Monday, August 31, 2009

ASPPI organizes its 10th General Assembly and Convention

Last August 27 to 28, 2009, the Association of Safety Practitioners of the Philippines Inc. (ASPPI) organized its 10th National Convention and General Assembly of Safety Practitioners and Advocates. The convention shared the theme “Managing Occupational Safety and Health Amidst Economic Challenges” and was held at the Apo View Hotel, Davao City.

The event generally started through the presentations of ASPPI Regional Chapter by Engr. Joanne Dionela, ASPPI National Board of Directors. Hon. Marianito D. Roque, Secretary of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), graced the event’s keynote speaker.

Other speakers who also shared their thoughts for the event were Ms. Cynthia R. Cruz, Executive Director of DOLE Institute of Labor Studies for the topic Building a Safety Culture in the Light of Decent Work Agenda, and Mr. Nomer A. Reynaldo, SHESQ Manager of SN Aboitiz Power Group.

The assembly also included the presentation of Joint Resolution for the Proposed Amendment of Proclamation No. 115-A, and the oath-taking and the renewal of commitment of National Officers and Board of Directors, and all ASPPI Members.

ASSPI is a non-stock, non-profit professional organization composed of Department of Labour and Employment (DOLE) and the Bureau of Working Condition (BWC) accredited safety practitioners and consultants and aims to assist DOLE in the promotion, administration and enforcement of the Occupational Safety & Health (OSH) standards.

For more information about the event, do visit ASPPI website at www.asppi.org.ph, or do contact ASPPI secretariat at the telefax number 412-1214 or e-mail at asppi_1999@yahoo.com/asppi1999@yahoo.com.

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