Make a Difference Week Comments
2005
Take A Stand Day Comments
On August 25th, we participated in "Take A Stand Day” for Workplace Safety and Health by requesting a safety hazard survey be conducted by a MIOSHA professional. Ms. Eva Hatt was assigned to our facility and was very helpful in pointing out some issues we had not identified. The issues/concerns noted were reviewed by the management team and assigned to the appropriate departments. We are holding weekly meetings to track efforts to address these items with a tentative deadline for completion of October 31st. We also showed the "Making A Difference" CD to our Safety Committee at their regular meeting for this month. We reviewed and discussed the list of issues/concerns with Safety Committee as well in hopes it will assist them as they conduct their own audits at our facility.
After reviewing the material in the Toolbox it has become apparent staff at MIOSHA has spent a considerable amount of time and effort to put this project together. It is our intent to make use of this material as we work toward qualifying for MSHARP. I cannot think of anything you could do to improve on the effort. Good Job!!
A representative from Spence Brothers writes:
If this assistance was offered again our company would certainly participate and benefit. An excellent way for contractors and MIOSHA working together to promote safety.
A representative from Pipp Mobile Storage writes:
It was a great learning experience. Thanks again to Mark Scott for his insight and time.
Steve Sleeper from Pullum Window Corp. writes:
MIOSHA Representative Donald Trefry was very professional, detailed, and gave me some good advise and documents to improve our safety in areas that I had overlooked.
A representative from Glastender, Inc. writes:
The safety survey conducted by Ms. Eva Hatt was very thorough and some issues/concerns were identified that we had missed. She also was able to answer some questions we had regarding some issues we had identified but were unable to resolve. Hopefully this will allow us to avoid injuries in these areas.
A representative from an unknown company writes:
Thanks to MIOSHA, we now have the correct respirators, filters, etc. Great Job!
P.S. We also completed the CTAP Backhoe Safety Course.
A representative from Progressive Metal Forming Inc. writes:
Very helpful, it’s nice to know we have MIOSHA whenever needed. It is in every company’s best interest to work with MIOSHA and utilize resources available, thanks again.
David Lynch of Super Steel Treating Co. writes:
Repeat the program annually, our company thought the program was very useful and also a great use of state resources. Program promotes a joint effort – productive atmosphere.
A representative from Danboise Mechanical Inc. writes:
We were lucky enough to be contacted by a compliance officer, a CET consultant and a safety health manager – Richard Grafmiller and Gerry Dike were fantastic! We’ve already implemented all of their suggestions.
A representative from Oakland County Government writes:
We were very impressed with this program. Mr. Kivell was extremely helpful and informative regarding our G.I. issues. FMO staff had almost 30 suggestions for updates/upgrades.
A representative from Muskegon Casting Corporation writes:
Make this an annual event with employers! Maybe send a pre inspection packet to let us know guidelines for new employers.
A representative from Port City Castings writes:
Offer this every year to employers. It was great and extremely helpful.
A representative from M.D.G. Enterprises, Inc. writes:
It would be nice to make this a semi-annual event. It might get more employers involved.
A representative from Jacobs Sverdrup writes:
Was very impressed with reps experience and knowledge. Robert Black was very professional as well. I appreciate the dedication from the gov. to your rep concerning safety. I’m new in the safety world and look forward to making a difference like yourselves.
A representative from Dow Corning H.I.M.S writes:
Lee Jay Kueppers was wonderful. There were great comments and suggestions. I think this is a wonderful program. I first want to say thanks for coming out to our site. I really feel that this is a step in a good direction for MIOSHA. I know it is probably frustrating to you folks to get called into a site after an incident. It must feel good to get a call to come in before one instead. We really appreciate the comments and suggestions, especially the one concerning the milling and material handling back in the Extrusion area. We are passing the ideas around already. I will keep you up to date as we move forward with the improvements…. Again, thanks for the time, effort and suggestions. As far as our site is concerned, Take A Stand Day was a huge success.
A representative from Arenac Casting, Inc. writes:
John Hodgson was very courteous, insightful. Remains to be determined exactly how helpful his visit was. It appears that most grinder manufacturers are not addressing ergonomics. Especially anti-vibration features in die grinders, which is what we are looking for. John has indicated that he remains available to help in any way possible.
A representative from Chardon Rubber JRG from:
Very helpful, should continue this program. Thank you.
A representative from Aerofab, Inc. writes:
Very helpful. Nice to talk to MIOSHA without fear of repercussions. The only suggestion I have is to provide this type of effort more often. This has definitely improved my image of MIOSHA.
A representative from DieTech Tool Mfg., Inc. writes:
I look forward to this opportunity again.
A representative from Cotterman Co/ Conveyor Component Co. writes:
Provided excellent guidance.
A representative from Crankshaft Machine writes:
Enjoyed participating in this and Make a Difference Week, to identify areas of improvement with the emphasis on safety.
David Sochacki of Pipp Mobile Storage Systems writes:
"Thanks again for your insight and time."
A representative from Moyle Construction writes:
Jim Dykes was very willing to be involved with our program and even did our weekly Toolbox talk. Thanks.
Cindy Boyd of Future Tool & Machining, Inc. writes:
I would like to compliment MIOSHA on a very positive initiative in reference to the Make A Difference and Take A Stand activities.
We participated in activities and also requested the citation free inspection, taking advantage of the opportunity to have a site inspection and review of our Occupational Health and Safety manual. Industrial Hygienist, Magnus Ndukwe, was very pleasant and patient with all our questions and offered additional assistance where needed. We also receive the MIOSHA Safety and Health Tool Box filled with useful information. Throughout this week, we have received additional message with recommended activities.
I thank everyone at MIOSHA for this opportunity.