AIHA Indiana Local Section
Presents
The IOSHA Voluntary Protection Plan (VPP) Process and Becoming a Special Government Employee (SGE)
Speaker: Beth A. Gonzalez, VPP Team Leader, Indiana Dept. of Labor
Meeting Summary:
Beth will present on the topic of the IOSHA Voluntary Protection Plan (VPP). Created in 1982, OSHA's Voluntary Protection Programs recognize and partner with businesses and worksites that show excellence in occupational safety and health. Sites are committed to effective employee protection beyond the requirements of OSHA standards. VPP participants develop and implement systems to effectively identify, evaluate, prevent and control occupational hazards to prevent employee injuries and illnesses. Beth will also discuss the Special Government Employee (SGE) Program. The program was established to allow industry employees to work alongside OSHA during Voluntary Protection Programs' (VPP) onsite evaluations. Not only does this innovative program benefit OSHA by supplementing its on-site evaluation teams, but it gives industry and government an opportunity to work together and share views and ideas.
Presenter:
Board Meeting: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
George's Neighborhood Grill
6935 Lake Plaza Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46220
PH: (317) 577-1600
