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Colorado Chapter Newsletter
June 2010 (pdf) ASSE Region II Newsletter
Summer 2010 (pdf)
OSHA Site-Specific Targeting List - Colorado 2010 (xls)
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AIHA-RMS & ASSE Fall Technical ConferenceSeptember 28-29, 2010 - Arvada Center - Arvada, CO
Fall Tech Conference registration is now open! Register today to get the early bird discount!
September 2010 Chapter MeetingTuesday, September 14, 2010 - 11:00am - Garcia's Mexican Restaurant Flame-Resistance Clothing and the Oilfield On March 19, 2010 OSHA issued a formal clarification of its enforcement policy regarding the use of flame-resistant clothing (FRC) in oil and gas drilling, well servicing and production related operations. OSHA believed this clarification was needed because between 1997 and 2003 16% of the fatalities occurring in the oilfield were related to fire and explosion. The clarification of the enforcement policy emphasizes the requirement for companies to conduct a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) followed by a Personal Protective Equipment Assessment to determine the potential need for protective equipment against flash fire hazards under 29 CFR 1910.132(a). However, the letter goes further than just requiring the JHA in that it outlines specific operations and circumstances where OSHA believes flash fire hazards exist in the oilfield. The clarification also goes beyond requiring employers to provide the FRC, requiring the employer to ensure the FRC is properly utilized and maintained. Additionally the letter instructs inspectors to cite employers on an employee by employee basis. We will present the details included in the clarification letter, and discuss the implications to oilfield operations. Jeffrey has 30 years of professional experience working as an exploration and production geologist and an environmental, health and safety consultant. As an exploration and production geologist, Jeffrey was responsible for oversight of drilling operations, construction of well sites and compressor stations and the exploitation of new and mature producing areas. Jeffrey’s expertise lies in helping clients identify areas of potential risk and aiding them in discovering effective and efficient plans to reduce those risks.
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RSVP with Dustin Richartz at dustin_richartz@hotmail.com. ASSE Members on the MovePlease e-mail notices of your professional achievements (new job announcements, promotions, professional certifications, company safety awards, etc.) to coloradoasse@gmail.com for inclusion in upcoming chapter newsletters. Dustin Richartz Completes Masters DegreeDustin Richartz graduated from the Tulane School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine in New Orleans, LA on Saturday May 15, 2010 with a Masters of Public Health (MPH) in Occupational Health and Safety Management. He also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Colorado Christian University. Richartz is also a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and has been an active member in the Colorado Chapter of ASSE where he currently serves on the executive board. Richard C. Zellen Jr becomes a Certified Safety ProfessionalSavoy, Illinois (April 6, 2010) - Richard C Zellen Jr has completed all requirements
for certification as a Certified Safety Professional (CSP). This highly respected certification is Certified Safety Professionals specialize in protecting workers, the public, property, and the environment by identifying, evaluating, and controlling hazards. The CSP directs safety programs at a corporate level to reduce risk and loss. Steven Schoolcraft, BCSP Examination Director, said, "Becoming a CSP elevates a safety professional to the top of his or her field. " The Board of Certified Safety Professionals, governed by 13 directors with seven membership organizations, establishes standards for and verifies minimum competency in professional safety practice. BCSP also evaluates CSPs for compliance with re-certification requirements. Since 1969, almost 20,000 individuals have achieved the Certified Safety Professional certification. Currently, more than 11,000 hold the CSP. BCSP is a nationally accredited, non-profit corporation chartered in Illinois, with headquarters in Savoy. More information about BCSP, the CSP and professional safety practice is available at www.bcsp.org. Ed Davis Appointed Vice-Chairman of National AGC Safety Committee The Associated General Contractors (AGC) America recently appointed Ed Davis, CSP, ARM, Safety and Stormwater Director for the AGC Colorado, to Vice Chairman for the National AGC Safety and Heath Committee’s Chapter Leadership Subcommittee and as a member of the National AGC Steering Committee for Safety and Health. ASSE Region II Recognizes Michael Lorenzo as 2010's Regional Safety Professional of the YearDES PLAINES, IL (March 15, 2010) — Outstanding safety and health professionals are the driving force behind the 99-year-old American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE). In addition working to prevent injuries and illnesses at work, members volunteer their time and resources throughout the year to protect people, property and the environment. ASSE is proud to announce that Mike Lorenzo of the Colorado Chapter, has received the 2010 Region II Safety Professional of the Year (SPY) award. With over 20 years of experience in safety, Lorenzo has worked as an Army Medic, a security and safety officer for NCAR, a safety engineer for IBM and as a safety engineer, compliance safety and health officer (CSHO) for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in Denver, Colorado. He is currently a construction safety specialist for Pinnacol Assurance, servicing Northern Colorado, and continues to be an active member of the ASSE Colorado Chapter. Lorenzo holds two Baccalaureate degrees, one in Biology and the other in Kinesiology from the University of Colorado in Boulder. He also holds a Master’s degree in Environmental policy and safety health management from the University of Denver. As a dedicated ASSE member, Lorenzo has made many contributions to his community and to the safety profession. He has held many offices for ASSE’s Colorado Chapter, including membership chair, treasurer, programs chair, and president-elect and has served as the chapter president and serves as delegate. Currently, Lorenzo serves as the Region II Area B Director. Lorenzo also works as an OSHA outreach trainer at the OSHA Training Institute and has partnered and served with the local Rocky Mountain Section of the American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA-RMS), holding a position on the local section board of directors as Legislative Affairs chair for the 2003-2004 year. Lorenzo provides loss prevention services to five industry associations including the Steel Erectors Safety Association of Colorado (SESAC), American Subcontractors Association (ASA), Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC), Contractors Elite Safety Association (CESA) and the Colorado Safety Association (CSA). When asked how ASSE membership contributes to his experiences as a safety professional, Lorenzo commented, “ASSE is a critical component of a safety professional’s success. The organization allows professionals to expand their horizons to grow and develop into the professional they want to become.” He continued, “I am deeply humbled and proud to receive the SPY award and attribute it to giving back to the safety and health profession. I love my job, not because of awards or recognition, but because it allows me to help others have safe experiences at work and return home to their families every day.” Rick Zellen Awarded ARM Designation by Insurance Institute of AmericaColorado Chapter ASSE member Richard “Rick” C. Zellen, Jr. has been awarded the Associate in Risk Management (ARM) designation and diploma by the Insurance Institute of America for successfully completing courses and examinations that test for knowledge of risk management programs, the risk management process, loss exposures, and risk financing. Rick is currently employed by Willis North America as the South Central Regional Construction Risk Control Manager and is an Assistant Vice President, Sr. Risk Control Consultant. Prior to working with Willis NA, Rick also held positions as a Corporate Safety Director with American Civil Constructors, District Safety Manager with the Pacific Structures District of Kiewit and a Safety and Health Supervisor with Bechtel. Rick earned his Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice/Communications from Stonehill College. Rick also has earned his Associate Safety Professional and working toward his Certified Safety Professional designation. Jack Cain becomes a Certified Safety Professional® (CSP®)Encore Electric Safety & Health Manger Jack Cain has completed all requirements for certification as a Certified Safety Professional (CSP). This highly respected certification is awarded to individuals who meet academic standards, satisfy professional safety experience requirements, and have passed two rigorous examinations. The examinations cover engineering and management aspects of safety, applied sciences, legal and regulatory matters, professional affairs, and other safety-related topics. Certified Safety Professionals specialize in protecting workers, the public, property, and the environment by identifying, evaluating, and controlling hazards. The CSP directs safety programs at a corporate level to reduce risk and loss. Steven Schoolcraft, BCSP Examination Director, said, "Becoming a CSP elevates a safety professional to the top of his or her field." Fred Wilton becomes a Certified Safety Professional® (CSP®)Haselden Construction Safety & Environmental Manager Fred Wilton has completed all requirements for certification as a Certified Safety Professional (CSP). This highly respected certification is awarded to individuals who meet academic standards, satisfy professional safety experience requirements, and have passed two rigorous examinations. The examinations cover engineering and management aspects of safety, applied sciences, legal and regulatory matters, professional affairs, and other safety-related topics. Certified Safety Professionals specialize in protecting workers, the public, property, and the environment by identifying, evaluating, and controlling hazards. The CSP directs safety programs at a corporate level to reduce risk and loss. Steven Schoolcraft, BCSP Examination Director, said, "Becoming a CSP elevates a safety professional to the top of his or her field." Mark Semonisck Awarded 2010 Colorado Chapter ASSE Safety Professional of the YearDENVER, CO (January 26, 2010) – The American Society of Safety Engineers’ (ASSE) Colorado chapter recently honored Mark F. Semonisck, CSP, AVP, with the annual Safety Professional of the Year (SPY) award for his ongoing contributions to his community and his commitment to protecting people, property and the environment. ASSE is a 99-year-old safety society with more than 32,000 occupational safety, health and environmental (SH&E) professional members located worldwide. Semonisck joined ASSE as a student member in 1979 and became a professional member in 1980. He served as president of the Colorado Chapter from 2006-2007 and has a B.S. degree with a Fire Science minor and an M.S. degree in Industrial Safety Engineering from Central Missouri State University. Semonisck is an assistant vice president and senior loss control consultant for Lockton Companies, LLC, in Denver. He provides loss control services to clients, including safety program management and construction safety subject matter expertise and assists clients in organizing their safety efforts and program implementation. Semonisck is also active in the Denver Local-Regional Construction Industry Safety Community. In 2009, while visiting a construction site where students in Pickens Technical College’s Home Construction Program were building a house, he and another ASSE member, Mary Lee Gibson, noticed several students working at the site were wearing tennis shoes instead of appropriate footwear-sturdy work boots, which protect workers from injuries. They organized a program at Lockton to raise money to purchase work boots for the disadvantaged students in the school’s construction classes and later expanded it to include the automotive programs. Lockton and Gibson raised enough money to purchase 70 pairs of boots for students. The students were pleased and also responded by sending thank you notes. “Mark singularly drove Lockton’s program to provide safety equipment donations to the Pickens Technical School. The program will have a long lasting impact on both these students and local workplaces,” Christine Sullivan, CSP, ASSE member, and Semonisck’s supervisor at Lockton Companies. “What is also exciting is that Mark’s father was also a very celebrated safety professional. Robert Semonisck, Ph.D., CIT, was an ASSE vice president of the finance and professional development committees and received the Society’s highest honor – Society Fellow.” The SPY awards, voted on by peers, are given annually to the most outstanding safety professionals for contributions to service and leadership within their regions and chapters – for “making a difference”. There are eight ASSE regions, each containing anywhere from 15 to 20 chapters. ASSE members volunteer their time to assist their chapters and the society in promoting work safety and the safety, health and environmental (SH&E) profession. Alan Pitney Awarded 2010 Colorado Chapter ASSE Safety Professional of the YearDENVER, CO (January 26, 2010) – The American Society of Safety Engineers’ (ASSE) Colorado chapter recently honored ASSE member Alan S. Pitney, CSP, with its annual Safety Professional of the Year (SPY) award for his ongoing contribution to protecting people, property and the environment, his chapter, and the Society. ASSE is a 99-year-old safety society with more than 32,000 occupational safety, health and environmental (SH&E) members located worldwide. Pitney has been an ASSE member since 1981 and became a professional member when he earned his Certified Safety Professional (CSP) designation in 1990. He served as chapter president from 2004-2005 and during his tenure the chapter established the Northern Colorado section. In 2006, Pitney received the ASSE Chapter Stars Recognition Award at the Society’s annual professional development conference held that year in Seattle, WA. He also served as Region II assistant vice president for chapter and regional affairs from 2006-2008. Pitney was a member of the first AIHA-RMS/ASSE Colorado Joint Fall Technical Conference committee. The two-day annual technical conference for safety and health professionals combines technical talks with a vendor expo and draws health and safety professionals from around the region. Pitney is a senior environmental health and safety (EHS) professional for Questar Market Resources in Denver, CO, and has earned degrees from Colorado State University and the University of Denver where he received his Masters in Environmental Policy and Management. He also holds an Advanced Certificate in Environmental Management from the University of Denver. As an SH&E professional for Questar Exploration and Production company’s mid-continent (Tulsa and Oklahoma City) and southern Rockies (Denver-Legacy) divisions, Pitney supports operations managers and their 13 field foremen in CO, NM, TX, OK, AR and LA. “Alan is the consummate safety professional,” Holli Merchant, CIH, CSP, Colorado chapter president said. “He is extremely knowledgeable and willing to engage in educating individuals and groups. He is also very committed to protecting people, property and the environment.” The SPY awards, voted on by peers, are given annually to the most outstanding safety professionals for contributions to service and leadership within their regions and chapters – for “making a difference”. There are eight ASSE regions, each containing anywhere from 15 to 20 chapters. ASSE members volunteer their time to assist their chapters and the society in promoting work safety and the SH&E profession. Join the ASSE Young Professionals in SH&E Common Interest Group!We are submitting this memo with the intention of soliciting local endorsement and support of a common interest group of ASSE called Young Professionals in SH&E. This common interest group that is focused on the involvement and advancement of new professionals in the field of safety has been in existence for several years but is currently taking a more assertive position in seeking out new members. YP in SH&E is a nation-wide organization with its administrators residing in various regions of ASSE that are working toward national recognition throughout all regions of ASSE. We believe that growth and achievement in the safety industry can be attained more effectively and efficiently with the help of seasoned safety professionals as well as by assisting those who are new in the field to achieve their goals. Furthermore, increasing our reach to other regions and chapters will greatly enhance the diversity of our members which will subsequently increase the quality of expertise and resources available to all members. Leadership of YP in SH&E are looking for effective ways to inform perspective members of its presence, promote the networking and growth opportunities, and provide a venue for industry-specific support. Beginning at the local chapter level with promotion on websites, in meetings and gatherings, and in publications we will be able to reach out to a greater number of young professionals. More specifically, we would like to occupy a small portion and/or mention in this local chapter’s website, publications, and meetings. YP in SH&E is willing to provide any information to be published and mentioned in the website or any other appropriate publication. If you would be willing to support YP in SH&E in this way please contact me as soon as possible. If you have any questions or more information is necessary please contact me as soon as possible. Cameron Clark, MA Upcoming ASSE WebinarsSee the ASSE Virtual Classroom website for more information about ASSE Webinars. When No One's Watching: The Psychology of Self-Motivation Combustible Dust in the Workplace: OSHA Enforcement and Rulemaking Proceedings The Human Side of Safety: Using Critical Error Reduction Techniques to Dramatically Improve Safety Performance About the American Society of Safety EngineersFounded in 1911, ASSE is the oldest and largest professional safety organization. Its more than 30,000 members manage, supervise and consult on safety, health, and environmental issues in industry, insurance, government and education. ASSE is guided by a 16-member Board of Directors, which consists of 8 regional vice presidents; three council vice presidents; Society president, president-elect, senior vice president, vice president of finance and executive director. ASSE has 13 practice specialties, 150 chapters, 56 sections and 64 student sections. |
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The annual AIHA-RMS & ASSE Fall Technical Conference dates have been selected. Please hold September 28-29, 2010 for the Conference at the Arvada Center in Arvada, Colorado.