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2024

Saturday, April 6th

FREE Kickoff Event - Register Below!

Time: 12:00pm

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Appetizers and Dinner included

Special Gest Speaker: Brett Fortin, OSHA

Location: Dudley Gendron Post, 156 Boston Rd, Sutton, MA

Brett Fortin is the Compliance Assistance Specialist with the Springfield Area OSHA office. Prior to joining OSHA in 2014, he completed 20 years as an iron worker and safety inspector with the U S Naval Construction Force (SEABEES). During his time with the U S Navy, he completed his AAS in Construction Technology from Coastline Community College and his BS in Occupational Safety and Health from Columbia Southern University. He served as a Compliance Safety and Health officer for the Springfield Area Office from July 2014 until October 2020, where he completed over 600 construction, general industry, and industrial hygiene inspections.

Join us for a crucial seminar with Brett Fortin, the Springfield Area OSHA office's Compliance Assistance Specialist, as he shares key insights from his rich background in occupational safety and health. Brett, with 20 years as an iron worker and safety inspector with the U.S. Naval Construction Force (SEABEES) and extensive experience in safety management, will focus on applying lessons learned from OSHA to enhance technical rescue operations.

With over 600 inspections under his belt in construction, general industry, and industrial hygiene, Brett's session promises to be a treasure trove of practical strategies and safety protocols vital for emergency situations. This seminar is a must-attend for safety professionals, emergency responders, and anyone involved in technical rescue, offering essential knowledge to improve safety outcomes in your organization.

Secure your spot now for an opportunity to learn from a seasoned expert in the field.

12 Noon Doors open for registration and social hour with apps

13:00 Meeting start with housekeeping and welcome

13:05 Opening remarks and introduction of board members

13:20 What is M.A.T.R.S and our new plans

13:50 How members can help with the website and social media

14:00 Key speaker, Brett Fortin

15:15 Announcement on 2 day seminar and future meetings

15:20 Commits from each district team leaders on callouts/lessons learned

16:00 Vendors and food

1700 Adjourn