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ASSE Pine Belt Chapter
Strategic Plan
Vision Statement
The Pine Belt Chapter of
the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) will be the leading regional
Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) resource for industry, students, and
safety professionals in our area of operation.
Mission Statement
The Pine Belt Chapter of
the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) is a regional association,
which provides professional development, a network of practicing safety
professionals, education, student development and resources for those
engaged in the practice or study of safety, health and the environment. The
Pine Belt Chapter of ASSE provides services to the private and public sector
to protect people, property and the environment.
Guiding Principles and Values
Duty
The Chapter will adhere to the American Society of Safety Engineer’s purpose
and mission and will consistently align the Chapter’s activities
accordingly.
Ethics
The Chapter will adhere to the highest ethical standards in all of its
activities and actions.
Financial
The Chapter will serve as good
stewards of funds collected and distributed
and ensure funds are expended to further Chapter and society missions.
Members
The Chapter will provide its members with quality professional networking,
relevant educational sessions and individual support.
Community
The Chapter will endeavor to promote safety and health awareness in all
community interaction.
Assessment
Strengths
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The Chapter membership is comprised of
a diverse group of knowledgeable
EHS professionals representing multiple
sectors of industry.
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The Chapter membership has individuals
who are passionate about safety
and motivated to support the vision and
mission of ASSE and the Pine Belt Chapter.
Concerns
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The Chapter serves a large geographic
area. This physical dispersion of
members creates challenges for members to
attend meetings.
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Economic instability has reduced the
ability of members to afford ASSE membership.
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Employers are downsizing and
employees are challenged to fulfill employment responsibilities.
Opportunities
· Increase
Chapter growth by 10%
· Develop
& facilitate EHS seminars for our market area
· Increase
Chapter exposure in our area of operation
Threats
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Continuation of current economic
conditions
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Lack of area business development
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Membership apathy
Strategic Goals and Objectives
Short Term (FY 2009)
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Complete and submit all
ASSE reports on time
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Update the Bylaws for
the Chapter
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Survey the membership
and update the Chapter website according to member’s needs
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Develop Chapter
Strategic Plan
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Secure monthly meeting
speaker and topic content 4 months in advance
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Develop activities to
involve student members
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Increase membership to
60
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Organize Chapter
records to facilitate smooth transition of new officers and
committee chairs
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Research and consider
joining (Area Development Partnership) ADP
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Develop partnership
with the Society for Human Resource Managers (SHRM)
Long Term (3 Year
Plan)
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Review and update Bylaws
annually
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Send at least one representative to
the annual leadership conference
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Submit all Society reports prior to
the deadline
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Attend and assist (student members)
with the Regional Professional Development Conference (PDC)
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Provide Chapter funds to assist
student attendance at the Regional PDC
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Research charitable donation opportunities in our area of operation
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