OSHA chief expresses support for VPP, urges members to share their approach

摘要

OSHA chief David Michaels, PhD, encouraged participants in OSHA's Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP) to help other employers understand the benefits of a strong and active commitment to safety and health. Speaking at the Voluntary Protection Programs Participants' Association (VPPPA) annual conference, Michaels underscored OSHA's support for VPP. This comes despite some criticism that the agency has not backed VPP as much as in the past. Commented Michaels, "VPP remains a very high priority for OSHA, and we want to see the program continue to thrive." While administrations change, "our commitment to the program doesn't waver," he added.