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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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New Voluntary Consensus Standard
07.14.2022 ComplianceThe American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) has published a new voluntary consensus standard for measuring health and safety performance,…
OSHA Competent Person
06.29.2022 ComplianceWhen it comes to job site safety, having a competent person involved in the process is important to keep all…
What to Expect From an OSHA Inspection
04.25.2022 ComplianceThe Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) conducts inspections frequently across the country. If you believe your workplace will be…
Confined Space Hazards
04.13.2022 ComplianceWorking in confined spaces is common in construction work. People don’t usually occupy spaces like trenches or sewers, but various…
OSHA Initiates 300A Enforcement Program
04.11.2022 ComplianceOSHA is initiating an enforcement program that identifies employers who failed to submit Form 300A data. Annual electronic submissions are…
How Trenches Collapse and How to Avoid It
03.29.2022 ComplianceTrenches are long, narrow tunnels in the earth dug out by heavy machinery. Many construction sites and other workplaces use…
Who Needs HAZWOPER Training?
03.15.2022 ComplianceIf you work with hazardous materials, then you may be wondering if you need HAZWOPER training. Perhaps you’ve heard about…
Guide to Preventing Accidents on the Job Site
03.15.2022 ComplianceThere’s a lot of action happening on a job site. Construction workers perform their tasks; machines move around the site, and trucks arrive…
Precautions for Summer Job Site Safety
03.15.2022 ComplianceAccording to a University of California Los Angeles study, hot weather increases the risk of work-related accidents and injuries across many industries.…
OSHA Safety Signs
03.15.2022 ComplianceSafety signs promote workplace safety across industries. They warn about potential hazards and provide valuable safety information, reducing the risk…
The Importance of Fall Protection
03.15.2022 ComplianceFall protection is a set of methods and systems designed to prevent falls and injury in the workplace. Because falls…
$303k Fine: Worker Engulfed in Grain
02.09.2022 Current EventsOSHA cited a grain cooperative after a worker was engulfed in a soybean silo. An investigation found two workers were…
