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nario description in sections I and II, then answer the questions in section III. Background: Bubba’s Materials Handling Equipment is a small corporation (38–55 employees) manufacturing materials handling equipment. Describe workplace operations including receiving, fabrication, welding, painting, storage, and shipping. Scenario: Develop a safety program and hazard assessment for the company. Questions: 1) Identify 15 high-priority OSHA standards that apply; include code numbers and explain a hazard showing applicability. 2) Identify four important written programs required and explain why. 3) Identify five standards requiring training and explain why training is required. Prepare responses in an APA-formatted document. Also prepare a Strategic Staffing Plan for TechnoWave: hire a country manager for a chosen country and develop an integrated global HR staffing system including Phase 1: job analysis and job description, recruiting plan, selection criteria; Phase 2: one-day training plan for the new hire; Phase 3: job offer letter with compensation and benefits; Phase 4: evaluation and performance management tool with sample output after six months.

Paper For Above Instructions

Title: Integrated Safety Program and Strategic Staffing Plan

Abstract: This document delivers two integrated deliverables. First, a prioritized OSHA standard assessment and required written programs for Bubba’s Materials Handling Equipment, Inc., including training requirements. Second, a Strategic Staffing Plan for TechnoWave to hire a country manager, including job analysis, recruiting and selection, a one-day training plan, an offer outline, and a six-month performance measurement tool. The recommendations balance regulatory compliance, risk control, and strategic HR practices.

Part I — OSHA Standards and Hazard Assessment (Bubba’s)

Fifteen high-priority OSHA standards likely to apply (code and rationale):

  1. 29 CFR 1910.178 — Powered Industrial Trucks: forklifts are used for receiving, storage, and shipping; potential struck-by and tip-over hazards (OSHA, n.d.).
  2. 29 CFR 1910.212 — Machine Guarding: punch presses, shear blades, and press brakes create point-of-operation hazards requiring guards (OSHA, n.d.).
  3. 29 CFR 1910.147 — Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout): maintenance on presses, ironworkers, and cranes requires LOTO to prevent unexpected energization (OSHA, n.d.).
  4. 29 CFR 1910.95 — Occupational Noise Exposure: fabrication and presses generate >85 dBA requiring hearing conservation (NIOSH, 1998).
  5. 29 CFR 1910.134 — Respiratory Protection: paint booth solvents (xylenes, toluene) and welding fumes require respirators and program (OSHA, n.d.).
  6. 29 CFR 1910.1200 — Hazard Communication: solvents and paints require SDS availability, labeling, and employee training (OSHA, n.d.).
  7. 29 CFR 1910.1000 — Air Contaminants: exposure limits for solvents and welding fumes must be observed and controlled (OSHA, n.d.).
  8. 29 CFR 1910.215 — Abrasive Wheel Machinery: grinders used in fabrication and welding require safe guards and procedures (OSHA, n.d.).
  9. 29 CFR 1910.212/1910.219 — Mechanical Power-Transmission Apparatus: press brakes, shears, and power transmission components need guarding (OSHA, n.d.).
  10. 29 CFR 1910.269 / 1910.184 — Cranes and Rigging / Overhead and Gantry Cranes: unmanned overhead crane loads, rigging, and safe operation (OSHA, n.d.).
  11. 29 CFR 1910.178(l) — Powered Industrial Truck Training: powered equipment operators require training and evaluation (OSHA, n.d.).
  12. 29 CFR 1910.120 — Hazardous Waste Operations (if paints/solvents create hazardous waste streams): requires emergency response planning (OSHA, n.d.).li>
  13. 29 CFR 1910.37/1910.38 — Emergency Action Plans and Fire Prevention: flammable solvents in paint create fire risk requiring EAP and fire prevention plans (OSHA, n.d.).
  14. 29 CFR 1910.303/1910.305 — Electrical Safety: equipment, welding machines, and maintenance require electrical safe work practices (OSHA, n.d.).
  15. 29 CFR 1910.1201 — Lead (if any lead-bearing coatings are used) or other specific substance standards applicable to materials (OSHA, n.d.).

Four required written programs and rationale:

  • Hazard Communication Program (1910.1200): Written program, SDS management, labeling, and training are required because paints and solvents (xylenes, toluene) are present (OSHA, n.d.).
  • Respiratory Protection Program (1910.134): For paint booth and welding exposures, a written respirator program is mandated to control inhalation risks (OSHA, n.d.).
  • Lockout/Tagout Program (1910.147): Written LOTO procedures are required for servicing presses, shears, and cranes to protect maintenance workers (OSHA, n.d.).
  • Hearing Conservation Program (1910.95): Where noise exposures exceed action levels, a written program including monitoring and audiometry is required (NIOSH, 1998; OSHA, n.d.).

Five standards requiring training and why:

  1. 1910.178 — Powered Industrial Truck operator training: operators must be trained to prevent collisions, tip-overs, and load-handling incidents (OSHA, n.d.).
  2. 1910.147 — LOTO training: employees must understand procedures, energy sources, and safe isolation steps to prevent unintended startups (OSHA, n.d.).
  3. 1910.1200 — Hazard Communication training: workers handling paints/solvents must know hazards, SDS, and PPE to prevent exposures (OSHA, n.d.).
  4. 1910.134 — Respiratory Protection training: training on fit-testing, use, and maintenance is required to ensure effective protection (OSHA, n.d.).
  5. 1910.95 — Hearing conservation training: employees exposed to high noise must receive training on risks and protections (NIOSH, 1998).

Part II — Strategic Staffing Plan (TechnoWave): Country Manager (Brazil)

Phase 1 — Job Analysis and Description: Job Title: Country Manager, TechnoWave Brazil. Reports to: Regional VP, Latin America. Key responsibilities: market strategy and P&L responsibility; build local partnerships; ensure regulatory compliance; lead local sales, operations, and service teams; recruit and develop talent; manage local supply chain and customer service. Required competencies: international sales leadership, technical knowledge of IT infrastructure, Portuguese fluent, cross-cultural leadership, compliance and risk management, financial acumen (Briscoe et al., 2012).

Recruiting plan: Use blended sourcing — internal global mobility, regional executive search firm, and targeted LinkedIn/industry networks. Emphasize local market knowledge, bilingual capability, and proven P&L experience. Include pre-employment assessments for leadership competencies and cultural agility (SHRM, 2016).

Selection criteria: Minimum 8–10 years senior management in IT/technology sales; demonstrated success in market entry or expansion; advanced degree preferred; measurable revenue growth history; leadership and ethical compliance track record; behavioral interview scores and assessment center results as thresholds.

Phase 2 — One-Day Training Plan (onboarding): Objectives: align new manager with corporate strategy, local market priorities, governance, and people/processes. Agenda: morning — corporate strategy, compliance and data security briefings, and local legal/regulatory overview (2.5 hours); mid-day — HR policies, compensation, and reporting systems (1.5 hours); afternoon — operations deep-dive (supply chain, service), key customer introductions, and culture/leadership expectations (3 hours). Include LMS modules pre-work on corporate policies and a 30-day 1:1 with regional VP (Cascio, 2016).

Phase 3 — Offer Letter Summary (compensation and benefits): Base salary competitive to market (e.g., local-market base + expatriate premium if applicable); performance bonus tied to revenue and EBITDA targets; stock/long-term incentive eligibility; standard benefits (healthcare, retirement), relocation assistance, paid time off, and professional development budget. Employment contingent on background checks and compliance with local labor law.

Phase 4 — Evaluation and Performance Management: Proposed tool: Balanced Scorecard for country manager with four dimensions—Financial (revenue growth, margin), Customer (NPS, major deals closed), Operational (project delivery SLA adherence, cost control), People (retention, leadership development). Weighting: Financial 40%, Customer 25%, Operational 20%, People 15%. Sample six-month output: Revenue achievement 55% of target (score 55/100 × 40% = 22), NPS target 8/10 (score 80 × 25% = 20), Operational SLA 95% (score 95 × 20% = 19), People retention 90% (score 90 × 15% = 13.5). Composite score = 74.5/100 — indicates solid start with room for commercial acceleration. Metrics supported by regular 30/60/90 reviews and development plans (Armstrong, 2020).

Conclusion

This combined deliverable provides Bubba’s with prioritized regulatory controls, written programs, and training priorities to reduce acute and chronic hazards. For TechnoWave, the strategic staffing plan furnishes an actionable roadmap for hiring, onboarding, and evaluating a country manager, aligning recruitment and performance with corporate strategy.

References

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  • Cascio, W. F. (2016). Managing Human Resources: Productivity, Quality of Work Life, Profits. McGraw-Hill.
  • National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). (1998). Criteria for a Recommended Standard: Occupational Noise Exposure. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
  • Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). (n.d.). 29 CFR 1910 – Occupational Safety and Health Standards. U.S. Department of Labor. https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1910
  • Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). (n.d.). Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200. https://www.osha.gov/hazcom
  • Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). (n.d.). Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout), 29 CFR 1910.147. https://www.osha.gov/lockout-tagout
  • Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). (n.d.). Respiratory Protection Standard, 29 CFR 1910.134. https://www.osha.gov/respiratory-protection
  • Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). (n.d.). Powered Industrial Trucks, 29 CFR 1910.178. https://www.osha.gov/powered-industrial-trucks
  • Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). (2016). Talent Acquisition: A Guide to Understanding and Managing the Recruitment Process. SHRM.

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