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Investigative Safety Analysis: The Le Constellation Bar Fire at Crans-Montana
By NASP Blogger Current Events
On January 1, 2026, a fatal structural fire occurred at the Le Constellation Bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, resulting in the deaths of 40 occupants, many of them teenagers, and injuries to more than 100 others. The incident represents one of the most significant mass casualty fires in a public assembly occupancy in recent Swiss history…
Why Becoming a NASP Member Is a Smart Move for Safety Professionals
Safety Culture
In today’s fast-paced workplace safety environment, staying current with best practices, regulatory updates, and professional development opportunities can make all the difference in your career. The National Association of Safety Professionals (NASP) offers a membership built to support safety professionals at every stage of their career. What You Get with NASP Membership Becoming a NASP…
What’s Ahead for Workplace Safety: Key Regulatory Changes Coming in 2026
Current Events
As we enter 2026, workplace safety professionals face a year of meaningful regulatory change. Federal agencies and standards organizations are advancing new requirements that will affect hazard communication, injury reporting, chemical management, fire protection, and electrical safety. Staying ahead of these developments will be critical to maintaining compliance and protecting workers. Below is a snapshot…
Top OSHA Fines of 2025: A Clear Message on Repeat Violations
Current Events
In 2025, OSHA significantly escalated enforcement actions against employers with a history of non-compliance. A common theme among the year’s highest penalties was repeat and willful violations, particularly cases where employers failed to correct known hazards after previous inspections, citations, or fatalities. The following cases highlight the steep financial and human costs of ignoring established…
A Year of Progress: NASP’s Training Milestones for 2025
Editorial
As we look back on 2025, one theme shines brightly across the National Association of Safety Professionals (NASP): progress with purpose. This year, thousands of safety professionals advanced their knowledge, strengthened their skills, and elevated workplace safety culture through NASP’s comprehensive training programs, both in-person and online. From our flagship certifications to newly launched specialty…
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Ergonomic Hazards & Safety Tips in the Office
08.29.2022 ComplianceWorkplace injuries are regular occurrences throughout various industries. Whether lifting heavy items, bending over, pushing and pulling or even sitting…
Procedures Aren’t Enough to Prevent Fatalities
08.12.2022 ComplianceJust having a safety procedure in place is not enough. Procedures must be followed to be effective; failing to do…
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…
Need Some Fresh Ideas for Your Safety Training?
04.11.2022 ComplianceAttend the Wilmington Regional Safety and Health School this July for some refreshing ideas to enhance your safety program! The…
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…
Elements of Safety Leadership
03.24.2022 ComplianceGreat safety leaders care deeply about their people and regularly demonstrate the value of safety through their actions. Let’s take…
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…