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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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The Myths Of Lockout/Tagout – Part 2
12.14.2018 ComplianceMyth: Each machine specific procedure must contain lots of detail OSHA: OSHA concurs with those commenters who stressed the need…
The Myths Of Lockout/Tagout – Part 1
12.06.2018 ComplianceMyth: I have to lockout energy whenever I do any service or maintenance OSHA: When such servicing may expose the employee…
How Can Businesses Eliminate Worker Injuries to Reach a Goal of Zero Incidents?
11.14.2018 ComplianceThe Zero Incidents Vision Over the years, businesses have implemented many unique procedures and policies to eliminate worker injuries and…
5 Key Sustainability Initiatives That Give Us Great Hope for a Greener Future
10.16.2018 ComplianceAs the debate about climate change continues, more creative examples, technologies and initiatives of how to fight it are popping…
Marijuana and the Workplace
10.11.2018 ComplianceUnder the Federal Controlled Substances Act marijuana is a Schedule I substance which means it has a high potential for…
What is Safety Differently?
10.10.2018 ComplianceSafety Differently is the name given to a movement within the safety industry that challenges organizations to view three key…
Safety Improves with Self-Directed Work Teams
10.04.2018 ComplianceWould you like to take safety to the next level? Consider creating self-directed work teams. We’re social beings, so naturally…
3 Ways Moisture-Wicking, Flame-Resistant Fabrics Can Improve Workplace Safety
10.02.2018 ComplianceAthletes around the world rely on their apparel to improve their performance. They choose clothing and gear made from high-performance,…
How to Layer Flame-Resistant Clothing (And When You Should Do It)
09.28.2018 ComplianceSelecting and using flame-resistant (FR) clothing can be fairly simple. But when you add layering to the mix, it gets a lot…
What You Need to Know to Keep Your Hands Safe from Chemical Exposure
09.27.2018 ComplianceProtecting workers exposed to chemicals is critical, and especially when it comes to the hands that come in contact with…
Hurricane Preparedness
09.11.2018 ComplianceAs Hurricane Florence barrels her way towards the East Coast (specifically, here in Wilmington, NC where NASP is headquartered), it…
Breathe Easy: Implementing the New Silica Standard
09.11.2018 ComplianceTaking a breath should not be a life-altering decision. OSHA’s new standards for respirable crystalline silica have been released and…
