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7 Strategies for Engaging Employees in Safety
By Eric Gislason Compliance
According to one study, engaged employees were five times less likely to be the cause of an incident. When implementing your employee safety training program, are your employees truly engaged? Holding safety training is a key duty for environmental health and safety (EHS) professionals. To increase employee engagement in safety training, you can leverage a few actionable…
Measuring the Effectiveness of Safety Training
Compliance
Employees in industrial workplaces face several hazards on the job every day, including: To that end, the benefits of safety training in the workplace are well-documented. But how do you actually determine whether your safety training program is working or if improvements are in order? This article breaks down some key metrics for safety professionals to track,…
Mental Health Is Safety: Why Psychological Wellness Belongs on Every Jobsite
Psychological Health and Safety
May is National Mental Health Month, and it’s time for the industrial sector to recognize that mental health is a core part of workplace safety. Each May, National Mental Health Month reminds us of the importance of mental well-being across every aspect of life, including work. But in the industrial world, where safety often conjures…
Incidents in April: A Stark Reminder of the Cost of Complacency
Current Events
April 2025 brought a series of tragic workplace incidents that serve as sobering reminders of how quickly things can go wrong — and why safety training must never be treated as optional. In just a few weeks, three major events made headlines across the U.S., each exposing preventable failures in safety planning, training, or communication.…
When the Danger Comes From Within: Addressing Workplace Violence in Industrial Settings
Safety Culture
Workplace violence may not be the first hazard that comes to mind in an industrial environment, but it’s a growing threat — and often an overlooked one. While headlines have largely focused on rising assaults in healthcare settings, violence in industrial workplaces is also on the rise. From manufacturing floors to construction sites, altercations between…
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MSP and CSD BETA Exams!
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More Inspectors = More Inspections
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OSHA to Update Site-Specific Targeting Program
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Top 10 Safety Certifications for Safety Professionals
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Safety Certifications Without a Degree
01.16.2023 CertificationsCertifications make it possible for safety professionals to enhance their credibility and earning potential. Here at NASP, our training and…
Safety Certifications for High School Graduates
01.16.2023 CertificationsIt’s never too early to start preparing for your future. High school graduates have the opportunity to enroll in various…
Safety Certifications for Associate Degrees
01.16.2023 CertificationsWhether you work in oil and gas, governmental work, the construction industry, or the general industry, having the right certifications…
MSP and CSD BETA Exams!
01.10.2023 CertificationsWas earning a certification one of your professional development goals for 2023? Apply to take our CSD and MSP Beta…
Top 10 Hazardous Electrical Tasks
01.10.2023 ComplianceA new research report conducted by the DC Chapter of the National Electrical Contractors Association has zeroed in on the…
Whistleblower Retaliation
01.10.2023 Current EventsAmerican Airlines retaliated against whistleblowers who reported worker illnesses from toxic vapors inside aircraft cabins, according to OSHA. The agency…
Carlos’ Law Increases Corporate Criminal Liability in NY
01.10.2023 Current EventsNew York’s Penal Law has been amended under the new legislation, known as Carlos’ Law, to increase penalties for corporate…
