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2008 - 02/13/2008 - Brandenburg Industrial Service Co. becomes first demolition company to receive U.S. Department of Labor's OSHA VPP 'star' safety status |
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Region 5 News Release: 08-211-CHI Feb. 13, 2008 Contact: Scott Allen or Brad Mitchell Phone: 312-353-6976 Brandenburg Industrial Service Co. becomes first demolition company to receive U.S. Department of Labor's OSHA VPP 'star' safety status
CHICAGO -- For the first time, the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has certified a demolition company, Brandenburg Industrial Service Co. in Chicago and Milwaukee, Wis., as a "star" in its prestigious Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP). OSHA's star designation is the highest level of recognition that an employer can achieve in the VPP. Sandra Taylor, OSHA's deputy regional administrator in Chicago, today presented the company with a VPP star flag and plaque at a ceremony in Chicago for the company's outstanding safety and health programs in the Greater Chicago and Milwaukee areas. "Brandenburg Industrial Service Co. has an excellent record in workplace safety and health," said Gary Anderson, director of OSHA's area office in Calumet City, Ill. "The company's notable success required a strong commitment from senior management and unions to ensure all employees have the tools and resources to benefit from a successful safety and health program at their worksites." The demolition company has about 300 employees in the Chicago and Milwaukee areas and more than 700 employees nationally. VPP, designed for worksites with comprehensive, successful safety and health programs, is open to all industries and to companies with injury rates below their respective industries' national averages. More than 1,920 worksites nationwide have earned entry into OSHA's VPP, which has proven over the years to be an effective means of reducing injuries, illnesses, fatalities and costs, while fostering a more productive workforce and increasing employee morale. Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, employers are responsible for providing safe and healthful workplaces for their employees. OSHA's role is to assure the safety and health of America's working men and women by setting and enforcing standards; providing training, outreach and education; establishing partnerships; and encouraging continual process improvement in workplace safety and health. For more information, visit www.osha.gov. ### U.S. Department of Labor releases are accessible on the Internet at www.dol.gov. The information in this news release will be made available in alternate format (large print, Braille, audiotape or disc) from the COAST office upon request. Please specify which news release when placing your request at 202-693-7828 or TTY 202-693-7755. The Labor Department is committed to providing America's employers and employees with easy access to understandable information on how to comply with its laws and regulations. For more information, please visit www.dol.gov/compliance. |
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