TRAINING & EVENTS

January 28, 2026

 FREE Seminar for Manufacturers

This presentation provides a comprehensive overview of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), highlighting its mission to ensure safe working conditions for employees. Attendees will learn about OSHA’s regulatory framework, including enforcement policies, compliance assistance programs, and employer responsibilities. Key topics include the significance of workplace safety, common violations, penalty structures, and the rights of workers. Participants will also explore resources available for training, education, and support in maintaining a safe work environment, making this presentation essential for employers and workers committed to safety.

This is an informal seminar that will allow manufacturers to learn more about OSHA and have the opportunity to ask any questions. This is a great way to find out what new regulations are coming down the pipeline and/or introduce new quality managers to OSHA. Please register so we can have appropriate seating.

Email rkeller@nwirc.org for additional information or questions.

Mark Harmon Bio:

Hello, my name is Mark Harmon, and I am the Compliance Assistance Specialist (CAS) at the Federal OSHA Area Office in Erie, Pennsylvania, with 29 years of dedicated experience in promoting workplace safety and compliance.

Initially, I served as a Compliance Safety & Health Officer (CSHO), conducting over six hundred inspections across sectors such as manufacturing, construction, healthcare, and oil and gas. For the past 15 years, I have focused on assisting companies through outreach and managing initiatives like the Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP) and Partnerships. I hold a master’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health from Marshall University and have expertise in training and regulatory compliance.

I believe in a proactive approach to workplace safety, emphasizing the importance of education and collaboration. Before OSHA, I worked as a FAA licensed aircraft technician in Santa Barbara, California, after serving in the US Air Force at Edwards Air Force Base