“The Bird Triangle was wrong, but it changed safety forever.” For nearly a century, the Heinrich/Bird Safety Triangle has been one of the most recognizable – and controversial – images in safety. It has been called outdated, invalid, misleading, and even dangerous. And yet, few models in our field have had such lasting influence. For…

At the National Association of Safety Professionals (NASP), our mission has always been to provide safety professionals with the tools and knowledge they need to create safer workplaces. While many are familiar with our flagship certifications and online training, NASP also offers a range of specialized services that go beyond traditional safety education. These services…

A Growing Problem with Online PPE Recent reports have highlighted serious concerns about the sale of substandard personal protective equipment (PPE) online, including through platforms such as TikTok Shop. Several products marketed as “safety shoes,” “safety belts,” and even respirators were recalled in the United Kingdom after failing basic safety tests. Although these recalls were…

Healthcare workers are the backbone of our communities, yet they face alarming levels of risk every time they enter the workplace. According to The State of Healthcare Worker Safety report by Verkada and The Harris Poll, healthcare accounts for 73 percent of all nonfatal workplace injuries caused by violence. The study, based on a nationwide…