Fighting for Our Safety and Health

CWAers gathered in Pittsburgh, Pa., this week for the 2016 Health, Safety, and Environment Conference.

The meeting, held with the United Steelworkers, brought together union occupational health and safety activists to develop strategies to improve day-to-day working conditions, share knowledge, and hone their skills. Workshops focused on emergency response, the role of OSHA labor liaisons, ergonomics, safety risks on the job, occupational diseases, and more. Speakers included CWA President Chris Shelton, Labor Secretary Tom Perez, and Steelworkers President Leo Gerard.

Speaking to attendees, President Shelton commemorated the 10 CWA members lost this year. "This is a reminder of the work we need to do," he said.

Members of CWA Local 2108 and USW Local 1441 attended the Health, Safety, and Environment Conference.
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CWA President Chris Shelton addressed the Health, Safety, and Environment Conference.