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Investigative Safety Analysis: The Le Constellation Bar Fire at Crans-Montana
By NASP Blogger Current Events
On January 1, 2026, a fatal structural fire occurred at the Le Constellation Bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, resulting in the deaths of 40 occupants, many of them teenagers, and injuries to more than 100 others. The incident represents one of the most significant mass casualty fires in a public assembly occupancy in recent Swiss history…
Why Becoming a NASP Member Is a Smart Move for Safety Professionals
Safety Culture
In today’s fast-paced workplace safety environment, staying current with best practices, regulatory updates, and professional development opportunities can make all the difference in your career. The National Association of Safety Professionals (NASP) offers a membership built to support safety professionals at every stage of their career. What You Get with NASP Membership Becoming a NASP…
What’s Ahead for Workplace Safety: Key Regulatory Changes Coming in 2026
Current Events
As we enter 2026, workplace safety professionals face a year of meaningful regulatory change. Federal agencies and standards organizations are advancing new requirements that will affect hazard communication, injury reporting, chemical management, fire protection, and electrical safety. Staying ahead of these developments will be critical to maintaining compliance and protecting workers. Below is a snapshot…
Top OSHA Fines of 2025: A Clear Message on Repeat Violations
Current Events
In 2025, OSHA significantly escalated enforcement actions against employers with a history of non-compliance. A common theme among the year’s highest penalties was repeat and willful violations, particularly cases where employers failed to correct known hazards after previous inspections, citations, or fatalities. The following cases highlight the steep financial and human costs of ignoring established…
A Year of Progress: NASP’s Training Milestones for 2025
Editorial
As we look back on 2025, one theme shines brightly across the National Association of Safety Professionals (NASP): progress with purpose. This year, thousands of safety professionals advanced their knowledge, strengthened their skills, and elevated workplace safety culture through NASP’s comprehensive training programs, both in-person and online. From our flagship certifications to newly launched specialty…
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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…
Do You Need a Certification to Become a Safety Manager?
08.27.2025 CertificationsWhile you do not need safety certifications to become a safety manager, you can go through Certified Safety Manager (CSM) training to…
Lives Lost and Fines Levied: OSHA Crackdowns in July 2025 Highlight Deadly and Costly Safety Failures
08.12.2025 ComplianceIn July 2025, OSHA issued a series of fines, each underscoring the high stakes of compliance failures and the price…
New MSP AND CSD Certificants
08.12.2025 CertificationsNASP would like to congratulate the safety professionals who have recently earned their Master Safety Professional (MSP)® and Certified Safety…
Reflections from Orlando: Connection and Computation Forge the Future of Safety at ASSP Safety 2025 (Chris Salemink, MSP, NASP attendee)
08.12.2025 EditorialOver the course of the three-day event, a consistent message emerged: OSH professionals are now expected to balance two key…
Celebrating 25 Years of NASP: A Journey of Dedication, Innovation, and Impact
08.07.2025 EditorialThis week marks a significant milestone in NASP’s history: 25 years of unwavering commitment to workplace safety. What began in…
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).…
A Shifting Landscape: Analyzing OSHA’s Proposed Changes to Respirator Medical Evaluations
07.11.2025 ComplianceA significant change may be on the horizon for how we manage respiratory protection programs. The Occupational Safety and Health…
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…
New York Training Provider Pleads Guilty to Selling Fake OSHA Cards
07.11.2025 Current EventsA New York City training provider and its former president have pleaded guilty to charges related to issuing tens of…
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…