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2005 - 10/03/2005 - OSHA and Elford-Gilbane Launch Job Safety Alliance for Ohiohealth Dublin Hospital Project |
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Region 5 News Release: 05-1807-CHI Date: Oct. 3, 2005 Contact: Juan Solano Phone: 312-353-6976 OSHA and Elford-Gilbane Launch Job Safety Alliance for Ohiohealth Dublin Hospital Project
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- The U.S. Labor Department's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Elford-Gilbane, a joint venture, have launched an alliance to protect employees' safety and health during construction of the Ohiohealth Dublin Hospital Project. "OSHA alliances are part of U.S. Labor Secretary Elaine L. Chao's efforts to improve the health and safety of workers," said Deborah Zubaty, OSHA's area director in Columbus. "They provide an opportunity to cooperate with OSHA in training and education, outreach and communication, and promoting a national dialogue on workplace safety and health." The alliance will provide members and others with information, guidance and access to training resources that will help them protect employees' health and safety. Elford-Gilbane will work with OSHA to provide a nine-hour, site-specific safety orientation for all contractors and workers on fall protection, electrical safety, moving equipment or materials, cranes, personal protective equipment, trenching and excavation, and emergency action planning. Contractors will be encouraged to use job hazard analysis to eliminate dangers to workers. The alliance will also provide workplace safety and health information from OSHA, Elford Inc., and Gilbane Building Company Web sites. OSHA and Elford-Gilbane will work together to develop and communicate information to help contractors and workers recognize and prevent job-related hazards. At conferences and public forums, alliance members will share information regarding best practices and forge innovative solutions to improve workplace safety and health. The alliance will also promote and encourage participation in OSHA's cooperative programs. These include compliance assistance, safety and health consultation programs, the Voluntary Protection Programs and the Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program. The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has created more than 350 alliances with organizations committed to fostering safety and health in the workplace. Employers are responsible for providing a safe and healthful workplace for their employees. OSHA's role is to ensure the safety and health of America's workers by setting and enforcing standards; providing training, outreach, and education; establishing partnerships; and encouraging continual improvement in workplace safety and health. For more information, visit www.osha.gov. # # #
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