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With the ratification of the new Air Traffic CBA, an MOU went into effect. That MOU required the Agency to adhere to the IAQ Program Implementation Requirements (PIR). The PIR was developed collaboratively between the NATCA OSHA Committee and the Agency. This document defines actions that must be implemented when an IAQ issue arises. One of the biggest items revolved around water intrusion. As soon as a water leak occurs, the agency must ensure the area effected be completely dried within 48 hours. In the event that this cannot be accomplished, the area will be treated as a mold abatement project. The agency has begun to brief individuals that will be responsible to carry out the IAQ PIR. The SECMs in the Eastern Service Area will be briefed on Thursday September 29th and briefings for SECMs in the Central and Western Service areas are being scheduled. POC (Mike Odryna) OSH changes in the New CBA Numerous articles have changes in the CBA that affect how OSH issues are handled and coordinated throughout the FAA. The OSHA Committee will hold a webinar in November to discuss the changes. POC (Mike Odryna) OSH issue reporting If you have an OSH issue at your facility, use your normal reporting process. I.e. OCC, UCR etc. Also, contact you NATCA Regional OSHA rep. The regional OSH Rep's work as liaisons between the lines of business. If you have a concern about something occurring at your facility, you can fill out the following form to request a member of the OSHA Committee contact you to discuss your concerns. OSHA Committee Information Request Form Committee Membership: We still have vacancies in both the Southwest and Great Lakes Regions. POC: (Mike Odryna) BGR ATCT Water Intrusion and Mold Historical evidence of Water intrusion and Mold has been highlighted at Bangor ATCT. The FAA has conducted preliminary mold investigations and has sealed the area so as to prevent Mold spores from entering the workspace. A plan is currently being developed to seal the leaks and remove the mold. POC: (Geoff Bacci, Mike Odryna) Regional OSHECCOMs The NATCA Air Traffic Regional Reps and Region X reps attended their respective Regional OSHECCOM meetings throughout September and October in the Eastern, Great Lakes, Southwest, Central, and Northwest Mountain Regions. Minutes from the Regional OSHECCOM meetings can be found at: OSHECCOM KSN Site Fire Drill Requirement All FAA employees are required to participate in a fire drill annually. Ask your local management for the status of fire drills at your facility. POC: (Mike Odryna) HSV (HSV) Tower/TRACON IAQ Issues At the convention Mike Odryna was approached regarding IAQ issues at the Huntsville Facility. Then on during the week of September 19th painting was going on at the Tower. The employees voiced concerns over fumes in the Tower that lingered in to the weekend. The Agency is currently looking into the issue. POC: (Matt Tucker, Mike Odryna, Molly Ware) OTZ FSS REHAB

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