It is time to step up and run your business like
a business. You owe it to yourself, your family,
your community and the industry.
Some Oregon Dry Cleaners seem to believe that
if you ignore rules & regulations they will
disappear or at least it would be a viable defense
if your plant is ever inspected. GUESS WHAT? It
isn't a viable defense. Whether you agree with
all the requirements of the state and federal
agencies, you can not choose which ones you are
going to implement. It is your job as a business
operating in Oregon to be in compliance with all
of them, and it is one of the jobs of ODCA to
do the best we can in providing the information
that will help you comply. ODCA is fulfilling
that job, now it is your turn to step up and do
your part.
The Oregon Dry Cleaning industry does not have
the best reputation when it comes to stepping
up and doing what we need to do. Instead we come
kicking & screaming all the way or we come
halfway or not at all. We will only be able to
change the industry reputation from within, so
instead of pleading ignorance let's, as an industry,
become a leader in complying in all areas of our
businesses.
Let your community and customers know that you
are keeping current not only with the latest technology
for processing their clothing and household items
but that you are also up-to-date with regulations
and incompliance with all state and federal rules,
that your facility not only cares about their
clothing but their community.
When was the last time you spoke at a local service
organization or business leads group explaining
what the process of "dry cleaning" is all about?
How we are regulated and educated to better serve
our community and our customers.
For the past several years ODCA has been offering
numerous workshops and lectures to help you stay
current with the latest technology and incompliance.
Next time you receive a flyer about our latest
workshop or classes make plans to attend.
The Oregon Dry Cleaners
Association is available to help you stay
in compliance and help you update your skills.
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