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Severe Weather Preparedness for the Jobsite

Construction workers can find themselves at risk when severe weather strikes. The National Association of Safety Professionals (NASP) recognizes the importance of implementing safety measures to prevent accidents. This article examines severe weather impacts on jobsites and the practical methods construction managers can use to protect workers. Dangers of Severe Weather on the Jobsite In…

Silent Killer on the Dairy Floor: How Toxic Gas Claimed Six Lives in Colorado

Six workers lost their lives this August at a Colorado dairy after being overcome by toxic gases in a confined space. The tragedy, now under investigation by state and federal officials, is a grim reminder of the invisible dangers that lurk in many agricultural workplaces. The Day the Air Turned Deadly The incident took place…

When Routine Becomes Tragedy: Investigators Weigh In on 79-Year-Old’s Death at Work

On an early October morning on the south side of San Antonio, a 79-year-old worker at a manufactured-home dealership lost his life in a workplace incident now under federal investigation. Federal safety officials are probing the fatal event at the company to determine whether safety protocols were followed and whether broader hazards exist. The Incident…

The Current State of OSHA

As of late 2025, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is operating under complex and evolving circumstances shaped by the ongoing federal government shutdown, pending budget decisions, and recent leadership changes. Despite these challenges, OSHA continues to perform its essential mission of ensuring safe and healthful working conditions for employees across the United States.…

Psychological Health and Safety Risk Factors During the Holiday Season

The holiday season is often described as “the most wonderful time of the year,” yet for many workers it also brings added stress, distraction, and fatigue. Between November and December, employees balance their normal workload with personal obligations surrounding Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, and other celebrations. While the season is full of joy, it can also…

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New Legislation Aims to Improve Warehouse Worker Safety

New Legislation Aims to Improve Warehouse Worker Safety

06.10.2024 Current Events
New legislation, the Warehouse Worker Protection Act, has been introduced into the Senate, aiming to significantly enhance the safety and…
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Ohio Manufacturer Facing $314K OSHA Fine

Ohio Manufacturer Facing $314K OSHA Fine

05.10.2024 Current Events
An Ohio-based automotive components manufacturer, Faurecia Emissions Control Systems NA LLC, is contending with substantial penalties amounting to $314,555 as…
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Repeated Safety Failures Lead to Tragic Consequences at Detyens Shipyards

Repeated Safety Failures Lead to Tragic Consequences at Detyens Shipyards

05.10.2024 Current Events
In a sobering reminder of the critical importance of workplace safety, Detyens Shipyards Inc., a prominent East Coast ship repair…
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Spring Savings on select NASP courses

Spring Savings on select NASP courses

05.10.2024 Current Events
Safety is a continuous commitment, and while it isn’t confined to a single month, our extraordinary sale is! This month,…
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Lone Worker Dies

Lone Worker Dies

04.10.2024 Current Events
A mechanic was killed while repairing a large excavator by himself because his employer didn’t have a lone work policy,…
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Lawsuit Alleges Chemicals Caused Birth Defects

Lawsuit Alleges Chemicals Caused Birth Defects

04.10.2024 Current Events
An employer may be responsible for birth defects allegedly caused by its workers’ exposure to toxic chemicals, a state appeals…
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Wearable Technology Improving Ergonomics

Wearable Technology Improving Ergonomics

03.14.2024 Current Events
Wearable technology has emerged as a game-changer in workplace ergonomics, offering unprecedented insights into employee health and safety. These innovative…
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Washington Fall Protection Alignment

Washington Fall Protection Alignment

02.12.2024 Current Events
The Washington Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) is undertaking revisions to its fall protection standards as part of its…
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OSHA’s Expanded 300A Reporting Due Soon!

OSHA’s Expanded 300A Reporting Due Soon!

01.18.2024 Compliance
It’s 2024, and with the new year comes the March 2 deadline for OSHA’s Form 300A injury and illness reporting.…
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96 Minutes

96 Minutes

01.18.2024 Current Events
Federal fatality data revealed that work-related injuries resulted in the death of a worker every 96 minutes in the U.S.…
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Update to 1910.156 Proposed

Update to 1910.156 Proposed

01.18.2024 Compliance
OSHA has published a proposal to update an existing standard and expand safety and health protections for emergency responders, including…
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Safety Santa is BACK!

Safety Santa is BACK!

12.18.2023 Current Events
Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house… You were in a panic because you need to get…
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