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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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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,…
Ensuring Legitimacy in Workplace Safety Training Organizations
10.15.2024 ComplianceIn today’s market, the importance of workplace safety training cannot be overstated. However, with the rise of numerous training providers,…
Trenching and Excavation Hazards
10.15.2024 ComplianceWhile trenches and excavations are essential for many construction processes, they also present potential hazards for workers. In 2022, 39 workers…
How many Safety Professionals do you need at your company?
09.23.2024 ComplianceOne of the biggest challenges companies face today has to do with staffing. It’s completely natural, then, to wonder how…
The Critical Importance of Industrial Hygiene in the Workplace
09.11.2024 ComplianceIndustrial hygiene is a crucial aspect of workplace safety that often goes unnoticed until something goes wrong. It encompasses the…
OSHA Heat Stress Standards
08.23.2024 ComplianceThe Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) sets and enforces standards to ensure safe and healthy working conditions for employees.…
How to Prevent Heat Stress on the Job Site
08.23.2024 ComplianceTemperatures are rising, making heat stress a growing threat to the health and productivity of workforces worldwide. Heat stress occurs…
HAZWOPER: What Is It and Why Does it Matter?
08.07.2024 ComplianceHAZWOPER stands for Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response. It is a regulation (29 CFR 1910.120) produced and maintained by…
The Importance of Ethics in Workplace Safety
08.07.2024 ComplianceAt the National Association of Safety Professionals (NASP), we understand the crucial role ethics play in workplace safety. Ethical behavior…
Safety on the Edge: Revolutionizing Workplace Safety
08.07.2024 ComplianceThe landscape of workplace safety is undergoing a transformative shift with the introduction of the “Safety on the Edge” conference. This groundbreaking…
Doing Safety Right!
08.07.2024 ComplianceIn the ever-evolving landscape of workplace safety, it’s crucial to highlight and learn from companies that exemplify outstanding safety practices.…