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Investigative Safety Analysis: The Le Constellation Bar Fire at Crans-Montana

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

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

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

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

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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Most Likely to Get Inspected

Most Likely to Get Inspected

03.11.2020 Compliance
The construction industry will remain a primary focus for OSHA inspectors for the foreseeable future, judging from the agency’s FY…
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Back pain at work: Preventing pain and injury

Back pain at work: Preventing pain and injury

02.25.2020 Compliance
Heavy lifting, repetitive movements and sitting at a desk all day can take a toll on your back. Get the…
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Reporting near misses

Reporting near misses

02.21.2020 Compliance
An employee walks down the hall, stepping over an extension cord stretched across his path. He turns a corner and…
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Headphones on the Job Site, Yes or No?

Headphones on the Job Site, Yes or No?

02.13.2020 Compliance
While OSHA doesn’t have a regulation prohibiting workers from using headphones to listen to music on construction sites, it still…
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A Duty to Have Fall Protection

A Duty to Have Fall Protection

02.13.2020 Compliance
Duty to have fall protection is the most cited standard in the construction industry and is one of the leading…
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The Hierarchy of Controls

The Hierarchy of Controls

02.06.2020 Compliance
A hazardous substance splashes onto a chemical plant operator taking a sample. The worker is not seriously injured, and the…
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7 common workplace safety hazards

7 common workplace safety hazards

02.04.2020 Compliance
The National Safety Council has a team of consultants who travel across the country – and the world – to…
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The 8 key differences between OHSAS 18001 and ISO 45001

The 8 key differences between OHSAS 18001 and ISO 45001

01.13.2020 Compliance
If your business is accredited to OHSAS 18001, you have until March 12, 2021 to make the transition to its…
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How Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning can Improve Workplace Health, Safety and Environment.

How Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning can Improve Workplace Health, Safety and Environment.

01.10.2020 Compliance
An unhealthy, dangerous or otherwise toxic workspace is known to deter workers from innovation and damage a company’s reputation. Employers…
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Common Questions When It Comes to Confined Space Work

Common Questions When It Comes to Confined Space Work

01.03.2020 Compliance
Confined spaces are hazardous working environments that cause many fatalities and serious injuries in industrial facilities worldwide. The unfortunate thing…
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4 Key Standards That Apply to High-Visibility Clothing

4 Key Standards That Apply to High-Visibility Clothing

12.18.2019 Compliance
When working around moving vehicles and equipment, being able to visually stand out from the environment is critical to safety.…
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A Case of the Mondays

A Case of the Mondays

12.11.2019 Compliance
The dreaded beginning to the workweek, Monday, is statistically the most dangerous day of the week for workplace accidents according…
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