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Official release of OSHA findings expected today

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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is expected to officially inform Warner Robins Air Logistics Center officials today that a 402nd Maintenance Wing building is allegedly in violation of several of its safety standards.

The claims are centered in Bldg. 169, which houses the wing's composite flight and about 200 employees.

The composite flight is responsible for overhauling various bonded structures on F-15, C-5, C-130 and C-17 aircraft.

"During recent OSHA visits to our commodities maintenance group ... there were process issues identified that allegedly did not meet OSHA standards," said Greg Stanley, the wing's vice director.

The wing has been revamping safety procedures ahead of the formal outbrief, he noted, adding, "We are committed to providing the best and safest working environment for our employees."

Indeed, the wing has compiled an enviable safety record in recent years.

The 402nd Software Maintenance Group has been certified by OSHA as a Star Site - one of only 31 such sites in the Department of Defense - and two other sites are applying for Star Site status.

"Our voluntary protection program success is due to direct employee involvement and empowerment on safety-related issues," said Stanley. "The safety and health of our workforce is our number one priority."