Through the reinvention efforts of Joe Dear, supported by President Clinton and Vice President Gore, OSHA has embraced the idea that it's time to change ourselves. We know we need to operate differently to make a greater impact on workplace safety and health. And we are doing that. We now have a specific plan to focus our efforts-a five year strategic plan to reduce injuries and illnesses in the workplace. Yes, we'll still take note of how many inspections we do, how many consultations employers receive and how many standards we issue.
Activities are important, but what really matters are results.
And the results we're looking for are fewer injuries and illnesses in the workplace. Everything we do is pointed toward that overarching and underlying objective. Our plan sets three broad goals, all designed to prevent injuries, illnesses and deaths on the job. Change workplace culture to increase employer awareness of, commitment to, and involvement in safety and health, and Secure public confidence through excellence in the development and delivery of OSHA's programs and services. To reach these goals by 2002, we've planned a full-court press on workplace injuries and illnesses.