American Chemistry Council and OSHA Extend Safety Partnership
The new Ambassador status solidifies a long-term commitment to protecting workers from chemical hazards in the polyurethane industry.
- By Jesse Jacobs
- Apr 06, 2026
OSHA and the American Chemistry Council have transitioned their long-standing alliance into an Ambassador relationship to further worker safety in the polyurethane industry.
The agreement includes the ACC’s Center for the Polyurethanes Industry, as well as its Diisocyanates and Aliphatic Diisocyanates Panels. The move signals a permanent collaborative commitment to promoting best practices and health standards for both chemical manufacturers and end-users.
OSHA and the ACC first established their formal alliance in September 2017. The partnership was renewed in 2020 with a focus on reducing worker exposure to hazardous chemicals and increasing the industry's understanding of associated health risks.
To date, the collaboration has resulted in several safety resources, including medical screening guides and personal protective equipment infographics specifically designed for the automotive refinishing sector. The ACC also provides technical expertise to the OSHA Technical Center and supports national campaigns regarding heat illness and fall prevention.
The Ambassador designation is reserved for long-term partners who demonstrate a consistent effort to share timely safety information with stakeholders. Unlike standard alliances, Ambassador status does not require periodic renewal and remains in effect as long as both parties maintain the cooperative relationship.
About the Author
Jesse Jacobs is assistant editor of OHSOnline.com.