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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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How to Create a Good Psychosocial Safety Climate
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Guide to Psychosocial Safety
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How Much Do Businesses Spend on Safety?
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OSHA to Update Site-Specific Targeting Program
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Top 10 Hazardous Electrical Tasks
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Confined Space Fatalities Linked to Failure in Testing Atmospheric Hazards
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New ASTM Standard for Table Saws
12.08.2022 ComplianceA new American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) International standard covering table saw safety has been developed by ASTM’s…
Top Safety Concerns for Hospitals
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How to Start Your Career in the Safety Industry
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Are We Misjudging Heat?
11.10.2022 ComplianceNew research reveals that the National Weather Service heat index may be leading people to misjudge the dangers of extreme…
NTSB: Explosion Could Have Been Prevented with Better Safety Training
11.10.2022 Current EventsAccording to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), a 2021 natural gas explosion in Texas that killed two workers and…