U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Atlanta Regional Office
61 Forsyth Street, S.W., Room 6T50
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
(404) 562-2300; Fax (404) 562-2295

OSHA, Consul General of Guatemala in Atlanta
Region IV Alliance Annual Report

December 29, 2016

1. Alliance Background

   A. Date Signed:

   October 23, 2012

   Renewal Date:

   March 15, 2016

   B. Evaluation Period:

   October 24, 2015, through October 23, 2016

   C. 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.

   D. 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:

   • February 2016
   • March 2016
   • September 2016

3. Results

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

   Promotion of a National Dialogue: The Participants intend to work together to achieve the following goal related to promoting a national dialogue on workplace safety and health: To share information on applicable laws and standards, including those relating to workers’ rights and responsibilities of employers under the OSH Act.
   Activity Type	Activity Name/Summary	OSHA Areas of Emphasis Supported	Number Reached
   Other	On March 15, 2016, the Alliance between the OSHA Atlanta Regional Office and the Consul General of Guatemala in Atlanta, Georgia, was renewed.	Hispanic/Latino Workers, Fall Prevention, Heat Illness Prevention, temporary Workers, Young Workers and Small Business	100+
   Other	On Workers’ Memorial Day, the Consulate of Guatemala was among the foreign consulates that signed the South Florida Justice and Equality in the Workplace Program agreement. The agreement was signed on April 28, 2016, in south Florida.	Hispanic/Latino Workers, Fall Prevention, Heat Illness Prevention, temporary Workers, Young Workers and Small Business	100+
   Training and Education: The Participants intend to work together to achieve the following training and education goals: To develop training and education programs for Guatemalan Nationals in Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, and South Carolina regarding fall, amputation, trenching and excavation, and electrical hazards, and to communicate such information to constituent workers and employers. To develop training and education programs for Guatemalan Nationals in Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, and South Carolina to promote understanding of workers’ rights and responsibilities of employers, including the use of the OSHA complaint process.
   Activity Type	Activity Name/Summary	OSHA Areas of Emphasis Supported	Number Reached
   N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
   Outreach and Communication: The Participants intend to work together to achieve the following outreach and communication goals: To speak, exhibit, or appear at OSHA’s or the Consulate General of Guatemala in Atlanta’s conferences, local meetings, or other events, such as Labor Week. To participate in “Mobile Consulate” activities and events.
   Activity Type	Activity Name/Summary	OSHA Areas of Emphasis Supported	Number Reached
   Exhibit, Speech/Presentation, Dissemination	On August 29, 2016, the Compliance Assistance Specialist (CAS) from the OSHA Atlanta-West Area Office supported the Guatemalan Consulate’s Annual Labor Rights Week in Atlanta, Georgia.	Hispanic/Latino Workers, Fall Prevention, Heat Illness Prevention, temporary Workers, Young Workers and Small Business	200+ workers
   Speech/Presentation and Other	On September 20, 2016, the Guatemalan Consulate participated in the EMPLEO planning meeting.	Hispanic/Latino Workers, Fall Prevention, Heat Illness Prevention, temporary Workers, Young Workers and Small Business	100+ workers
   Speech/Presentation and Other	On November 16, 2016, the Guatemalan Consulate participated in the EMPLEO follow-up meeting. This meeting primarily focused on logistics for the group.	Hispanic/Latino Workers, Fall Prevention, Heat Illness Prevention, temporary Workers, Young Workers and Small Business	100+ workers

4. Evaluation

   N/A

5. Upcoming Milestones in FY 2017

   • The Alliance group will continue to promote workplace safety and health to the Hispanic community, in cooperation with the Consulate General of Guatemala in Atlanta.
   • OSHA will continue to effectively support the safety and health outreach events scheduled for the 2016 Labor Week and Occupational health Week

   Report Prepared by: Tom Bosley, Region IV Alliance Coordinator

Addendum to the
GEORGIA STRUCK BY HAZARDS
ALLIANCE
BETWEEN
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor,
Georgia Department of Transportation
Georgia Highway Contractors Association, Incorporated
Federal Highway Administration – Georgia Division
Georgia Utility Contractors Association
Association of County Commissioners of Georgia
Georgia Tech Research Institute,
and
3M Corporation

The Georgia Branch, Associated General Contractors of America, Inc., (Georgia Branch AGC) joins with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Georgia Department of Transportation (hereinafter referred to as GDOT), Georgia Division-Federal Highway Administration (hereinafter referred to as Georgia FHWA), Georgia Highway Contractors Association (hereinafter referred to as GHCA), Georgia Utility Contractors Association (hereinafter referred to as GUCA), Association of County Commissioners of Georgia (hereinafter referred to as ACCG), the Georgia Tech Research Institute’s Occupational Safety and Health Division (hereinafter referred to as GTRI), and 3M Corporation (hereinafter referred to as 3M) in recognizing the value of establishing a collaborative relationship to advance safety and more healthful American workplaces. The Georgia Branch AGC therefore agrees to join the OSHA, GDOT, Georgia FHWA, GHCA, GUCA, ACCG, GTRI and 3M Alliance to use their collective expertise to help protect employees’ health and safety, particularly in the reduction and prevention of struck by and work zone hazards. Georgia Branch AGC agrees to all of the provisions of the original Alliance signed by OSHA, GDOT, Georgia FHWA, GHCA, GUCA, ACCG, GTRI and 3M on December 5, 2006. In amending this agreement all participants 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.

An implementation team made up of representatives from the participating organizations will meet to develop a plan of action, determine working procedures, and identify the roles and responsibilities of the participants. In addition, they will meet at least three times per year to track and share information on activities and results in achieving the goals of the Alliance. OSHA will encourage State Plan States’ and OSHA Consultation Projects’ participation on the team.

U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Tampa Area Office
5807 Breckenridge Parkway, Suite A
Tampa, FL 33610
(813) 626-1177; Fax (813) 626-7015

Tampa Area Office Annual Status Report
United Safety Council (USC) Alliance

November 3, 2010

1. Alliance Background
   
   Date Signed:
   
   May 6, 2008
   
   Alliance Overview
   
   The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the United Safety Council, Inc. (USC) agreed to establish an Alliance to reduce and prevent employee exposure to workplace hazards associated with disasters by developing and sharing information, guidance, and training resources on emergency preparedness and effective response.
   
   Implementation Team Members
   
   The implementation team consists of representatives from the OSHA Area Office in Tampa, FL, and the United Safety Council, Inc. (USC).
   
   Evaluation Period
   
   May 22, 2009 – June 30, 2010
    
2. II. Implementation Team Meetings
   
   Meetings were conducted in-person and by phone on the following dates: August 25, 2009; September 29, 2009; October 2, 2009; October 23, 2009; November 30, 2009; December 4, 2009; January 5, 2010; March 5, 2010; April 30, 2010; and June 24, 2010.  


3. Events and Products
   
   Training and Education
   
   Events
    
   • During this period, the USC Alliance group conducted a total of 47 classes, which were focused on the following topics: workplace violence; emergency preparedness; cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR); automated external defibrillators (AED); first aid; and safety and health management systems (SHMS).
   • During this period, the USC Alliance group facilitated 39 OTI safety and health training courses, which were conducted by the University of South Florida.
   
   Products
    
   • None
   
   Outreach and Communication
   
   Events
    
   • On July 17, 2009, the USC Alliance group conducted a Hurricane Safety Refresher Workshop for both members and non-members.
   • On August 25, 2009, a representative from the OSHA Tampa Area Office conducted an OSHA Update presentation during the USC Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS) Program.
   • On October 23, 2009, in conjunction with the Alliance for Central Florida Safety, an OSHA representative conducted a presentation on recent workplace violence cases.
   • On January 22, 2010, OSHA participated in the USC Safety Awards Banquet and promoted the Alliance and other cooperative efforts available to the employment community.
   • On February 26, 2010, the USC Alliance group conducted a Fire Safety Workshop, which was open to both members and non-members.
   • On March 5, 2010, USC hosted OSHA’s three-hour Workplace Violence Workshop, which was open to the public. Participants were provided with the following OSHA publications:
     • Guidelines for Preventing Workplace Violence for Health Care and Social Service Workers
     • NIOSH DVD “Violence on the Job
     • Sample Prevention Plans from various State Plan Programs.
   • On April 30, 2010, OSHA conducted a three-hour Emergency Plan Writing Workshop, which was open to the public.
   • On June 24, 2010, OSHA provided a three-hour workshop on Heat Injury Prevention Programs.
   • The USC Alliance was promoted during several OSHA outreach presentations conducted throughout Central Florida. The Alliance also assisted in the distribution of safety and health outreach material such as the Region IV Photo and Resource CDs, Tool Box Reviews, MAD IV Roofing and Carpentry Toolbox Reviews and OSHA Quick Cards.
   
   Products
    
   • None
   
   Promoting the National Dialogue on Workplace Safety and Health¹
   
   Events
    
   • August 24, 2009, the Alliance was promoted during the Florida Parks and Recreation Conference in Orlando, Florida. This event included representatives from national supply companies.
   • On September 11, 2009, the USC Alliance was promoted during the Employer Compliance Assistance Forum: Understanding DOL Rules and Regulations held in Orlando, FL.
   • October 31 - November 2, 2009, the USC Alliance was promoted during the Hispanic Colleges and University Association National Conference, which was conducted in Orlando, FL.
   • On January 28, 2010, the USC Alliance was promoted during the KPA National Conference for Safety Engineers, which was conducted in Orlando, FL.
   • On March 20 -23, 2010, the USC Alliance was promoted during the American Foundry Society National Conference in Orlando, FL. This event was attended by representatives from several national and international companies.
   • On March 31, 2010, the USC Alliance was promoted during the American Society of Safety Engineers local meeting whose members represent many national and international aerospace companies.
   
   Products
    
   • None
4. Results
    

   Type of Activity (Conference, Training, Print and Electronic Distribution, etc.)	Number Reached or Trained
   Workplace Violence	80
   First Aid/CPR/AED	248
   Safety and health management	46
   Mishap Investigations	6
   Emergency planning	52
   OTI Courses	77
   Heat Stress Fact Sheet and Quick Cards	72
   Guidelines for Preventing Workplace Violence for Health Care and Social Service Workers	33
   Principal Emergency Response and Preparedness - Requirements and Guidelines	35
   National Photo Archive CD	125
   OSHA Publication CD	125
   Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for an Influenza Pandemic	30
   How to Plan for Workplace Emergencies and Evacuations	35
   Region IV Construction Toolbox	125
   Region IV MAD IV Fall Protection Toolbox	55
   Various OSHA Quick Cards and Fact  Sheets	200
   TOTAL	1344



5. Upcoming Milestones
    
   • The USC Alliance group will continue to partner with University of South Florida OTI Education Center.
   • The USC Alliance group will continue to encourage small businesses in Central Florida to develop and implement effective Safety and Health Management Systems (SHMS).
   • Continue to promote the USC Alliance in the Central Florida Area
   • Continue and expand safety and health training for workers focused all types of emergency preparedness.
   • Continue to work with community safety professionals to ensure the effective delivery of safety and health outreach services to employers that need assistance.
   
   Report prepared by Joan M. Spencer, Compliance Assistance Specialist
   
   For more information, contact the Office of Outreach Services and Alliances at 202-693-2340 or go to OSHA.
   
    

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   ¹The United Safety Council Alliance was promoted during several OSHA outreach presentations conducted throughout Central Florida. During each presentations the benefits of working cooperatively with OSHA was shared with a national audience. Alliance members also discussed the achievements of the group, such as providing effective safety and health training to worker in all industries.

U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Atlanta Regional
61 Forsyth Road, SW, Room 6T50
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
(678) 237-0400; Fax (678) 237-0447

The Concerned Beauty Professionals (The CBBP) Alliance

Alliance Annual Report
June 7, 2019

1. Alliance Background:

   1. Date Signed:

      March 31, 2014

      Renewal Date:

      December 2, 2016

   2. Evaluation Period:

       

      April 30, 2018, through April 30, 2019

   3. Overview:

      The U.S. Department of Labor's (US DOL) Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), represented by the Atlanta Regional, Atlanta-East, Atlanta-West and Savannah, GA, Area Offices, the Georgia Tech Research Institute's Occupational Safety and Health Division (GTRI), Southeast Center for Young Worker Safety and Health, and The Concerned Beauty & Barber Professionals (The CBBP). The focus of the Alliance is providing members and others with information, guidance, and access to training resources that will help them protect the health and safety of workers, particularly by reducing and preventing exposure to products that contain hazardous chemicals.

   4. Implementation Team Memberships and Contributors

      Alliances participants included the following:

      Members

      • Representatives from the US DOL - OSHA Regional Office
      • Representatives from the Georgia Tech Onsite Consultation Program
      • Representatives from The Concerned Beauty & Barber Professionals (The CBBP)

      Contributors

      • A representative from the US DOL – Wage & Hour Division (WDH) Regional Office

2. Implementation Team Meetings

   Implementation team meeting were conducted during this period on the following dates:

   • November 19, 2018
   • March 11, 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 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 and Dissemination	8/6/2018	Tamara Johnson-Shealey made a presentation regarding the efforts of the CBBP, during the Bonner Bros. Global Beauty Show. This presentation highlighted the group's initiative regarding legislative action, as well as the OSHA Alliance.	Hazard Communication/Chemical; Small Business; and Young Workers	25 Attendees
   Speech/Presentation and Dissemination	8/12/2018	Tamara Johnson-Shealey made a presentation regarding the efforts of the CBBP, during the Tennessee Beauty Industry CEU (Continuing Education Unit) Conference at Tennessee State University, in Nashville, Tennessee.	Hazard Communication/Chemical; Small Business; and Young Workers	100 attendees
   Speech/Presentation and Dissemination	11/15/2018	A representative with the CBBP participated in a presentation conducted by the Massachusetts Health Cosmetology Committee. The presentation was focused on properly evaluating the labels and ingredients of nail polishes.	Hazard Communication/Chemical; Small Business; and Young Workers	10 - Impact
   Speech/Presentation and Dissemination	3/13 thru 17/2019	Tamara Johnson-Shealey with the CBBP was selected as a presenter for the 2019 Citizen Science Conference in Raleigh, North Carolina.	Hazard Communication/Chemical; Small Business; and Young Workers	50 Attendees

   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	9/24/2018	Monday School	OSHA Rep.	CBBP conducted a Monday School training session for its members. This training session and it focused on workplace safety and health.	Atlanta	GA	Hazard Communication/Chemical; Small Business; and Young Workers	3 - Impact
   Training	11/12/2018	Monday School	Georgia Tech Rep.	CBBP conducted a Monday School training session for its members. This training session and it focused on hazardous chemical exposure limits.	Atlanta	GA	Hazard Communication/Chemical; Small Business; and Young Workers	9 - Impact
   Training	11/26/2018	Monday School	Georgia Tech Rep.	CBBP conducted a Monday School training session for its members, which was led by a representative from Georgia Tech.	Atlanta	GA	Hazard Communication/Chemical; Small Business; and Young Workers	10 - Impact
   Training	2/25/2019	Monday School	OSHA Rep.	CBBP conducted a Monday School training session for its members. This training session and it focused on workplace safety and health rights and OSHA discrimination protection.	Atlanta	GA	Hazard Communication/Chemical; Small Business; and Young Workers	3 - Impact
   Training	3/25/2019	Monday School	Georgia Tech Rep.	CBBP conducted a Monday School training session for its members, which was led by a representative from Georgia Tech.	Atlanta	GA	Hazard Communication/Chemical; Small Business; and Young Workers	5 - Impact
   Training	4/08/2019	Monday School	Georgia Tech Rep.	CBBP conducted a Monday School training session for its members, which was led by a representative from Georgia Tech.	Atlanta	GA	Hazard Communication/Chemical; Small Business; and Young Workers	5 - Impact

   Report Prepared by Tom Bosley, Regional Alliance Coordinator

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U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Jackson Area Office
3780 I-55 North, Suite 210
Jackson, MS 39211-6323
(601) 965-4606; Fax (601) 965-4610

ELECTRIC POWER ASSOCIATIONS OF MISSISSIPPI
ALLIANCE ANNUAL REPORT

August 9, 2009

1. Alliance Background
   
   Date Signed:
   
   Originally signed May 23, 2003 and Renewed June 27, 2005
   
   Overview:
   
   Alliance focused on establishing a collaborative relationship between OSHA and Electric Power Associations of Mississippi, which will reduce and prevent employee exposure to electrical transmission and distribution equipment hazards.
   
   Implementation Team Membership:
   
   Representatives from OSHA and Electric Power Associations of Mississippi
   
   Contributors:
   
   Same as above
   
   Evaluation Period:
   
   August 6, 2008, through August 7, 2009


2. Implementation Team Meetings
   
   Meeting held on a quarterly basis – 11/17/08, 1/15/09, 4/7/09, and 8/26/09


3. Events and Products
   
   Training and Education
   
   Events
    
   • During this period the Electric Power Associations of Mississippi presented monthly safety programs for all members.
   • During this period the Holmes Community College Apprentice Electric Lineman School College.
   • During this period the following courses were conducted by EPA of MS members:
      
     • Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Apprentice Electric Lineman School.
     • Electric Power Associations of Mississippi sponsored Basic Lineman School.
     • Electric Power Associations of Mississippi sponsored Advance Lineman School.
   Products
    
   • None
   Outreach and Communication
   
   Events
    
   • Several articles, focused on workplace safety and health, were posted in Today in Mississippi, which is the official publication of the Electric Power Associations of Mississippi.
   • The OSHA Jackson Area Office CAS conducted safety and health presentations for association members, focused on the electrical industry.
   • During this period several EPA of MS members shared information on best practices.
   • The OSHA Area Office participated in the EPA of MS Annual Safety Coordinators Conference.
   • OSHA participated in the EPA of MS Full-Time Safety Coordinator Round Table Meeting.
   • OSHA participated in the Arboriculture Seminar.
   • OSHA participated in the Underground Damage Prevention Summit.
   Products
    
   • None
   Promoting the National Dialogue on Workplace Safety and Health FY 2009
   
   Events
    
   • OSHA participates in the Electric Utility Advisory Board, which oversees the new Electrical Utility Technology program at Pearl River Community College (PRCC).
   • EPA of MS representatives promoted their good working relationship with OSHA at national safety coordinators meetings.
   • OSHA participated in the Full-Time Safety Coordinator Round Table Meeting.
   • During this period OSHA participated in the Lineman’s Rodeo was conducted at Holmes Community College and the event was posted on the OSHA Event Page.
   Products
    
   • None
4. Results
   
   Refer to the events above


5. Upcoming Milestones in FY 2010
    
   • Continued participation in the EPA-MS Alliance and the Pearl River Community College Alliance, which focused on the prevention of safety and health hazards in the electrical transmission and distribution industry.
   • Participation in Arboriculture Seminar in winter 2010.
   • Participation in Underground Damage Prevention Summit in fall of 2009.
   Report Prepared by: Courtney Bohannon, Compliance Assistance Specialist
   
   For more information, contact the Office of Outreach Services and Alliances at 202-693-2340 or go to OSHA's website.

U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Fort Lauderdale Area Office
8040 Peters Road, Suite H-100
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33324
(954) 424-0242; Fax (954) 424-3073

Alliance Annual Report
Safety Council of Palm Beach County, Inc. (SCPBC) Alliance
August 24, 2006

I. Alliance Background

Date Signed

July 28, 2004

Overview

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Safety Council of Palm Beach County, Inc. (SCPBC) agreed to establish an Alliance to reduce motor vehicle and work zone traffic accidents by sharing information, guidance, and training resources.

II. Implementation Team and Contributors:

Representatives from the Fort Lauderdale OSHA Area Office and the Safety Council of Palm Beach County, Inc. (SCPBC)

Evaluation Period:

July 28, 2005, through July 28, 2006

III. Implementation Team Meetings

Conference Call – August 18, 2005, discussed courses that would enhance program and aid in the reduction of injuries and illnesses in Palm Beach

Conference Call – Nov 1, 2005 discussed distributing OSHA hurricane fact sheets and quick cards

Awards Ceremony – March 9, 2006, Recognition of companies and organizations with exceptional safety & health programs

Conference Call – March 9, 2006 Discussed forklift training

Training Class –July 27, 2006 – Safety and Health Management Systems; discussed renewal of alliance

IV. Events and Products

Training and Education

Events

• A total of 30 classes were conducted addressing several occupational safety and health topics
  • forklift operator training
  • MOT training at different levels
  • CPR and First Aid
  • OSHA OTI Courses

Products

• None

Outreach and Communication

Events

• Assisted in the distribution of safety & health outreach material developed by OSHA Region IV, such as the Struck-By, Photo and Falls CDs along with the Tool Box Review Booklet
   
• Assisted in the distribution of safety and health outreach material developed by OSHA such as hurricane fact sheets and quick cards

Products

• None

V. Promoting the National Dialogue on Workplace Safety and Health

Events

• Awards ceremony to recognized members for innovative safety and health programs such as (1) The City of Boca Raton who conducted a Pre-Hurricane Safety course to prevent injuries to employees required to operate chain saws; (2) Macshmeyer Concrete employees for recognizing and taking immediate action in aiding a fellow worker who was experiencing symptoms related to heat stress.
   
• SCPBC members promoted the Central Florida Feria Familiar de Salud y Seguridad, Family Safety and Health Fair, (August 20, 2005.) The primary purpose of this event was to promote safety and health in the Hispanic Community.

Products

• None

VI. Results

VII. Upcoming Milestones

• Continue to promote occupational safety and health in the Palm Beach, St. Lucie and Indian River counties
• Continue to partner with University of South Florida OTI Ed center to host OSHA courses
• Continue to promote safety and health management systems
• Continue to provide training for workers in MOT and motor vehicle safety

U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Tampa Area Office
5807 Breckenridge Parkway, Suite A
Tampa, FL 33610
(813) 626-1177; Fax (813) 626-7015
Tampa Area Office Annual Status Report
United Safety Council (USC) Alliance ⁱ
October 30, 2015

1. Alliance Background
   1. Date Signed

      May 6, 2008

      Date Renewed:
      February 25, 2011
      July 31, 2012
      October 31. 2014

   2. Evaluation Period

      May 31, 2014 – October 30, 2015

   3. Overview

      The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the United Safety Council, Inc. (USC) agreed to establish an Alliance to reduce and prevent employee exposure to workplace hazards associated with disasters by developing and sharing information, guidance, and training resources on emergency preparedness and effective response.

   4. Implementation Team Members

      The implementation team consists of representatives from the OSHA Area Office in Tampa, FL, and the United Safety Council, Inc. (USC).

2. Implementation Team Meetings

   The group conducted Alliance implementation team meetings, in person, by telephone, and through e-mail correspondence on the following dates:

   • June 3, 2014
   • June 27, 2015
   • August 5, 2014
   • October 1, 2014
   • October 31, 2014
   • January 15, 2015
   • April 22, 2015
   • June 3, 2015
   • July 6, 2015
   • July 30, 2015
   • August 14, 2015
   • September 25, 2015
   • October 5, 2015
   • October 21, 2015
   • October 30, 2015

    

   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: The Participants intend to convene or participate in forums, round table discussions, or stakeholder meetings on workplace violence, emergency planning, and occupational safety and health programs 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
   Dissemination	E-Newsletter that is sent monthly. Contents: OSHA and Occupational Safety updates, news, related hazard prevention articles, and safety information with a focus on OSHA compliance, struck-by hazards, and emergency preparedness.	Heat, Fall Prevention, Temporary Workers, Construction.	500
   Dissemination	USC hosts their own YouTube channel where the public can get some information on emergency services and other occupational safety issues.	Health Care, Small Business	1000+
   Speech/Presentation	USC was the main sponsor for the Alliance for Central Florida Safety Day which was an all-day event promoting safety and health in the workplace. OSHA participated covering an OSHA Update. Over 400 people attended.	Construction, Heat, Small Businesses, Recordkeeping, Fall Prevention, Hazard Communication/Chemicals, Temporary Workers	400
   Speech/Presentation	Confined Spaces in Construction: Presentation was conducted on confined spaces in construction. The presentation covered the requirements of the new Subpart AA.	Construction, Small Businesses	45
   Training	Fall stand-down: Presentation was conducted, as well as a hands-on demonstration and training on the proper use of the conventional means of fall protection. OTI Education Center conducted a free course in conjunction with the OSHA National Fall Prevention Stand-down.	Fall Prevention and Small Businesses	20
   Training and Education: The Participants intend to work together to develop effective training and education programs for employers and employees in general industry regarding a wide range of safety and health issues, such as safety and health management systems, emergency planning (including pandemic influenza), workplace violence, as well as first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) programs, and to communicate such information to constituent employers and workers. The Participates plan to deliver or arrange for the delivery of certified training courses and other courses on safety and health topics.
   Activity Type	Activity Name/Summary	OSHA Areas of Emphasis Supported	Number Reached
   Training	Certified Occupational Safety Specialist	Small Businesses	82
   Training	First Aid/CPR/AED	Small Businesses and Construction	234
   Training	Maintenance of Traffic	Small Businesses and Construction	759
   Training	Fall Protection	Small Businesses and Amputations	29
   Training	Hazardous Waste Operations	Small Businesses, Construction and Fall Prevention	16
   Training	Forklifts	Transportation and Small Businesses	69
   Training	10-hour OSHA	Transportation and Small Businesses	74
   Training	30-hour OSHA	Small Businesses and Construction Hazard Communication	6
   Training	500 Construction Train-the-Trainer	Small Businesses and Construction Hazard Communication	32
   Training	501 General Industry Train-the-Trainer		20
   Training	502 Update for Construction Trainer	Small Businesses and Construction Hazard Communication	9
   Training	503 Update for General Industry Trainer	Small Businesses	11
   Training	510 Standards for Construction Industry	Small Businesses and Construction Hazard Communication	38
   Training	511 Standards for General Industry	Small Businesses	36
   Training	Other Various OTI Courses	Small Businesses, Construction Hazard Communication, Fall Prevention, Ergonomics, Heat Illness Prevention, Temporary Workers	66
   Speech/Presentation	Workplace Violence	Small Businesses	20
   Speech/Presentation	Hurricane Safety Event with WFTV Meteorologist Tom Terry	Small Businesses	50
   Dissemination	Heat Stress Fact Sheet and Quick Cards	Small Businesses and Construction Heat Illness Prevention	500
   Dissemination	Various OSHA Quick Cards and Fact Sheets	Small Businesses, Construction Hazard Communication, Fall Prevention, Ergonomics, Heat Illness Prevention and Temporary Workers	500
   Outreach and Communication: The Participants intend 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 USC's Web sites) to employers and workers in the industry. The Participants intend to speak, exhibit, or appear at OSHA's or the USC's educational awareness seminars, local meetings, or other events such as the annual USC Awards Meeting.
   Activity Type	Activity Name/Summary	OSHA Areas of Emphasis Supported	Number Reached
   Speech/Presentation	Gave presentation on OSHA's Recordkeeping Beyond the 300	Small Businesses, Hazard Communication, Fall Prevention and Temporary Workers	45
   Speech/Presentation	Gave a presentation on How to Prepare an OSHA Inspection	Small Businesses and Temporary Workers	50
   Speech/Presentation	Gave alliance presentation on How To Create A Safety Culture	Construction, Small Businesses and Temporary Workers	50
   Speech/Presentation	Confined Spaces in Construction: Gave presentation on confined spaces in construction. The presentation covered the requirements of the new Subpart AA.	Construction, Small Businesses and Temporary Workers	45
   Training	Fall stand-down: Presentation and hands-on demonstration, training on the proper use of the conventional means of fall protection.	Fall Prevention and Small Businesses	20
   Other	Promoted the Alliance at other National conferences and/or to Nation-wide companies throughout the evaluation period.	Construction, Small Businesses, Asian American/Pacific Islander Workers and Healthcare.	1000+

4. Evaluations

   N/A

5. Upcoming Milestones
   • During FY 2016 the Alliance will continue to conduct quarterly workshops in both the Orlando and Tampa areas due to the merger of the Tampa Safety Council and United Safety Council.
   • Continue to encourage small businesses in Central Florida to develop and implement effective Safety and Health Management Systems (SHMS).
   • Expand emergency training for workers throughout Central Florida.
   • Continued to work with community safety professionals to ensure the effective delivery of safety and health outreach services to employers that need assistance.

   Report prepared by Joan M. Spencer, Compliance Assistance Specialist

    

   ⁱDuring this period the Tampa Area Safety Council merged with the United Safety Council. The resulting organization is known as the United Safety Council.

U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Atlanta Regional Office
61 Forsyth Street, S.W., Room 6T50
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
(404) 562-2300; Fax (404) 562-2295
OSHA, Consul General of Guatemala in Atlanta Alliance
Region IV Alliance Annual Report
December 21, 2015

N/A

1. Alliance Background

    

   A. Date Signed:

   October 23, 2012

   Renewal Date

   Pending

   B. Evaluation Period:

   October 24, 2014, through October 23, 2015

   C. 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.

   D. 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:

   • January 2015
   • March 2015
   • November 2015
3. Results

    

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

4. Evaluation
5. Upcoming Milestones in FY 2016

    

    

    

   • During this period, the OSHA Regional Office will work to effectively renew the Alliance with the Consulate General of Guatemala in Atlanta.
   • The Alliance group will continue to promote workplace safety and health to the Hispanic community, in cooperation with the Consulate General of Guatemala in Atlanta.
   • OSHA will continue to effectively support the safety and health outreach events scheduled for the 2016 Labor Week and Occupational health Week

   Report prepared by: Tom Bosley, Region IV Alliance Coordinator

U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Atlanta-East Area Office
LaVista Perimeter Office Park
Building 7, Suite 110
Tucker, Georgia 30084
(770) 493-6644; Fax (770) 493-7725

Atlanta-East, Atlanta-West, and Savannah Area Offices
Georgia Youth Alliance

Alliance Annual Report
September 5, 2014

1. Alliance Background:

   Date Signed:

   June 6, 2006

   Renewal Date:

   • US Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division Addendum to Alliance signed November 17, 2011
   • Renewed December 21, 2011
   • Georgia Advocacy of Concerned Beauty Professionals (GACBP) Addendum to Alliance signed January 29, 2013
   • Renewed August 2014

   Overview:

   The US Department of Labor - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the US Department of Labor - Wage and Hour Division (WHD), the Georgia Local Section - American Industrial Hygiene Association (GLS-AIHA), the Georgia Chapter - American Society of Safety Engineers (GA-ASSE), the Construction Education Foundation of Georgia (CEFGA), the Georgia Department of Education (GA DOE), Brasfield and Gorrie, LLC, HDS Consulting, RockTenn Company, and the Georgia Tech Research Institute’s Occupational Safety and Health Division (GTRI) formed an Alliance focused on providing career/technical educators, students and others with information, guidance and training resources to protect the safety and health of career/technical students.

2. Implementation Team Memberships and Contributors

   The implementation team included representatives from all of the Alliance participants, as well as the US DOL – Wage and Hour Division (WHD). Implementation team meetings were conducted as scheduled on the following dates: 8/28/2013; 11/21/2013; 1/23/2014; 2/26/2014; 4/15/2014; and 6/9/2014.

   Evaluation Period:

   August 1, 2013, through July 31, 2014

3. Events and Products

   Training and Education

   Events

   • On September 3, 2013, members of the Alliance group conducted an OSHA 10-hour construction safety and health training course for students at Osborne High School in Cobb County, GA.
   • On October 10 and 11, 2013, members of the Alliance group conducted an OSHA 10-hour construction safety and health training course for students at Cass High School in Bartow County, GA.
   • On October 18, 2013, the CEFGA conducted an OSHA 10-hour construction safety and health training course for career technology instructors.
   • On November 2, 2013, members of the Alliance group, through the Center for Young Worker Safety and Health at GTRI, conducted two young worker safety and health training sessions for students participating in robotics at Kell High School in Cobb County.   
   • On November 9, 2013, members of the Alliance group, through the Center for Young Worker Safety and Health at GTRI, conducted two young worker safety and health training sessions for students participating in robotics at the Fernbank Science in DeKalb County, GA.   
   • On November 12 and 13, 2013, members of the Alliance group, led by the Center for Young Worker Safety and Health at GTRI, conducted an OSHA 10-hour construction safety and health training course for career technology students at Cross Keys High School in DeKalb County, Georgia. 
   • December 5 through 13, 2013, members of the Alliance group, led by the Center for Young Worker Safety and Health at GTRI, conducted an OSHA 10-hour construction safety and health training course for career technology students enrolled at Maxwell High School in Gwinnett County, Georgia.
   • On December 5-6, 2013, members of the Alliance group conducted an OSHA 10-hour construction safety and health training course for students at Cass High School in Bartow County, GA.
   • On December 7 and 14, 2013, members of the Alliance group, led by the Center for Young Worker Safety and Health at GTRI, conducted an OSHA 10-hour construction safety and health training course for career technology students at Benjamin E. Mays High School in Atlanta, Georgia. 
   • On March 3 and 4, 2014, members of the Alliance group, led by the Center for Young Worker Safety and Health at GTRI, conducted a safety and health training course for students enrolled in the Fulton Atlanta Community Action Authority (FACAA) Youthbuild Program.
   • March 26 through 27, 2014, members of the Alliance group, led by the Center for Young Worker Safety and Health at GTRI, conducted six safety and health training course for students in the healthcare program at DM Terrell High School in Atlanta, GA.
   • On April 3, 2014, members of the Alliance group, led by the Center for Young Worker Safety and Health at GTRI, conducted a safety and health training course for students enrolled in the Atlanta Development YouthBuild Program.
   • April 14 through 16, 2014, members of the Alliance group conducted an OSHA 10-hour general industry safety and health training course for students enrolled in the Atlanta Development YouthBuild Program.
   • May 12 through 14, 2014, members of the Alliance group conducted an OSHA 10-hour construction safety and health training course for students enrolled in the Lantern Project in Clarkston, Georgia.
   • Members of the Alliance group, through the Center for Young Worker Safety and Health at GTRI, conducted several young worker safety and health training sessions for students enrolled in the MAGIC (Mentoring a Girl in Construction) summer camp at the following locations:
     • On June 2 through 6, 2014, in Macon, Georgia
     • On June 16 through 20, 2014, in Bartow County, Georgia
     • On July 7, 2014, in Waynesboro, Georgia
     • On July 28, 2014, in Gwinnett County, Georgia

   Products

   • None

   Outreach and Communication

   Events

   • During this period, members of the Georgia Youth Alliance also participated in the following outreach events:
     • On September 25, 2013, the Alliance supported the Open House at Benjamin E. Mays High School.  
     • On October 21, 2013, workplace Safety and health rights were explained students at Benjamin E. Mays High School.
     • On November 2, 2013, workplace Safety and health rights were explained to home school students with the Lilburn Academic Classes (LAC).
   • On March 21 - 22, 2013, the Alliance group supported the CEFGA CareerExpo at the Georgia International Convention Center (GICC). This event includes exhibitors, demonstrations and hands-on activities.  The Expo was conducted in conjunction with the Georgia SkillsUSA competitions.  The goal of this event was to raise awareness of careers in construction, engineering, architecture, transportation, and energy.  The event represented a cooperative effort by private companies, trade associations, universities, and government agencies.
     • Total conference participation was 7,212, which included 5,111 students, 1,138 company volunteers, as well as 963 teacher and school administrators.  
     • Exhibit booths were staffed by OSHA, Georgia Tech Onsite Consultation Program, AIHA, ASSE and the US DOL – WHD, as well as Brasfield & Gorrie and Georgia Institute of Technology. Students were also provided with a down-load of the OSHA Heat Stress App.  The GA-ASSE Chapter provided participants with gloves and hearing protection and discussed the importance of personal protective equipment.

   Products

   • None

4. Results

    

   School	Course	Date	Trained
   Construction Department Osborne High School in Cobb County, GA	OSHA 10-hr construction course	September 3, 2013	15 students
   Construction Department Cass High School in Bartow County, GA	OSHA 10-hr construction course	October 10-11, 2013	35 students
   CEFGA – Technical Instructor course	OSHA 10-hr construction course	October 18, 2013	21 Participants
   Benjamin E. Mays High School	Teen Worker’s Rights/Intro to OSHA speech	October 21, 2013	125 students
   Kell High School Robotics Team in Cobb County, GA	Two – Module 2 and Module 3	November 2, 2013	33 students
   Fernbank LINKS Robotics Team in DeKalb County, GA	Two – Module 2 and Module 3	November 9, 2013	24 Participants
   Construction Program - Cross Keys High School in DeKalb County, GA	OSHA 10 –hour/ Module 7 Construction Course	November 12 – 13, 2013	15 participants
   Maxwell High School, Gwinnett County, GA	OSHA 10 –hour/ Module 7 Construction Course	December 5 – 13, 2013	32 participants
   Welding Department Cass High School in Bartow County, GA	OSHA 10-hr construction course	December 5-6, 2013	26 students
   Benjamin E. Mays High School	10-hr construction course	December 7 and 14, 2013	9 students
   Fulton Atlanta County Action Authority (FACAA)	10-hr construction course	March 3 & 4, 2014	32 students
   Healthcare Program, DM Terrell High School	Module 4	March 26 – 27, 2014	99 students
   Atlanta Development YouthBuild	Module 3	April 3, 2014	23 students
   Atlanta Development YouthBuild	OSHA 10-hr General Industry	April 14 – 16, 2014	23 students
   Lantern Project	OSHA 10-hour construction course	May 12 – 14, 2014	35 students
   MAGIC (Mentoring a Girl in Construction) Summer Camp in Macon, GA	Module 7 Construction Course	June 2- 6, 2014	21 students
   Georgia Concerned Beauty Professionals (GACBP)	Cosmetology Young Worker Safety Training	May 5, 2014	5 instructors
   MAGIC (Summer Camp in Bartow County, GA	Module 7 Construction Course	June 16 -20, 2014	19 students
   MAGIC Summer Camp in Waynesboro, GA	Module 7 Construction Course	July 7, 2014	21 students
   MAGIC Summer Camp in Gwinnett County, GA	Module 7 Construction Course	July 28, 2014	15 students

   Total Trained: 628

    

   School Career Days and Other Youth Outreach Events

   Date	Event Sponsor/High School	Outreach Activity	Impacted
   September 25, 2013	Benjamin E. Mays High School	Open House	150 participants
   October 21, 2013	Benjamin E. Mays High School	Teen Worker’s Rights/Intro to OSHA speech	125 students
   November 2, 2013	Lilburn Academic Classes – Homeschool Student	Workplace Safety and Health Rights	15 - Students
   March 13 & 14, 2014	CEFGA CareerExpo & SkillsUSA	Safety and Health Outreach Event	7,212 participants

   Total Impacted/Trained: 7,502

5. Upcoming Milestones for 2014 - 2015

   • During this period, the group will renew the Alliance and expand the group’s membership.
   • Provide safety and health training to members of the Kell High School robotics team, as well other robotics team students in the metro area. 
   • Participate in the Trade and Industrial Educators of Georgia (TIEGA) Conference in January 2015.
   • Participate in the Construction CareerExpo led by the Construction Education Foundation of Georgia (CEFGA) scheduled for March 26 - 27, 2015.  This event includes exhibitors, demonstrations, hands-on activities and the Skills USA competitions.
   • Participate in the Georgia Career & Technical Education (GACTE) Conference in July 2015.

   Report prepared by Tom Bosley, Regional Alliance Coordinator

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