VOLUNTARY PROTECTION PROGRAM -

VPP STAR CERTIFICATION

 

STRATEGIC PLANNING FOR A VPP INITIATIVE

 

WORLD CLASS SAFETY AND HEALTH WITH OSHA’S

VOLUNTARY PROTECTION PROGRAM

 

WORKSHOP AGENDA

8:00 am through 4:00 PM

 

Introduction and Course objectives

VPP history, latest requirements,

Star, Merit and the Corporate program

Why VPP?

The benefits

Misconceptions

VPP is a safety and health management system

Comparisons to traditional safety and current management models

VPP requirements – based on the 2000 revisions

The basic categories explained in detail with reference to the Federal Register (provided) and  OSHA ‘s audit tool

Management Leadership

Employee Involvement

Worksite Analysis

Hazard assessment and Control

Safety and Health Training

Getting to Star – the Management Plan

Management Commitment

Employee Buy In

Steering teams

Assess Where You Are – VPP Gap Analysis

Self assessment Tool (provided)

The Importance of Culture – what changes to the existing safety culture are needed to enable VP to succeed?

What are your companies values regarding safety and health?

Assess your culture – Various options – some are cheap,  some  quick and easy and then there is the right way

The Change Process – eight steps

OK, you have identified your program and culture gaps – Now develop an Action Plan

Accountability is Critical – develop responsibilities and expectations for all (with examples)

Employee Involvement is Critical – getting more of it.

The Application process (with examples)

Required Documentation in the application and on site

Maintain Focus and Employee Interest During the Process –  communication, recognition, and celebration.

The On- Site Audit by OSHA

Interview questions, document review, show stoppers

Once You’re a Star - ongoing commitments, annual evaluation, continual improvement, periodic OSHA review

Why Do Some VPP Sites fail?

VPPPA and other resources

 

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