The Transport Workers Union of America, Local 514, supports the principles of the Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) with OSHA and does not object to American Airlines, Inc. participation in the program. However, let it be understood that we (TWU, Local 514) reserve the right to change this position and withdraw from the program at a future date should conditions…
Category: Safety
7 Things You Must Carry in Your Car This Winter
If you already have an emergency kit, well done. Essentials such as first-aid supplies, jumper cables, gloves, a flashlight, duct tape, a tow strap, and some simple tools should already be in your trunk—if not for daily driving, then at least when you set out on a road trip. Here are some winter-specific items to…
Safety Committee, November 2013
Our Goal is to work towards keeping our working environment safe so that you can be there for your families. Below is the current list of TWU514 members that will help you be successful in achieving that goal. Please feel free to contact them with any and all safety related issues. Tony Bunch, Chair Dale…
Wanted! TWU Safety Coordinator MLS (Stores)
TWU 514 Safety is looking for someone – who has a passion for safety with the desire to help others- to apply for a full time TWU Safety Coordinator MLS (Stores) position. Applicants must be currently working in Title V MLS (Stores) to be considered. Duties will include but not limited to: Accident reviews Safety walks…
Wanted! TWU Safety Coordinator Facility Maintenance
TWU 514 Safety is looking for someone – who has a passion for safety with the desire to help others- to apply for a full-time TWU Safety Coordinator Facility Maintenance position. Applicants must be currently working in Title II Facility Maintenance to be considered. Duties will include, but not limited to: Accident reviews Safety walks…
Wanted!
TWU 514 Safety is looking for someone – who has a passion for safety with the desire to help others- to apply for a full time TWU Safety Coordinator position. Duties will include but not limited to accident reviews, safety walks, audits and observations, liaison between TWU and management, leading monthly safety meetings, giving safety report…
National Safety Month: Safety Starts With Me!
Our theme for 2013 is “Safety Starts With Me” because we all play a role in keeping each other safe. Check out this video of NSC staff as they share their own experiences with safety and hazard reporting! [youtube_video id =8jQf4uouaBA]
Perspectives on Cell Phone Distracted Driving: Enforcement is possible
In this Perspectives on Cell Phone Distracted Driving video series, two law enforcement officers discuss the dangers of cell phone use behind the wheel and how they use high visibility campaigns to eliminate this deadly distraction and make our roads safer.
Perspectives on Cell Phone Distracted Driving: A costly mistake
[youtube_video id=”NZ-TP3bikkc”] In this Perspectives on Cell Phone Distracted Driving video series, an emergency room nurse explains the kind of injuries incurred in cell phone distracted driving crashes and the economic impact.
Letter to Claire McCaskill From James Little RE: FAA Safety and Security Concerns
March 26, 2013 The Honorable Claire McCaskill 717 Hart Senate Office Building U.S. Senate Washington, DC 20510 Dear Senator McCaskill: I am writing you to ask you if the FAA has closed any additional safety and security items noted in their response to you January 11, 2010′. Within that letter to you, the Office of…