Standing between risk and life, these experts use science and strategy to stop workplace illnesses before they start. Prevention is their success.

March marks the 10th anniversary of National Ladder Safety Month, and Pat McAuliffe of the American Ladder Institute and Ryan Mittelmeier of Werner share insights on common ladder safety mistakes, pra...

J.J. Keller’s virtual reality training solution earns Heavy Duty Trucking’s 2026 Top 20 Product award for advancing safety and compliance in trucking.

Confusing language, poor recordkeeping, ignored feedback, and fear of speaking up can weaken safety communication and increase workplace risk.

ACC and CIAC renewed an agreement to align Responsible Care certification under the RCMS/RC14001 model, strengthening cross-border safety and management system consistency.

The Fire Protection Research Foundation is launching a new research project to better understand direct current arc flash hazards as DC-powered systems become more common in the workplace.

The Oklahoma Department of Labor invites high school students to enter the 2026 Speak Out for Workplace Safety video contest promoting youth workplace safety awareness.

Cold storage automation increases safety complexity. Smart infrastructure design protects workers in sub-zero environments.

Outdoor job sites present changing hazards tied to terrain, weather, fatigue, and exposure time. Learn how safety managers can identify overlooked risks and reduce injuries.

Industrial hygienists play a critical role in HAZMAT response by guiding exposure assessment, PPE selection, and long-term health protection.

Forklift safety expert Jackson Phillips discusses how AI-powered collision avoidance is helping manufacturers and warehouses move from reactive safety measures to proactive prevention.

Federal investigators found workers exposed to trench collapse hazards at a Jefferson County jobsite.

'Health and Safety Programs in Small and Medium-Sized Businesses: Setting Them Up and Making Them Work Effectively' offers practical guidance to help organizations.

New framework aims to move workplace safety beyond compliance by embedding consensus standards into business strategy and technology.

The Annual campaign, set for June 14–20, will focus on physical fitness, health, and long-term readiness for fire and emergency personnel.

Musculoskeletal disorders driven by fatigue, repetitive motion, and poor workstation design are straining workers and threatening the sustainability of the modern supply chain.

Safety experts warn that fatigue can impair judgment and lead to system-wide failures, not just individual injuries.

February classes cover mine safety, respiratory protection, industrial hygiene, and fire department operations.

Resources focus on hazard recognition and controls to help prevent serious injuries and fatalities on jobsites.

Survey will track ladder safety training, injuries, and OSHA citation trends across U.S. workplaces.

New illuminated PPE enhances worker visibility and safety in low-light and high-traffic environments

The International Safety Equipment Association said reinstating NIOSH staff preserves critical worker safety research, testing, and health programs.

Annual fall protection inspections help building owners identify compliance gaps, meet OSHA requirements, and ensure rooftop safety systems continue to protect workers.

The 2026 State of the Skilled Trades report from NFPA finds workers expect more AI on the job but want stronger training and protections as labor shortages persist.

Even with better technology and regulations, human behavior remains the leading cause of workplace incidents. Here’s what safety leaders need to understand—and fix—in 2026.

HHS has reinstated hundreds of NIOSH employees after widespread concern that staffing cuts threatened critical occupational safety and health research.

The American Society of Safety Professionals is advancing a new approach focused on neutralizing high-risk hazards at the point of work, targeting serious injuries and fatalities through action-driven...

Stories about near misses, lessons learned, and everyday work can bridge the gap between written safety rules and real-world behavior—when used thoughtfully and supported by leadership and technology.

Research shows that compliance-focused safety training alone rarely delivers lasting risk reduction, prompting calls for competency-based, risk-informed learning models.

This week’s Friday Roundup highlights new emergency response equipment, maintenance solutions that extend system performance, digital tools to simplify regulatory compliance, cold-weather PPE innovati...

New rules aim to strengthen worker protections in hazardous construction environments.

Reducing safety investment may deliver short-term savings, but U.S. data shows it often leads to higher financial, legal, and operational costs over time.

Construction jobsites are filled with hidden fire hazards, especially during hot work—here’s how to reduce risks, equip crews, and stay ready when seconds count.

Why traditional safety metrics fail to prevent serious injuries and fatalities—and how AI helps EHS teams identify PSIF risks before life-altering events occur.

As digital safety tools become central to occupational health, organizations are rethinking how they protect lone and vulnerable workers through automation, smarter communication, flexible protocols a...

Federal funding from the U.S. Department of Labor, administered by MSHA, will support mine safety and health training programs nationwide, expanding education and hazard awareness in a high-risk indus...

AI is increasingly used to predict risks, prevent injuries, and support long-term safety decision-making, while raising important questions about governance, ethics, and worker trust.

The National Safety Council (NSC) warns that evolving federal cannabis policy must be paired with strong impairment and safety controls to protect workers in safety-sensitive roles.

Targeted training and clear protocols can help construction supervisors recognize mental health risks, respond with confidence and foster safer, more supportive job sites.

Agency highlights training, supervision, and legal requirements as youth employment increases statewide.

As facilities push for higher efficiency and stronger safety compliance, AI-powered cameras, predictive alerts, and advanced forklift lighting systems are redefining visibility, reducing near misses, ...

Manual labor employees face elevated arthritis risk long before symptoms appear, but early ergonomic intervention, task redesign and evidence-based prevention strategies can protect joint health, sust...

The National Safety Council’s 2024–2025 MSD Solutions Index Pledge Community Report finds many organizations strengthening safety culture but urges clearer risk-reduction goals and broader adoption of...

Safety has moved beyond compliance, with real-time detection and human-centered design turning protection into a performance advantage.

VSLive! Las Vegas isn’t just about sitting in sessions all day. It’s five days of focused training, real conversations with other developers, and actually enjoying being in the heart of the Strip—thi...

The National Safety Council’s 2024–2025 MSD Solutions Index Pledge Community Report finds many organizations strengthening safety culture but urges clearer risk-reduction goals and broader adoption of...

A veteran industrial hygienist examines how exposure assessment has evolved—and why today’s IH programs must integrate smarter strategies, stronger analytical quality and a deeper understanding of rea...

Recent global fire incidents highlight how quickly small oversights can turn deadly. Reviewing core NFPA 101 concepts—clear egress routes, accurate occupancy classifications, working detection systems...