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The Best Workplace Safety Training and Approaches
By Eric Gislason Compliance, Safety Culture
Safety training is crucial to creating a workplace where workers value safety. When done with the right approach, this training can build an environment that views safety procedures in a positive light. It encourages proactive measures toward safety and makes workers feel valued for their contributions. Read on for the best workplace safety training and…
Do You Need a Certification to Become a Safety Manager?
Certifications
While you do not need safety certifications to become a safety manager, you can go through Certified Safety Manager (CSM) training to receive a certificate. The National Association of Safety Professionals (NASP) offers a safety manager certificate course, which demonstrates that you’ve gained the knowledge and skills via training to manage safety programs. What You Need to…
Lives Lost and Fines Levied: OSHA Crackdowns in July 2025 Highlight Deadly and Costly Safety Failures
Compliance
In July 2025, OSHA issued a series of fines, each underscoring the high stakes of compliance failures and the price companies pay when safety protocols are disregarded. From a fatal hazmat mishap in Ohio, to a deadly boiler-room explosion in Georgia, to a granite countertop manufacturer exposing workers to toxic dust, OSHA’s enforcement actions this…
Sizzlin’ Summer Savings: NASP’s Hot Course Discounts Through August!
Current Events
As temperatures rise, so do the opportunities to boost your professional credentials, without burning a hole in your wallet. NASP (National Association of Safety Professionals) has launched its Sizzlin’ Summer Sale, offering up to 30% off a broad range of online safety courses and certifications. Whether you’re a safety director, environmental specialist, or just looking…
New MSP AND CSD Certificants
Certifications
NASP would like to congratulate the safety professionals who have recently earned their Master Safety Professional (MSP)® and Certified Safety Director (CSD)® certifications. The journey to certification is no easy feat. It requires extensive knowledge, practical skills, a deep understanding of safety regulations, and a passion for ensuring the well-being of all individuals within our…
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Understanding On-Site Safety Training
12.19.2024 ComplianceOn-site safety training is crucial for increasing productivity, enhancing worker morale, and engaging in safe practices. It’s also vital for…
Benefits of On-Site Safety Training
12.19.2024 ComplianceYour worksites rely on employees to complete projects on time and within budget. While quality equipment helps, it’s essential to…
How to Create a Safety Culture in Your Workplace
12.19.2024 ComplianceEvery industry and workplace needs a strong safety culture. Safety culture prioritizes people first, integrating consideration, accountability, action, and wisdom.…
New FTA Rule Establishes Safety Standards for Rail Workers on Tracks
11.18.2024 ComplianceThe Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has introduced a final rule establishing mandatory minimum safety standards for rail transit employees working…
OSHA Unveils New Tools for Tracking and Reporting Workplace Injuries
10.15.2024 ComplianceIn an effort to improve workplace safety, OSHA has introduced two key tools for employers and workers to better track…
Preparing for OSHA’s New HazCom Final Rule: A Guide from NASP
10.15.2024 ComplianceAs safety professionals, staying informed about regulatory changes that impact workplace safety is critical. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration…
What Is Ergonomics?
10.15.2024 ComplianceErgonomics is all about understanding how humans interact with various systems in their environment. In any setting, people face different…
Guide to Confined Spaces
10.15.2024 ComplianceA workplace can feature numerous layouts, from open warehouses with aisles of shelves to offices with rows of cubicles. Many…
How to Handle Construction Hazards
10.15.2024 ComplianceIf you know how to handle construction hazards, you can help keep your team safe and protected. Prioritizing hazard mitigation…
Guide to Job Site Safety
10.15.2024 CompliancePreventing hazards on the job site starts with building a safety-focused workplace culture, and education is key for this. Providing…
ADA Considerations for Safety Managers
10.15.2024 ComplianceCreating a safe and healthy environment in your workplace is an important part of facility management. Part of that initiative…
Career Paths in Safety
10.15.2024 ComplianceA career in safety can be as rewarding personally as it is financially. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics,…
