Since its formation in 1891, safety has been a core value of OAAA’s mission. To that end, this section contains information to improve the OOH advertising product through industry standards, promotion of safe operations, and updates on industry technological innovations.
On the regulatory front, OAAA stays in close, regular contact with federal agencies, including the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), and many other groups and agencies to make sure the industry’s voice is heard so new standards and regulations support our members’ interests, are easy to understand, and enable OAAA member companies to remain competitive locally and nationally.
OAAA’s commitment to safety provides opportunities for officials in member companies to become industry leaders in national regulatory activities, participate in industry standard committees, and develop association policies and standards. The Safety, Standards & Technology (SST) committee and industry events are also great venues for networking and sharing information for those OAAA members with similar interests and concerns.
OAAA Safety Committees
The Safety, Standards & Technology (SST) and the OAAA ad-hoc Safety Committees promote safety and voluntary operational practices for the OOH advertising industry.
OAAA SST Committee:
- Richard Peterson – Chair, President, Porter Advertising
- Bill Reagen – Vice Chair, Chairman, Reagen Outdoor Advertising
- John Barrett, Partner, Barrett Outdoor Communications
- Bob Chesonis, VP, Environmental, Health & Safety, OUTFRONT
- Ken Guy, VP, Operations, Link Media Outdoor
- Mike Helm, Director, Real Estate, Dakota Outdoor Advertising
- Steven Hillwig, EVP, Operations, OUTFRONT
- Bryan Parker, EVP, Real Estate & Public Affairs, Clear Channel Outdoor
- Albert Patin, Environment Health & Safety Manager, Daktronics
- Dan Rossi, Corporate Vice President, Operations/Safety, Clear Channel Outdoor
- Micky Vint, VP, Field Operations, Lamar Advertising Company
- Chris Zukin, President, Meadow Outdoor Advertising
- Chuck Wigger, VP, Safety/Risk Management, Lamar Advertising Company
- Andy McDonald – Staff Liaison, SVP, Government Affairs, OAAA
OAAA ad hoc Safety Committee:
- Bob Chesonis, OUTFRONT Media
- Jim Poage, Formetco
- Chuck Wigger, Lamar Advertising Company
- Andy McDonald – Staff Liaison, SVP, Government Affairs, OAAA
Member Resources
Industry Safety and Operations Regulations
LED Lighting Guidance
OAAA Display Monitoring API
Related Links
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
Published: August 31, 2022