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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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Construction Safety Regulations: Navigating Compliance and Ensuring Worker Safety
10.16.2025 ComplianceWorker health and safety are priorities in the construction industry because small oversights can have significant consequences. However, staying on…
From the Field: Limits of Standard Indemnity in Contractors Injury Cases
10.09.2025 Safety CultureBy Brent Kettelkamp & James A. Junkin Subcontractor liability, both from an OSHA and lawsuit perspective, is concerning on construction…
Expanding the Scope of Safety: NASP Services You Might Not Know About
09.11.2025 Safety CultureAt the National Association of Safety Professionals (NASP), our mission has always been to provide safety professionals with the tools…
Healthcare in Crisis: Why Worker Safety Must Become a Top Priority
09.11.2025 Safety CultureHealthcare workers are the backbone of our communities, yet they face alarming levels of risk every time they enter the…
The Best Workplace Safety Training and Approaches
08.27.2025 ComplianceSafety training is crucial to creating a workplace where workers value safety. When done with the right approach, this training…
Strengthening Communication and Trust to Protect Bilingual Construction Workers
07.11.2025 Safety CultureLanguage and cultural barriers continue to pose serious challenges to workplace safety in the U.S. construction industry, where Hispanic workers…
Cultivating a Culture of Reporting: Moving from Fear to Feedback
07.11.2025 Safety CultureA strong safety culture isn’t just about wearing hard hats and harnesses; it’s built on a foundation of open and…
When the Danger Comes From Within: Addressing Workplace Violence in Industrial Settings
05.13.2025 Safety CultureWorkplace violence may not be the first hazard that comes to mind in an industrial environment, but it’s a growing…
How to Assess and Prioritize Risks in the Workplace
04.30.2025 ComplianceAs a safety manager, you understand that identifying and preparing for risks is crucial to maintaining a safe, productive work…
Safety on the Edge: Redefining What a Safety Conference Can Be
04.15.2025 Safety CultureOn March 25–26, safety professionals from around the globe gathered at the historic Claremont Hotel in Berkeley, California, for Safety…
National Ladder Safety Month
03.10.2025 Safety CultureFalls from ladders are a leading cause of workplace fatalities, making ladder safety a critical concern for employers and employees…
Preventing Workplace Motor Vehicle Incidents: A Critical Safety Priority
03.10.2025 Safety CultureMotor vehicle incidents remain one of the leading causes of work-related fatalities across multiple industries. Whether employees are driving for…
