Region 4 - Alliance Annual Report - November 9, 2023

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
November 9, 2023

  1. Alliance Background

    1. Date Signed
      September 29, 2015

      Renewal Date
      October 4, 2017
      October 7, 2022

    2. Evaluation Period:
      November 9, 2022, through November 8, 2023

    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
      Kaylene Sherrod-Moore, Regional Program Analyst
      LeAnna Jackson, Training Administrator
      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
      Holli Singleton and Wendy Laing, North Carolina (NC) State University - Southeastern OTI Education Center
      Bryan Lane, University of Tennessee - Southeastern OTI Education Center
      Hilarie Warren, Georgia Tech - OTI Education Center
      Zach Rhodus and Trevor George, Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) - OTI Education Center
      Joseph Small and Kristen Woodmore, Volunteer State Community College - OTI Education Center

  2. Implementation Team Meetings

    During this period, the Alliance group conducted implementation team meetings virtually. The Alliance group also frequently communicated and coordinated via email.

    • January 17, 2023, FFSHC Forum (Zoom Meeting/Conference Call)
    • Alliance Implementation Team coordinated during the May 30 – June 2, 2023, DTE/OTIEC Meeting
    • July 26, 2023, Region IV - Fall NEP Webinar
    • September 27, 2023, region IV – Warehousing NEP Webinar
    • October 12, 2023 (MS Teams Meeting/Conference Call)

  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 During this period: 11/2022 thru 11/2023 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)
    Meeting/Information Session 01/17/2023 The Regional OTIEC Alliance group participated in the FFSHC Forum, virtual meeting, conducted by the OSHA Region Office. Federal Workers, and Safety and Health Management System (SHMS) 30-
    attendee
    Dissemination During this period: 11/2022 thru 11/2023

    During this period, representatives from the Volunteer State Community College (VSCC) - OTIEC promoted the Alliance by staffing booths at the following conferences:

    1. Tennessee Safety and Health Congress & Expo in Nashville, TN, August 14 through 15, 2023.
    2. OSHA Region IV Voluntary Protection Program Participants Association (VPPPA) 2023 Safety and Health Excellence Conference in Orlando, Florida, September 18 through 19, 2023.
    3. National Safety Congress in Orleans, LA, October 23 through 24, 2023.
    		 Construction, Fall Prevention, Hazard, Communication/ Chemical, Heat Illness Prevention, as well as Safety and Health Management System (SHMS) 5,000+
    Contacts
    Meeting/Information Session During this period: 11/2022 thru 11/2023

    During this period, representatives from the University of South Florida (USF) - OTIEC promoted the Alliance by participating in conferences and staffing booths throughout Florida. Additionally, all courses were offered in cooperation with the USF On-site Consultation Program:

    1. Confined Space in Construction seminar – this event focused on a wide range of construction related topics.
    2. Focus Four in Construction Seminar - This seminar focuses on the Fatal Four Hazards related to the construction industry.
    3. Global Excavation Safety Conference - supported an event booth to network, promote, and market OSHA training courses.
    4. 3rd Annual Southeastern Leadership Conference on Safety, Health + Sustainability
      -hosted a booth to market and promote safety and health training.
    5. Workplace Ergonomics Seminar - emphasis was placed on the applicable OSHA standards, compliance policies, and guidelines.
    6. 77th Workers Compensation Educational and 34th Safety and Health Conference - during this event the USF- OTIEC conducted the OSHA 10-hour course.
    7. Florida Nursery, Growers, and Landscape Association (FNGLA) conference - during this event the USF-OTIEC staffed a booth.
    8. VPPPA Conference – hosted a booth to market and promote workplace safety and health.
    9. Alliance for Central Florida Safety - during this event the USF-OTIEC staffed a booth.
    10. Florida Building Material Alliance - supported an event booth to network, promote, and market OSHA training courses.
    		 Construction, Fall Prevention, Hazard, Communication/ Chemical, Heat Illness Prevention, as well as Safety and Health Management System (SHMS) 100+
    Dissemination During this period: 11/2022 thru 11/2023 The Southeastern OTIEC at North Carolina State University (NCSU) continued to use its newsletter to promote OSHA's campaigns and initiatives using its bi-monthly newsletter the "Safety Guardian." The newsletter is disseminated to employers and workers across North Carolina, including Federal Field Safety and Health Council (FFSHC) members. Construction, Ergonomic, Fall Prevention, Hazard Communication/Chemical, Heat 6,000
    (circulation)
    Dissemination During this period: 11/2022 thru 11/2023 The University of South Florida OSHA Training Institute Education Center (USF OTIEC) continued to use its monthly newsletter to promote OSHA's campaigns and initiatives and share Region 4 occupational safety and health news. The newsletter is disseminated to employers and workers in the public and private sectors across Region IV. Construction, Ergonomic, Fall Prevention, Hazard Communication/Chemical, Heat Illness Prevention, and Transportation 6,000
    (circulation)
    Dissemination During this period: 11/2022 thru 11/2023 The Volunteer State Community College (VSCC) - OTIEC distributed a monthly newsletter to stakeholders, including members of the Middle Tennessee - FFSHC. Areas of emphasis include upcoming training events, OSHA success stories, OSHA recruitment efforts, as well as regional and national emphasis programs. Construction, Fall Prevention, Hazard, Communication/ Chemical, Heat Illness Prevention, as well as Safety and Health Management System (SHMS) 10,000
    (circulation)
    Dissemination During this period: 11/2022 thru 11/2023

    During this period, representatives from the University of Alabama (UA) - OTIEC promoted the Alliance by staffing booths at the following conferences:

    1. Region IV – American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) on April 26 – 27, 2023, in Tuscaloosa, AL
    2. Regional Association of Women in Construction, May 18 to 20, 2023, in Montgomery, AL.
    3. Exhibit Booth, ASSP National Conference, June 5 thru 8, 2023, San Antonio, TX.
    4. Exhibit Booth, Alabama Governor's Safety and Health conference, August 28 thru 30, 2023.
    		 Construction, Fall Prevention, Hazard, Communication/ Chemical, Heat Illness Prevention, as well as Safety and Health Management System (SHMS) 1,000+

    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/
    Meeting    		 11/10/2022 North Alabama FFSHC - Virtual meeting The first meeting conducted by the newly formed North Alabama – FFSHC was supported by the University of Alabama (UA) – OTIEC. During the event officers were selected and future meeting were scheduled. Initial FFSHC Meeting Huntsville AL Federal Workers and Safety and Health Programs 15
    Attendees
    Training/
    Meeting    		 11/17/2023 Louisville and Middle Tennessee FFSHCs The Georgia Mental Health Alliance group conducted a presentation for the Louisville and Middle Tennessee – FFSHCs. The presentation focused on the efforts of the Alliance group to address workplace mental health issues and concerns. Mental Health in the Workplace Presentation Louisville

    Middle Tennessee    		 KY

    TN    		 Federal Workers and Safety and Health Programs 30-
    attendees
    Training/
    Meeting    		 02/2023 Louisville FFSHC - Virtual meeting Fire Chief, James Bastin, provided the group with a presentation focused on Life Safety and Fire Protection. This training event was coordinated by the Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) – OTIEC. Life Safety and Fire Protection Louisville KY
    TN    		 Federal Workers and Safety and Health Programs 30
    Attendees
    Training/
    Meeting    		 5/16/2023 North Carolina FFSHC - Virtual meeting An instructor from North Carolina State University (NCSU) – OTIEC conducted a presentation for the council, which was focused on workplace mental health. Workplace Mental Health Raleigh NC Federal Workers and Safety and Health Programs 17 -
    Attendees
    Training/
    Meeting    		 March 2, 2023
    March 3, 2023
    June 12, 2023    		 Georgia Tech Safety Seminars

    During this period, the Georgia Tech - OTIEC conducted the following free seminar courses focused on warehousing and supply chain:

    1. Transitioning to safer chemicals
    2. Health Hazard Awareness
    3. 7005 - Public Warehousing and Storage
    		 Warehousing and supply chain Atlanta GA General Industry, Ergonomic, Fall Prevention, Hazard Communication/Chemical, Heat Illness Prevention, and Transportation 10 attendees
    5 attendees
    5 attendees
    Total: 20 attendees
    Training/
    Meeting    		 6/14/2023 Atlanta FFSHC, Safety Day Event (Invitation made to all the FFSHCs in Region IV) Georgia Tech OTIEC supported the Atlanta- FFSHC annual Safety Day event, which focused on Mental Health and Safety this year. Mental Health and Safety Atlanta GA Federal Workers and Safety and Health Programs 180
    Attendees
    Training/
    Meeting    		 7/20/2022 Mississippi Gulf Coast FFSHC Meeting The University of South Florida (USF) OTIEC provided training on radiation safety and health for the council. Radiation Safety Gulfport
    Jackson    		 MS
    MS    		 Federal Workers and Safety and Health Programs 15 -
    Attendees
    Training/ Webinar 7/26/2022 National Emphasis Programs for Falls The UA, EKU and NCSU – OTIEC presented during the July 26, 2023, Fall NEP Webinar coordinated by OSHA Region IV. Approximately 700 participants attended this Webinar. Falls NEP Throughout Region IV AL,
    FL,
    GA,
    KY,
    MS,
    NC,
    SC,
    and
    TN    		 Construction, Ergonomic, Fall Prevention, Hazard Communication/ Chemical, Heat Illness Prevention, and Transportation 700 -
    Attendees
    Outreach/
    Dissemination    		 8/15/2023 Atlanta-FFSHC The Atlanta-FFSHC served as an exhibitor at the ONE ATL Safety, Security and Risk Management Conference. This annual event is conducted by the Atlanta Airport Safety Department, which is an associate member of the Atlanta-FFSHC. Focused on Safety and Operational Awareness Atlanta GA Federal Workers, Safety and Health Programs, Hazard Communication/ Chemical, Heat Illness Prevention, and Transportation 40+ Visitors at Exhibit Booth
    Training/
    Meeting    		 8/17/2023 Virtual meeting Louisville - FFSHC Dr. Troy Rawlins, EKU - OTIEC, conducted a presentation on Bloodborne Pathogen and Needle Sticks. Bloodborne Pathogen and Needle Sticks Louisville KY Federal Workers and Safety and Health Programs 13
    attendees
    Training/
    Meeting    		 8/24/2023 South Florida FFSHC meeting Georgia Tech OTIEC supported the South Florida FFSHC meeting. The presentation provided by Georgia Tech OTIEC was focused on the "OSHA Recommended elements for a successful safety and health management system." OSHA Recommended elements for a successful safety and health management system Ft. Lauderdale FL Federal Workers and Safety and Health Programs 15 -
    Attendees
    Training/
    Meeting    		 9/16/2022 North Carolina FFSHC meeting The US Navy safety office conducted a presentation on its hazard reporting and tracking system for the North Carolina –FFSHC. The meeting was also supported by the Southeastern OTIEC at NCSU. Hazard Reporting and Tracking System Raleigh NC Federal Workers and Safety and Health Programs 15 -
    Attendees
    Training/
    Presentations/
    Meeting    		 During this period: 11/2022 - through 11/2023 OSHA's Fall Prevention Campaign and National Safety Month

    During this period, the representatives from the USF - OTIEC supported OSHA's campaigns and initiatives with the following activities (all courses were offered in cooperation with the USF On-site Consultation Program):

    1. Workers Memorial Day - offered complimentary OSHA# 7500 course, Intro to Safety and Health Management.
    2. National Fall Prevention Stand-Down (English) - offered complimentary OSHA# 7405 course – Fall Hazard Awareness for the construction industry.
    3. National Fall Prevention Stand-Down (Spanish) - offered complimentary OSHA# 7405 course – Fall Hazard Awareness for the construction industry.
    4. Heat Stress Safety Summit - heat illness awareness and prevention, as well as OSHA's guidance were addressed during this summit, which was conducted in Wesley Chapel and Miami, FL.
    5. Trench Safety Stand-down - Offered OSHA# 7410 course – Managing Excavation and Trenching Operations.
    6. Safe + Sound campaign - offered complimentary OSHA# 7500 - Intro to Safety and Health Management.
    		 OSHA’s Campaigns and Initiatives Virtually Wesley Chapel Jacksonville Olando Miami FL Construction, Ergonomic, Fall Prevention, Hazard Communication/Chemical, Heat Illness Prevention, and Transportation 133
    Attendees
    Training/
    Meeting    		 During this period: 11/2022 – through 11/2023 OSHA's Fall Prevention Campaign and National Safety Month

    During this period, the representatives from the Volunteer State Community College (VSCC) - OTIEC supported OSHA's campaigns and initiatives with the following activities:

    1. All safety and health courses were discounted during June 2023 in support of National Safety Month. OSHA course #7500, Safety and Health Management was also offered free.
    2. OSHA course #3115, Fall Prevention, was discounted and OSHA course 7405, Fall Hazard Awareness, was offered free in support of OSHA's National Fall Prevention Stand-Down.
    		 OSHA’s Campaigns and Initiatives Gallatin/ Nashville TN Construction, Small Business, and Trenching 102 -
    total attendees
    Training/
    Meeting    		 During this period: 11/2022 –through 11/2023 OSHA's Fall Prevention Campaign and National Safety Month

    During this period, the University of Alabama (UA) - OTIEC promoted OSHA's campaigns, initiatives, and stand-downs in the following manner:

    1. The UA – OTIEC promoted the National Fall Stand-Down using social media. Additionally, the National Fall Stand-Down was promoted by conducting the OSHA 3155 training course.
    2. Safe + Sound Campaign: Conducted four sessions of the "Intro to Safety and Health Management" Course
    3. Suicide Prevention and awareness campaign: Hour presentation in each OSHA 500 training course
    4. Trenching and Excavation Stand-Down: Conducted four sessions of the OSHA 7410 course, "Managing Excavation/Trenching Operations"
    5. Emergency/ Disaster Preparedness, Response and Recovery: conducted two sessions of the OSHA 7105 course, "Evacuation and Emergency Response"
    		 OSHA's Campaigns and Initiatives Tuscaloosa AL Construction, Small Business, Ergonomic, Fall Prevention, Hazard Communication/Chemical, Heat Illness Prevention, and Transportation 30
    Attendees
    63
    Attendees
    83
    Attendees
    28
    Attendees
    16
    Attendees
    Total:
    220
    Attendees
    Training/
    Meeting    		 9/20/2023 Mississippi Gulf Coast FFSHC Virtual Meeting The USF - OTIEC provided training focused on Fire Prevention and Emergency Action Plans for the FFSHC members. Fire Prevention and Emergency Action Plans Gulfport
    Jackson    		 MS
    MS    		 Federal Workers and Safety and Health Programs 20
    attendees
    Training/
    Meeting    		 9/27/2023 Warehousing NEP Webinar The Georgia Tech – OTIEC presented during the July 26, 2023, Fall NEP Webinar coordinated by OSHA Region IV. Approximately 700 participants attended this Webinar. Warehousing NEP Throughout Region IV AL,
    FL,
    GA,
    KY,
    MS,
    NC,
    SC,
    and
    TN    		 General Industry, Ergonomic, Fall Prevention, Hazard Communication/Chemical, Heat Illness Prevention, and Transportation 500
    attendees

    Report prepared by Tom Bosley, Region IV Alliance Coordinator, Atlanta Regional Office