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Our Association has a long history dating back to World War II. In the beginning, we were known as the Southern Pulp & Paper Safety Association. This is when manpower was scarce and it was important to have all people at work as often as possible. The pulp and paper industry made its contribution in many ways, one of which was to become involved in an accident prevention program. This led to the creation of the Southern Pulp & Paper Safety Association. In May 1992, we became the Pulp & Paper Safety Association in response to a need for a national industry organization. Today the Association has grown with member locations across the globe. We are still a non-commercial, non-profit and non-political organization. The Board of Directors consist of volunteers from some of our member companies and are voted to a one year term by the Association membership. These companies see the value in “Bringing the Industry Home Safe” and allow time and support to the Association. The Association also has a service agreement with TAPPI to provide PPSA with management services and administrative resources. TAPPI was founded as the Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry but now is referred to as TAPPI to reflect the multiple industries in which they serve. The use of their service allows PPSA board members free to focus on strategic planning and discovering what you, our members, want. The Association also has Vendor companies as members. All the vendors bring a wealth of expertise and support to the association and member location. Although the Association cannot endorse any particle vendor, we provide you options for all your safety supplies, equipment or services. The Association has a number of Committees that provide services to the Association and the entire membership. Thank you for visiting our website. I welcome your feedback, questions, and suggestions. George Kolesar
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