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The Hanford Concerns Council approach saves time
and financial resources, as it resolves many underlying safety
concerns at the Hanford site. The average cost of resolving
cases handled through the Council’s mediation process is
well below 10% of the costs of resolving cases through traditional
channels that preceded its existence.
It is important to note that while these costs include attorney
fees, consultation by outside experts and documentation, they don’t
include the actual outcome or benefit to the employee. In addition
to substantial time and cost savings, numerous safety practices
are reformed or better implemented as a result of Council actions.
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"The council
fills an important role by ensuring that no tank
farm issue will be overlooked
and no one pushed aside when they come forward to
protect fellow workers, the environment and the community.
Its existence will enhance both accountability for
the site and dignity for workers. I commend the participating companies, the DOE, and Hanford Challenge for their agreement to cooperate,
and urge other companies to join in this constructive
and proven approach."
- Christine Gregoire, Governor |
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