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Construction Safety Regulations: Navigating Compliance and Ensuring Worker Safety
By Eric Gislason Compliance, Safety Culture
Worker health and safety are priorities in the construction industry because small oversights can have significant consequences. However, staying on top of safety-related regulatory compliance can be challenging without the right support for leaders, supervisors, and crew members. What legislation regulates safety on construction sites? And how can construction businesses ensure adherence? Learn more about…
Debunking a Common Myth: Can OSHA Cite You for Not Having an Arc Flash Label?
Compliance
As a safety professional, you’ve likely heard it in meetings or on the shop floor: “If OSHA sees that panel without an arc flash label, we’re getting a fine!” It’s a common belief that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) directly enforces the National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) 70E standard, specifically the requirement for…
Fire Prevention Month: History and 10 Essential Tips for Industrial Workplace Safety
Current Events
October is Fire Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of fire safety. Its origins trace back to one of the most devastating fires in U.S. history, the Great Chicago Fire of October 8–10, 1871. That disaster destroyed over 3.3 square miles of the city, left 100,000 people homeless, and claimed…
From the Field: Limits of Standard Indemnity in Contractors Injury Cases
Safety Culture
By Brent Kettelkamp & James A. Junkin Subcontractor liability, both from an OSHA and lawsuit perspective, is concerning on construction sites as well as general industry. Contracts between project owners and contractors frequently incorporate indemnity and hold harmless agreements (IHHAs) as a means of distributing risk and determining responsibility for workplace injuries. While these clauses…
Get a Head Start on 2026: Register Now for NASP’s Live Safety Classes
Live Classes
If professional development is one of your goals for 2026, now’s the perfect time to secure your spot in one of NASP’s upcoming live training classes. These sessions offer more than just certification—they’re a chance to learn directly from expert instructors, build real-world skills, and connect with other safety professionals who share your commitment to…
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What we learned from 300 safety professionals on psychological health and safety
07.16.2025 Psychological Health and SafetyLast week, nearly 300 safety professionals from across North America joined a NASP webinar on psychological health and safety (PHS).…
Why psychological health and safety (PHS) is the future of workplace safety
07.02.2025 Psychological Health and SafetyThe safety landscape is about to undergo a major transformation. Over the next decade, the biggest threats to workplace safety…
Mental Health Is Safety: Why Psychological Wellness Belongs on Every Jobsite
05.13.2025 Psychological Health and SafetyMay is National Mental Health Month, and it’s time for the industrial sector to recognize that mental health is a…
The Hidden Cost of Burnout: Understanding Its Psychological Toll and How to Address It
04.15.2025 Psychological Health and SafetyBurnout is no longer just a buzzword—it’s a serious psychological threat that’s affecting a growing number of workers across industries.…
Preventing Workplace Bullying: A Critical Step for Employee Well-being
03.10.2025 Psychological Health and SafetyWorkplace bullying is more than just an unpleasant experience—it has real and lasting consequences for employees and their families. A…
Navigating the Challenges of Implementing a Psychological Health and Safety Program at Your Workplace
02.13.2025 Psychological Health and SafetyIn today’s workplaces, Psychological Health and Safety (PHS) is as critical as traditional occupational health and safety. A well-implemented PHS…
