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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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OSHA Requirements for HazCom

OSHA Requirements for HazCom

06.29.2023 Compliance
Hazard communication — also known as HazCom — was the second-most-cited OSHA violation in 2022. The Occupational Safety and Health…
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Lockout/Tagout and Machine Guarding

Lockout/Tagout and Machine Guarding

06.29.2023 Compliance
Employees who work with heavy machinery are at risk of serious injury and amputation. In 2021, the United States had…
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OSHA is Really Cracking Down on Ergonomics

OSHA is Really Cracking Down on Ergonomics

06.15.2023 Compliance
OSHA’s recent General Duty Clause (GDC) citation to an Amazon warehouse demonstrates that the agency is taking a more aggressive…
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Human Factors Training, States of Mind

Human Factors Training, States of Mind

06.12.2023 Compliance
Human Factors Training, States of Mind Psychological Health and Safety Tom Hardin, Owner, NASP This overview of psychological health and…
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OSHA’s New National Emphasis Program (NEP)

OSHA’s New National Emphasis Program (NEP)

05.15.2023 Compliance
OSHA has started a national emphasis program (NEP) addressing the leading cause of fatal workplace injuries and the violation the…
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New DOT Regulations for Drug and Alcohol Testing

New DOT Regulations for Drug and Alcohol Testing

05.15.2023 Compliance
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has new regulations updating its drug testing requirements and allowing oral fluid testing for…
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Guide to Lockout Tagout Procedures

Guide to Lockout Tagout Procedures

05.12.2023 Compliance
Following proper lockout tagout procedures can help improve safety in the workplace. By locking down equipment and preventing unexpected startups or…
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OSHA Lockout Tagout Standards

OSHA Lockout Tagout Standards

05.12.2023 Compliance
OSHA’s lockout tagout standards regulate equipment service and maintenance. Closely following these rules and procedures is pivotal to preventing an…
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What Is HAZCOM?

What Is HAZCOM?

05.12.2023 Compliance
“HAZCOM” is short for “hazard communication.” By definition, HAZCOM comprises a set of processes and procedures providing clear information about…
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OSHA Proves Extreme Heat Hazard, Fails to Propose Abatement

OSHA Proves Extreme Heat Hazard, Fails to Propose Abatement

04.12.2023 Compliance
In a series of heat illness-related cases involving the United States Postal Service (USPS), OSHA successfully established extreme heat as…
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Advocacy Groups Want OSHA to Regulate Worker Surveillance Tech

Advocacy Groups Want OSHA to Regulate Worker Surveillance Tech

04.12.2023 Compliance
Twenty-one worker advocacy organizations issued a letter to the Biden administration asking for OSHA to protect workers from workplace surveillance…
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Psychosocial Risk Factors in the Workplace

Psychosocial Risk Factors in the Workplace

04.12.2023 Compliance
When it comes to your employees, you know that health and safety are the top priority. However, this means more…
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