Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce
8 N. Main Street | Suite 100 | Dayton, Ohio 45402-1904 | (937) 226-1444
OSHA and Ohio Workers’ Compensation Update
Join us for an informative update on the latest developments in workers’ compensation case law and OSHA regulations. This session will cover OSHA’s current regulatory and enforcement priorities, along with practical guidance for strengthening workplace safety programs and conducting effective accident investigations. Attendees will gain valuable insights to help navigate evolving requirements and promote safer workplaces.
About the Speaker:
Gary Auman received his Bachelor of Electrical Engineering degree from the University of Louisville in 1969. He graduated with his law degree in 1976 from Ohio State and began his law practice in Dayton representing employers in Workers’ Compensation defense and OSH defense. While he continues to advise clients and manage an extensive Workers’ Compensation practice his law practice now concentrates on defending employers nationally concerning citations they receive from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. He also represents two national and three regional trade associations in the construction industry. He recently celebrated his 50th year in the practice of law and in September 2026. He began volunteering in 1984,with the Dayton/Miami Valley Safety Council. He chaired the Council for two terms and continues, after over 15 years, to chair the Council’s annual safety conference. He served on the Board and Executive Committee of the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce and in the year 2000, he chaired the Board. During this time, he also volunteered with the United Way of the Greater Dayton Area, the A Special Wish Foundation for Southwest Ohio and the Board for United Rehabilitation Services (URS). He has also been recognized by the National Insulation Association, the National Frame Building Association, the Midwest Insulation Contractors Association, and the Midwest Roofing Contractors Association for his service to those industries and associations.
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Safety Council Member: $35
Non-Safety Council Member: $55
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Keep left at the fork and follow directional signs to the North Entrance. The event will be held in the Meyer Room, which is directly to the left when entering from the North Entrance.
7:30AM Registration & Breakfast
7:50AM BWC Announcements
8:00AM Presentation
9:00AM Adjourn