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The Best Workplace Safety Training and Approaches
By Eric Gislason Compliance, Safety Culture
Safety training is crucial to creating a workplace where workers value safety. When done with the right approach, this training can build an environment that views safety procedures in a positive light. It encourages proactive measures toward safety and makes workers feel valued for their contributions. Read on for the best workplace safety training and…
Do You Need a Certification to Become a Safety Manager?
Certifications
While you do not need safety certifications to become a safety manager, you can go through Certified Safety Manager (CSM) training to receive a certificate. The National Association of Safety Professionals (NASP) offers a safety manager certificate course, which demonstrates that you’ve gained the knowledge and skills via training to manage safety programs. What You Need to…
Lives Lost and Fines Levied: OSHA Crackdowns in July 2025 Highlight Deadly and Costly Safety Failures
Compliance
In July 2025, OSHA issued a series of fines, each underscoring the high stakes of compliance failures and the price companies pay when safety protocols are disregarded. From a fatal hazmat mishap in Ohio, to a deadly boiler-room explosion in Georgia, to a granite countertop manufacturer exposing workers to toxic dust, OSHA’s enforcement actions this…
Sizzlin’ Summer Savings: NASP’s Hot Course Discounts Through August!
Current Events
As temperatures rise, so do the opportunities to boost your professional credentials, without burning a hole in your wallet. NASP (National Association of Safety Professionals) has launched its Sizzlin’ Summer Sale, offering up to 30% off a broad range of online safety courses and certifications. Whether you’re a safety director, environmental specialist, or just looking…
New MSP AND CSD Certificants
Certifications
NASP would like to congratulate the safety professionals who have recently earned their Master Safety Professional (MSP)® and Certified Safety Director (CSD)® certifications. The journey to certification is no easy feat. It requires extensive knowledge, practical skills, a deep understanding of safety regulations, and a passion for ensuring the well-being of all individuals within our…
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Reinforcing Safety with Design
07.10.2024 ComplianceWhen it comes to construction projects, from design-build condos to built-to-suit warehouses, ensuring the highest level of safety is paramount.…
Supreme Court Maintains OSHA’s Authority, Declines Allstates Refractory LLC Challenge
07.10.2024 Current Events On July 2, 2024, the Supreme Court declined to hear a challenge by Ohio-based construction contractor Allstates Refractory…
Aging Workers: Where do they fit into the workforce?
07.10.2024 ComplianceWhile much focus is placed on attracting and retaining Gen Z and millennial workers, the aging workforce represents a significant…
Reinforcing Safety with Design
07.10.2024 ComplianceWhen it comes to construction projects, from design-build condos to built-to-suit warehouses, ensuring the highest level of safety is paramount.…
New OSHA Heat Regulations: A Critical Step Towards Worker Safety
07.10.2024 Current EventsAs temperatures rise globally, ensuring the safety and health of workers exposed to extreme heat has become a pressing issue.…
New NASP Safety Certification Holders
07.10.2024 CertificationsNASP would like to congratulate the safety professionals who have recently earned their Master Safety Professional (MSP)® and Certified Safety Director (CSD)® certifications. The…
Preventable Tragedy: Lessons from a Molten Metal Leak Incident
07.10.2024 ComplianceA recent investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor revealed critical safety lapses at Ellwood Engineered Castings Co. in Hubbard,…
Supreme Court Maintains OSHA’s Authority, Declines Allstates Refractory LLC Challenge
07.10.2024 Current EventsOn July 2, 2024, the Supreme Court declined to hear a challenge by Ohio-based construction contractor Allstates Refractory LLC, which…
Aging Workers: Where do they fit into the workforce?
07.10.2024 ComplianceWhile much focus is placed on attracting and retaining Gen Z and millennial workers, the aging workforce represents a significant…
National Safety Council’s National Safety Month
06.10.2024 Current EventsWhat is National Safety Month? The National Safety Council (NSC) leads the observance of National Safety Month each June to…
Sausage Manufacturer Faces Repeat Violations for Lockout/Tagout Failures
06.10.2024 ComplianceA prominent sausage manufacturer has recently come under intense scrutiny for repeated safety violations related to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures. The…
Enhancing Fall Safety in the Workplace
06.10.2024 ComplianceUnderstanding the Importance of Fall Safety Falls are a leading cause of workplace injuries and fatalities, making fall safety a…