GNYADA March 2015 Newsletter

Complete GNYADA’s Economic Impact Survey

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390, Exton, PA 19341 Complete the survey online by log- ging on to GNYADA’s website at http://www.gnyada.com/files/ pages/2014_Survey_Form.pdf. To generate this report and have it available in a timely manner, we ask that you submit your completed sur- vey by April 10, 2015. n

successful completion of the train- ing Trainees may operate a forklift only under the direct supervision of persons who have the knowl- edge, training, and experience to train operators and evaluate their competence and where such opera- tion does not endanger the trainee or other employees. Training must consist of a combi- nation of formal instruction (e.g., lecture, discussion, interactive computer learning, video tape, written material), practical training (demonstrations performed by the trainer and practical exercises per- formed by the trainee), and evalua- tion of the operator's performance in the workplace. As GNYADA walks the halls of the State legislature and local City and County Legislatures, we bring with us the message that a strong and healthy retail auto industry is important in every way to the State’s economy. Please take a few minutes to fill out this important survey. Use figures from your recently completed 2014 year-end financial statement and your December 2014 factory statement. All information will be kept confidential. No individual dealerships will be identified. The Association now has three ways to complete the survey: Complete the printed survey, included in this newsletter, and fax it directly to Auto Outlook at 610.640.2907 Complete the printed survey, included in this newsletter, and mail it to Auto Outlook, P.O. Box n n

Forklift Safety Forklifts are being operated in an increasing number of dealerships. Technicians are using them to lift engine blocks and to move pallets of parts. However, they are dangerous in the hands of an inexperienced driver. OSHA has issued regulations specify- ing general requirements for “pow- ered industrial trucks” (forklifts) safe- ty and training. These regulations should be reviewed to ensure that your dealership is in compliance. 8 dealers are job creators in every com- munity in every county in this State. It also shows that dealers generate over $1 billion in sales, property, and employment/payroll tax revenue each year, which is crucial to the services that local and state government pro- vides for local residents. According to OSHA requirements, training must include: The employer must ensure that a forklift operator is competent to operate a powered industrial truck safely, as demonstrated by the n The GNYADA Franchised Dealer Economic Impact Study is one of the most important surveys we do each year. Your participation in the 2014 Study is essential. Current, reliable information allows GNYADA to demonstrate the positive economic impact dealers have. This information allows us to tell the story to state and local legislators, key policymakers such as DMV, County Executives, and the media on how important car dealers are in this region. The data that you and other dealers in the region provide to us in this ques- tionnaire is the proof that new car

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All operator training and evaluation must be conducted by persons who have the knowledge, training, and experience to train powered indus- trial truck operators and evaluate their competence. For assistance with this OSHA requirement or any other OSHA compliance concerns, contact Bill Cordes at Bill@gnyada.com or 917.763.5318.

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