members

      OSHA

      Scott G. Shimandle, Compliance Asst. Specialist, Allentown Area Office

      Alliance participants

      Thomas Barnowski, Director Corporate & Public Safety, Northampton Comm. College
      Cynthia J. Mellen, Consultant, PA/OSHA Consultation at Indiana University of PA
      Heather Ehritz, Secretary, NCC
      Jennifer Kszak, Center for Business and Industry, NCC
      Lee Cunningham, Vice President – West Side Hammer Electric
      Jenelle Perich, Administrator, KidsPeace
      Monaca Flexer, Environmental/Health/Safety Engineer, Wacker Chemical Corporation
      Linda Sanchez, Loss Control Consultant, Risk Assist
      Scott Parker, EH&S Manager, Brandenburg Industrial Services
      Jodi Simon, Occ. Health Nurse/Workers Comp. Manager, Americold Logistics
      Richard Fetzer, NCC
      Catharine Bliss, NCC
      Tim Duncan, Safety Manager, Sands Casino
      Carissa Eyman, Manager, Environment, Health & Safety, Crayola, LLC
      Scott Appnel, Business/Marketing Manager, LVHN – Popultyics
      Robert Bryson III, Engineering Specialist, Fluortek, Inc.
      Jade Simmers/Ryan Anton, HMK Insurance

  2. Implementation Team Meetings

    • January 15, 2019
    • March 19, 2019
    • April 18, 2019
    • June 11, 2019
    • September 10, 2019
    • November 13, 2019

    February 26, 2019
    April 9, 2019
    May 15, 2019
    August 14, 2019
    October 15, 2019
    December 10, 2019

    In addition to these formal meetings, the Alliance coordinators from OSHA and Northampton Community College maintained regular contact (email and phone calls) throughout the reporting period to monitor the Alliance’s progress, results and future meeting topics.

  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 construction hazards, work and life wellness programs and emergency preparedness to help forge innovative solutions in the workplace or to provide input on safety and health issues.
    Activity Type Activity Name/Summary OSHA Areas of Emphasis Supported Number Reached
    Meetings
    Dissemination
    Over the past year, at every meeting and outreach event (attended), this CAS provided an update on OSHA initiatives (nationally, regionally and locally), standards, trends (injuries, fatalities, violations issued) and regulatory agenda. Silica, Amputations, Construction hazards - falls, struck-by, caught-in and electrical, Temp. Workers, Recordkeeping and Reporting Requirements, Hazard Communication, Safety and Health Programs, Beryllium and Trenching 325

     

    Training and Education:

    To develop effective training and education programs for LVSC members and others regarding construction related hazards, emergency preparedness, healthcare industry hazards and work and life wellness programs, and to communicate such information to constituent employers and workers.

    To deliver or arrange for the delivery of such courses as: Emergency Preparedness, including National Incident Management System and Incident Command Systems; Healthcare industry hazards, including Bloodborne Pathogens and Ergonomic issues; Job Safety Analysis; Construction hazards; Personal Protective Equipment; and Safety Committee operations.

    Activity Type Activity Name/Summary OSHA Areas of Emphasis Supported Number Reached
    Training/Speech
    Presentation
    Meetings
    January 5, 2019 – Musculoskeletal Disorder Prevention and Medical Management (Dr. John Martin)



    Feb. 26, 2019 – (Drug and Alcohol) Reasonable Suspicion At the Workplace
    (Carolyn Lamparella, Ed.S., L.P.C., Preferred EAP LVHN)



    March 19, 2019 – Active Shooter Awareness (Jade Simmers, HMK Insurance, Dave Erickson, Borden Perlman & Tom Barnowski, NCC)



    April 9, 2019 – Manual Material Handling (Stephen Hughes, Uline PA Safety Coordinator)


    April 18, 2019 – All About OSHA
    (NCC and OSHA)

    May 17, 2018 – Safety Workshop/Expo
    Safety Committee Exploration (NCC, PA Dept. of Labor and Industry – Bureau of Workers’ Compensation)



    June 10, 2019 – All About OSHA for the Hospitality Industry (NCC and OSHA)

    June 11, 20189– Implementation Team Meeting: Expo follow-up and future planning discussion



    Aug. 14, 2019 – Safe + Sound Workshop
    Safety, Leadership & the Value of Engagement (NCC, OSHA, Crayola LLC, Brandenburg Industrial Services, and Flourtek Inc.)




    Sept. 10, 2019 – Safety Training Evaluation Profile (ABC – STEP) presented by Billy Hurst (Worth & Company)



    October 15, 2019 – Medical Emergencies in the Workplace (Suzanne Cochran, Genus Lifesciences Inc.)



    Nov. 13, 2019 – Risk Assessment and Management (Ryan Anton - HMK Insurance)


    Dec. 10, 201 – Holiday Safety – Griswold Style (Jesse Hassan - Avantor & Carl Flesher - Dorney Park)
    Ergonomics



    Safety & Health Programs, Accident Investigations


    Safety/Health Program, Emergency Action



    Ergonomics


    Safety/Health Training


    Safety and Health
    Programs/Accident
    Investigation/Hazard
    Identification

    Safety/Health Training

    Safety and Health Programs


    Safety and Health Programs





    Safety/Health Programs, Training
    JSA’s, PPE, Inspections


    Emergency Response Programs


    Hazard Identification and Control Methods

    Motor Vehicle Safety, Ladder Safety, Chemical Safety, PPE, Electrical, Hygiene, Fire Safety, Tool Safety and Fall hazards
    35



    38




    52




    30


    23


    53




    7

    10



    37






    15




    25



    18


    23
    Dissemination Through the use of the Corporate and Public Safety eNewsletter, Northampton Community College and the Center for Business and Industry continues to promote all of the various LVSC Alliance activities, update on OSHA regulations and guidelines, and any of the latest OSHA News Releases, as well as the multitude of safety/health training courses that are offered through NCC and the OSHA Training Institute (Mid-Atlantic). Recordkeeping, Update on Reporting Requirements, Regulatory Updates, Silica Regulation, Safety and Health Committees, Crane Standard Update, Top Violations, NEP’s, Fatal Updates 800

     

    Outreach and Communication:

    To develop ways of communicating the recognition and prevention of workplace hazards (e.g., print and electronic media, electronic assistance tools, and OSHA’s and the LVSC’s, NCC’s and/or the American Society of Safety Engineers – Lehigh Valley Chapter’s local emails and newsletter) to employers and workers in the industry.

    To speak, exhibit, or appear at OSHA’s or LVSC meetings, local ASSE meetings, or other safety related events (e.g. Safe + Sound Workshop 2019).

    To continue to work collectively on any newly identified or recognized safety and health issue or OSHA initiative, in an effort to improve workplace safety and health.

    Activity Type Activity Name/Summary OSHA Areas of Emphasis Supported Number Reached
    Training/Speech Presentation Meetings In addition to the multitude of outreach activities and meetings listed above, efforts to promote this Alliance and its activities had been promoted with and through other outreach activities, including:
    • CarePlex – Safety Peer Group
    • ASSE – Lehigh Valley Chapter
    • Society of Human Resource Management
    • Upper Bucks County Technical School
    • Lehigh Career and Technical Institute
    • Safety Peer Group of Lehigh Valley - HealthWorks
    • Warehouse Partnership Members
    • St. Luke's University Health Network

    Numerous emails and phone conversations with various members and stakeholders




    OSHA Updates, including regulatory updates, Top Violations, Safety and Health Training, 1904 issues, Silica, Beryllium, and new resources



    400
    Dissemination May 15 2018 – Safety Committee Workshop/Expo – booth exhibit   *

     

    TOTAL     1525

    *The Total Number reached is conservatively low, as this assessment does not truly (with 100% accuracy) reflect the total number of participants reached for the dissemination of information through email distribution, as there is no mechanism to measure the sharing of materials beyond the initial alliance participants. The dissemination of information at the 2019 Safety Committee Workshop/Expo has been captured (recorded) in the Training and Education Activity, which was previously listed.

  4. Evaluations

    In short summation, the activities (meetings and outreach events) held during this evaluation period were very well received. During this period only one meeting had to be rescheduled due to winter weather and one meeting did not have an OSHA representative, as this CAS had another work-related commitment.

    The individuals reached by the outreach/communication activities represent various sized companies, unions, insurance agents and brokers, youth and family service centers, healthcare industry and temporary staffing agencies all of which have employees and/or members that would be directly affected by the various safety and health information that has been provided.

    The working relationship between the Alliance signatories and the feedback on the Alliance continues to be extremely positive. Finally, as previously reported it should be noted that NCC has moved forward with its steps to extend the efforts and activities of this Alliance into northeast Pennsylvania, with the Wilkes-Barre Area Office. Although not directly related to this Alliance, this effort illustrates the success and working relationship developed with the various stakeholders.

  5. Upcoming Milestones

    Efforts are currently being developed to hold our next full day “Safety Expo 2020”. This Expo/Workshop will consist of three tracks (general industry, construction and healthcare) each of which will have several different safety/health topics. Specific topics are currently being finalized.

    Report prepared by: Scott G. Shimandle, CAS, Allentown Area Office.

Region 4 - Alliance Annual Report - May 9, 2019


Region 4 - Alliance Annual Report - May 9, 2019

U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Atlanta Regional Office
61 Forsyth Street, S.W., Room 6T50
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
(678) 237-0443; Fax (678) 237-0447
OSHA, Consul General of Honduras in Atlanta Alliance
Region IV Alliance Annual Report
May 9, 2019


  1. Alliance Background

    1. Date Signed:

      April 10, 2013

      Renewal Date:

      March 15, 2016

    2. Evaluation Period:

      April 11, 2018, through April 10, 2019

    3. Overview:

      The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Consul General of Honduras in Atlanta formed an Alliance to provide Salvadoran Nationals throughout the southeast with information, guidance, and access to training resources that will help them protect employees’ health and safety and allow them to exercise their rights fully.

  2. Implementation Team Meetings

    • Representatives from OSHA’s Atlanta-East and/or Atlanta-West Area Office communicated with Alliance members from the Honduran Consulate during the following time periods:
      • August 27, 2018
      • February 5, 2019
      • April 5, 2019
    • In addition to these formal meetings, the Alliance coordinators from each organization maintained regular contact throughout the reporting period to monitor the Alliance’s progress and results.
  3. Results of Alliance Activities in Support of Agreement Goals

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

    Dissemination Type Date Description Emphasis Area(s)* Number Reached (numeric value)
        There was no action to report in this area during FY 2018 - 2019.    

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

    Activity Type Date Event Name Representative Name(s) and Affiliation(s) Title Of Presentation (if applicable) City State Emphasis Area(s)* Number Reached (numeric value)
    Speech & Presentation Review Period Consulate Outreach Visit On the 1st Friday of each month (since October 2015), an OSHA representative conducted a monthly outreach visit with the Consulate of Honduras.
    • May 2018
    • June 2018
    • July 2018
    • August 2018
    • September 2018
    • October 2018
    • November 2018
    • December 2018
    • April 2019
    “All about OSHA” Atlanta GA Construction, Fall Prevention, Hazard Communication/ Chemicals, Heat Illness Prevention, Hispanic/ Latino Worker and Small Business

    250+

    Speech & Presentation 8/27/18 Labor Rights Week OSHA supported the Consul General of Honduras’ Annual Labor Rights Week event. “All about OSHA” Atlanta GA Construction, Fall Prevention, Hazard Communication/ Chemicals, Heat Illness Prevention, Hispanic/ Latino Worker and Small Business

    100+

Report prepared by Tom Bosley, Regional Alliance Coordinator