This form is to be used to report hazards, unsafe conditions, work practice and, in the opinion of the APWU, hostile work environments. You can use this form to report anything that you think could jeopardize your health: Dirty conditions, pests, mold, disturbed or broken building materials (tiles, insulation, etc.) The form must be readily…
Background The Center Ossipee, East Wakefield, and Conway (all leased) post offices are in the Maine-New Hampshire-Vermont District. The Postal Service is required to maintain a safe and healthy environment for both employees and customers in accordance with its internal policies and procedures and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety laws. Our objective was…
The Postal Service is publishing a special coronavirus pandemic-themed edition of Area Update, its print newsletter for employees. National Update: Special COVID-19 Edition includes a message from Postmaster General Megan J. Brennan, information on coronavirus resources and news about how employees are working through the public health crisis. Expected to begin arriving in homes during…
From: Vance Zimmerman <vzimmerman@apwu.org> Sent: Friday, May 15, 2020 10:50 AM To: APWU National Officers Subject: Temperature Screenings at Postal Facilities The APWU is continuing to make every effort ensure the safety of APWU represented employees. Part of these efforts now include the implementation of employee temperature screening. The screening equipment will first be tested…
In a special âBusiness Focusâ video released this week, Postmaster General Megan J. Brennan updates employees on the new coronavirus. The virus, also known as COVID-19, was identified late last year in Wuhan, China, and has been spreading around the world, including the United States. âThe Postal Service is taking this health threat seriously, but…
In recognition of National Preparedness Month, the Postal Service wants employees to make workplace security a high priority. To keep your facility safe, secure entry points when not in use, always wear your USPS photo ID badge and stay vigilant for individuals not wearing badges. Additionally, you should: ⢠Secure unattended USPS vehicles and trailers….
04/05/2019 – Each year on April 28 we observe Workers Memorial Day. Itâs a day when working people throughout the world remember those who were hurt or killed on the job and recommit to the struggle for a safe workplace. On this day in 1971, the Occupational Safety and Health Act became effective and the…
Postal Service employees across the nation are learning how to promote safe workplaces through the organizationâs new safety ambassadors program. Safety ambassadors are voluntary positions that help identify and abate hazards, raise awareness of safe work practices, and improve communication on safety matters. USPS is now training the ambassadors who responded to the organizationâs call…
