Red Cross to Offer Free Workplace Health and Safety Seminar
News Release: October 3, 2006
Contact: Janice Osborne, director-Communications and Marketing; (610) 865-4400, ext. 262

The American Red Cross of the Greater Lehigh Valley will host a free workplace health and safety seminar Thursday, Nov. 2, from 9 a.m. to noon, at its offices at 2200 Avenue A, Bethlehem. The seminar is geared to medium- to large-size companies in the greater Lehigh Valley.

Red Cross Health and Safety experts will explain recent changes in first aid and CPR training and its impact on instructional methods, as well as engage participants in hands-on exercises for better understanding of the latest lifesaving techniques. Scott Shimandle from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) will discuss compliance issues and their impact on businesses.

A free continental breakfast will be available. Seating is limited. For reservations, call Hannah Wildasin at (610) 865-4400, ext. 272, or send an e-mail to wildasinh@usa.redcross.org. No walk-ins, please.

The American Red Cross of the Greater Lehigh Valley serves more than 660,000 residents of Carbon, Lehigh and Northampton counties. Last year the Red Cross provided health and safety education training; Lifeline, a personal response service for seniors; and emergency relief to more than 20,000 Greater Lehigh Valley residents. For more information about the American Red Cross of the Greater Lehigh Valley or volunteer opportunities, call (610) 865-4400 or visit www.redcrosslv.org.