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News & Information
U.S. Department of Labor Sets Guidelines For VPP Incentive Programs (April 22nd, 2011)
The enclosed document clarifies policy and procedure guidelines for the review and evaluation of safety and health incentive programs at VPP applicant and participant worksites. Please review the attached memo from Assistant Secretary David Michaels clarifying OSHA's position on incentive programs at VPP sites. This policy is effective immediately as of April 22nd, 2011. To review the entire memorandum, please go to this link. |
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January is National Radon Action Month
The EPA has designated January as National Radon Action Month. Learn more about the national effort to take action against radon, the health concerns in association with radon exposure and what you can do to eliminate these exposures by visiting the Environmental Protection Agency's website's radon link.
February is American Heart Month.
Go to the American Heart Association's website for more information.
June is National Safety Month! Go to the National Safety Council website for promotional and informational ideas you may use at your facilities.
Bringing Workplace Safety & Health Home
During National Preparedness Month (September), the Home Safety Council offers advice and and resources to help families prepare for emergencies.
2010 Election Results Signal a Better Climate for VPP FALLS CHURCH, Va. – After the recent 2010 elections, it is time for the Voluntary Protection Programs Participants’ Association, Inc. (VPPPA) to consider the outcomes. To that end, the association would like to share the interpretation of the outcome published in the American Industrial Hygiene Association’s (AIHA) Happenings From The Hill, particularly as it relates to the safety and health industry. The prognosis for the Voluntary Protection Programs is a positive one. Read more on the Election News Release or go to the National VPPPA Website.
We would like to commend all VPPPA Region VII sponsors. Without yours and their support, commitment and dedication, our VPPPA mission would not be attainable. View the sponsor list under the sponsorship link. |
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