August and September have been extremely busy months here at the Chesapeake Chapter of ASSP; a great way to start saying goodbye to summer. The weather has cooled off significantly but there still are a few hot afternoons ahead. Workers need to dress appropriately for the temperature changes throughout the day. The sun is lower in the sky and creates a glare that can greatly reduce visibility, so please have your sunglasses ready.
The ASSP Region VI PDC held August 23 – 27 in Myrtle Beach, SC. Was a big success with representation of several of our Chapter members. Thanks to all the Region VI PDC committee members for all their efforts. Prior to the PDC the Fall Regional Operation Conference was held with a strong contingency from the Chesapeake Chapter participating. One of the topics of considerable concern is the Governance Changes proposed for the House of Delegates and the Board of Directors.
The Society has appointed a task force to develop what they believe are changes appropriate to meet these goals. The scope and implications of these proposed governance changes far exceed what this short message can cover. There has already been significant debate and consideration from a number of different sources and opinions. I urge all our members to be informed about these changes, please go to https://www.assp.org/about/assp-governance for the latest information. The House of Delegates (HOD) will meet on September 28, 2021 for a regular HOD Session; however, the Governance Change vote has been postponed until early 2022 to better answer questions and disseminate information. A chapter monthly meeting was held on August 19, 2021 @ 10:00 specifically to address this issue. Once you have reviewed the information, please contact one of our Delegates, Paul Esposito or James Woodward to voice your opinion. The Executive Committee of the Chesapeake Chapter will vote at the September EC Meeting on how to instruct our Delegates to proceed at the HOD Meeting.
Change can be difficult, but is always easier to accept and implement when we are well informed of what we are trying to achieve and why. Let’s work together so the Chesapeake Chapter can meet its full potential and be the best that it can be!
On that note, congratulations to the Chesapeake Chapter for achieving PLATINUM Level for Activity Year 2020-2021. Well done by all who participated. If you would like to participate there are great leadership opportunities available on various committees, please see https://chesapeake.assp.org/ and choose a committee aligned with your interests.
Thank you for all your service to the Chapter, The Society and all our members.
Stay Safe & Healthy!
Yours truly,
James F Kane (Jim)
Chesapeake Chapter President
American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP)