On May 18, 1999, NAIMA joined cooperatively with the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and key insulation contractor organizations to announce the establishment of the Health and Safety Partnership Program (HSPP) for fiber glass, rock wool and slag wool (also known as synthetic vitreous fibers or SVF). The HSPP is a voluntary program that consolidates existing industry work practice recommendations into an organized educational and training program with OSHA’s seal of approval.
The HSPP reaffirms the long-standing commitment of fiber glass, rock wool and slag wool manufacturers to the safety and well being of their workers and customers. The HSPP makes specific and uniform job site work recommendations for the proper and safe handling of insulation materials and provides a comprehensive education and training program for workers.
NAIMA believes that a commitment from manufacturers and contractors to follow the HSPP will assure greater worker protection. By taking advantage of the training opportunities and informational literature provided through the HSPP, employers will benefit from an educated and knowledgeable work force. NAIMA believes that each contractor/installer should make a commitment to support the HSPP and encourage workers to follow the suggested guidelines set forth in the Program. The HSPP will provide further benefits to employers such as increasing worker comfort, reducing the number of worker compensation claims, and helping to protect against any legal liability or government enforcement action.
Choose from the menu upper right to learn about the HSPP, including the complete work practice recommendations, answers to common questions about the HSPP and information about how to order free HSPP video and materials from NAIMA.
