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Severe Weather Preparedness for the Jobsite
By NASP Blogger Safety Culture
Construction workers can find themselves at risk when severe weather strikes. The National Association of Safety Professionals (NASP) recognizes the importance of implementing safety measures to prevent accidents. This article examines severe weather impacts on jobsites and the practical methods construction managers can use to protect workers. Dangers of Severe Weather on the Jobsite In…
Silent Killer on the Dairy Floor: How Toxic Gas Claimed Six Lives in Colorado
Current Events
Six workers lost their lives this August at a Colorado dairy after being overcome by toxic gases in a confined space. The tragedy, now under investigation by state and federal officials, is a grim reminder of the invisible dangers that lurk in many agricultural workplaces. The Day the Air Turned Deadly The incident took place…
When Routine Becomes Tragedy: Investigators Weigh In on 79-Year-Old’s Death at Work
Current Events
On an early October morning on the south side of San Antonio, a 79-year-old worker at a manufactured-home dealership lost his life in a workplace incident now under federal investigation. Federal safety officials are probing the fatal event at the company to determine whether safety protocols were followed and whether broader hazards exist. The Incident…
The Current State of OSHA
Current Events
As of late 2025, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is operating under complex and evolving circumstances shaped by the ongoing federal government shutdown, pending budget decisions, and recent leadership changes. Despite these challenges, OSHA continues to perform its essential mission of ensuring safe and healthful working conditions for employees across the United States.…
Psychological Health and Safety Risk Factors During the Holiday Season
Psychological Health and Safety
The holiday season is often described as “the most wonderful time of the year,” yet for many workers it also brings added stress, distraction, and fatigue. Between November and December, employees balance their normal workload with personal obligations surrounding Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, and other celebrations. While the season is full of joy, it can also…
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Newest MSP and CSD Certificants!
04.10.2024 CertificationsIt is with great pleasure and pride that we extend our heartfelt congratulations to the safety professionals who have recently…
DOL Publishes Final Rule
04.10.2024 ComplianceThe U.S. Department of Labor recently published a final rule clarifying the rights of employees to authorize a representative to…
New PFAS Legislation
04.10.2024 ComplianceToday, the EPA has issued the first-ever national drinking water standard to protect us from harmful PFAS (per- and poly-fluoroalkyl…
CSM Cincinnati is Nearly FULL!
04.10.2024 Live ClassesTime is ticking, and seats are filling up fast! NASP’s highly anticipated Certified Safety Manager (CSM) course, scheduled to take…
Lone Worker Dies
04.10.2024 Current EventsA mechanic was killed while repairing a large excavator by himself because his employer didn’t have a lone work policy,…
Lawsuit Alleges Chemicals Caused Birth Defects
04.10.2024 Current EventsAn employer may be responsible for birth defects allegedly caused by its workers’ exposure to toxic chemicals, a state appeals…
Trenching Collapse Death
03.14.2024 ComplianceOn August 10th, 2023, two Pyles Plumbing and Utility Contractors Inc. employees were installing sewer-line piping when the trench’s side…
Wearable Technology Improving Ergonomics
03.14.2024 Current EventsWearable technology has emerged as a game-changer in workplace ergonomics, offering unprecedented insights into employee health and safety. These innovative…
Ambiguous Rule Led to Electrocution
03.14.2024 ComplianceA recent Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission (OSHRC) decision shows that a worker’s electrocution was the result of an…
Injured Worker to Claim Benefits
03.14.2024 ComplianceOn June 20th, 2021, Molly Sullivan, an airline worker for United Airlines, parked in Garage 2 and entered the third-floor…
How to Improve Mental Health in the Workplace
02.29.2024 ComplianceMental health in the workplace is an important factor for employers to consider. Good mental health fosters a more productive…
Ammonia Release Prompts OSHA Inspection
02.12.2024 ComplianceResponding to a report of workers being exposed to anhydrous ammonia, federal investigators found a Madison ice cream plant lacked…