ANNUAL ALLIANCE REPORT

THE PITTSBURGH AREA OFFICE (OSHA)
And the
CONSTRUCTORS ASSOCIATION OF WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA
December 19, 2017

1. Alliance Background

   1. Date Signed

      December 19, 2005 Renewed: December 15, 2015

   2. Evaluation Period

      December 16, 2016 – December 19, 2017

   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
      George Mezey – President, CAWP

2. Implementation Team Meetings

   March 23, 2017
   May 30, 2017
   June 15, 2017
   November 8, 2017
   December 18, 2017

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

3. Results

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

   Raising Awareness of OSHA’s Rulemaking and Enforcement Initiatives: To share information on OSHA's National/Regional/Local Emphasis Programs, Regulatory Agenda, and opportunities to participate in the rulemaking process. To share information on occupational safety and health laws and standards, including the rights and responsibilities of workers and employers. To convene or participate in forums, roundtable discussions, or stakeholder meetings on hazards associated 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	The Mid-Atlantic Safety and Health Alliance held its annual conference. This group provides a venue that replaces the defunct Western Pennsylvania Safety Council. CAWP promotes this event annually through their website. The CAWP Director on Industry Safety and member representatives attend the event for the educational tracks on construction and oil-gas operation safety. The Pittsburgh OSHA Area Office staffed an information booth. The AD presented an OSHA update as the closing keynote speaker. In addition, a Q&A Panel discussion was conducted with AD, AAD, and CAS.	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
   Dissemination Media	CAWP workzone media event - AD and CAS participated/supported a media event promoting workzone safety. The CAWP Director of Industry Relations, PennDot District manager, and State Police Spokeswoman, presented information to television and newspaper reporters at a major highway construction project.	Construction Workzone Safety	84,708 (Estimated TV household market- Nielsen Media Research)
   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)
   Training	CAWP contracted a third party expert/consultant to conduct one Silica Workshop and four separate "Silica Competent Person" training classes	Construction Silica	261
   Exhibit Speech/Presentation	PA One Call Western PA Safety Day - Pittsburgh Area Office representatives staffed an information table and provided presentations on and trenching/excavation. The staff provided handouts and answered a variety of question relating to excavation safety, construction standards, fall protection, heat stress, workers' rights and OSHA policies/procedures. The CAWP Director of Industry Relations and member representatives participated and discussed issues and concerns relating to but not limited to OSHA policies/procedures, work zone safety, fall protection, and excavation safety. In addition, CAWP staffed an information table.	Construction Fall Protection Worker Rights Employer Rights and Responsibilities Heat Stress	150
   Meetings Dissemination Speech/Presentation	The Constructors Association of Western Pennsylvania has quarterly Safety and Risk Committee meetings. These meetings not only work on planning future training/educational events, they act as a forum to exchange safety and health technical information and best practices. OSHA update information is presented/discussed during these meetings	Construction Workzone Safety Safety and Health Programs/Systems Fall Prevention Heat Stress Hazard Communication Silica Oil and Gas Small Business Recordkeeping	25
   Training Dissemination Speech/Presentation	CAWP and MBA co-sponsored a fall protection day training event at the MSA Training facility which also covered information on the new walking/working surface standard. CAS and CSHO participated in training day. CAS provided handouts/presented and answered a variety of questions relating to OSHA standards and interpretations.	Fall Protection	30
   Training	OSHA Area Office Staff Meeting - CAS and CAWP Director of Industry Relations coordinated training for the OSHA compliance staff with industry experts from MSA. The training was held at the MSA training facility. Fall Protection training and IH gas meter training was conducted. Training also covered the new walking/working surface standard.	Fall Protection IH Gas Meter	15
   Training	CAWP sponsored and promoted a variety training classes/workshops/webinars throughout the past year covering the following topics: OSHA 10 Hour; First Aid/CPR/AED/Blood Borne Pathogens; Confined Space Entry - Competent Person; Rigging; Flagger Train-The Trainer; Defensive Driving; Workzone Safety; DOT Compliance; Active Shooter Training; Wellness & Drug Testing; NSC on-line Defensive Driving.	Construction Silica Workzone Safety Oil & Gas Worker Rights	305
   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).	Construction Workzone Safety Safety and Health Programs/Systems Fall Prevention Heat Stress Hazard Communication Silica Oil and Gas Small Business Recordkeeping	15,000 (Total employees represented by members and associate members)
   Training Dissemination	CAWP members conducted fall protection safety stand downs at 57 sites. In addition, CAWP sponsored a contest utilizing the "Harness Hero Bridge Edition App" for workers to be more aware of proper use of fall protection.	Fall Prevention	873 3127 (App Downloads)
   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 57 sites. In addition, CAWP sponsored a contest utilizing the "Harness Hero Bridge Edition App" for workers to be more aware of proper use of fall protection.	Fall Prevention	873 3127 (App Downloads)
   Training	CAWP contracted a third party expert/consultant to conduct one Silica Workshop and four separate "Silica Competent Person" training classes	Construction Silica	261
   Training	CAWP sponsored and promoted a variety training classes/workshops/webinars throughout the past year covering the following topics: OSHA 10 Hour; First Aid/CPR/AED/Blood Borne Pathogens; Confined Space Entry - Competent Person; Rigging; Flagger Train-The Trainer; Defensive Driving; Workzone Safety; DOT Compliance; Active Shooter Training; Wellness & Drug Testing; NSC on-line Defensive Driving.	Construction Silica Workzone Safety Worker Rights	305
   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	PA One Call Western PA Safety Day - Pittsburgh Area Office representatives staffed an information table and provided presentations on and trenching/excavation. The staff provided handouts and answered a variety of question relating to excavation safety, construction standards, fall protection, heat stress, workers' rights and OSHA policies/procedures. The CAWP Director of Industry Relations and member representatives participated and discussed issues and concerns relating to but not limited to OSHA policies/procedures, work zone safety, fall protection, and excavation safety. In addition, CAWP staffed an information table.	Construction Fall Protection Worker Rights Employer Rights and Responsibilities Heat Stress	150
   Training Dissemination Speech/Presentation	CAWP and MBA co-sponsored a fall protection day training event at the MSA Training facility which also covered information on the new walking/working surface standard. CAS and CSHO participated in this training day. CAS provided handouts/presented and answered a variety of questions relating to OSHA standards and interpretations.	Fall Protection	30
   Training	OSHA Area Office Staff Meeting - CAS and CAWP Director of Industry Relations coordinated training for the OSHA compliance staff with industry experts from MSA. The training was held at the MSA training facility. Fall Protection training and IH gas meter training was conducted. Training also covered the new walking/working surface standard.	Fall Protection IH Gas Meter	15
   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 five safety alerts on product defects relating to Genie Lifts (relieve valve pressure, load cell replacement, control system malfunction, extension deck latch failure), a Milwaukee tool battery pack, and a Kidde Fire Extinguisher discharge failure. The Director of Industry relations distributes the alerts to the Safety Committee via e-mail.	Fall Prevention Construction Fire Safety Electrical	12,500 (total member employees)
   Dissemination Training Media	CAWP developed a website (Roadbuilderblitz.com) to raise awareness for youths interested in heavy/highway construction careers. The site contains 10 construction mini-games Apps that incorporate applicable construction and safety information.	Construction Workzone Safety Youth	5141 (App downloads of the mini-games)
   Dissemination Media	CAWP in conjunction with AGC of America Purchased radio announcements regarding safety in workzones.	Construction Workzone Safety	100,000 (Estimated radio listeners - Nielsen Audio Ratings)
   Dissemination Media	CAWP workzone media event - AD and CAS participated/supported a media event promoting workzone safety. The CAWP Director of Industry Relations, PennDot District manager, and State Police Spokeswoman, presented information to television and newspaper reporters at a major highway construction project.	Construction Workzone Safety	84,708 (Estimated TV household market- Nielsen Media Research)
   TOTAL			33,179 184,708 (Estimated Radio and TV listeners and households - Nielsen Media Research) 8,268 (Apps downloaded)

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