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Why psychological health and safety (PHS) is the future of workplace safety
By Olga Morawczynski Psychological Health and Safety
The safety landscape is about to undergo a major transformation. Over the next decade, the biggest threats to workplace safety won’t come from machinery malfunctions or ladder falls. Rather, they’ll come from psychosocial hazards: excessive workload, unsupportive leadership, workplace bullying, and lack or autonomy. These are the hidden risks that erode attention, impair decision-making, and…
How to Become a Safety Manager
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The work of a safety manager can be fulfilling as you get to promote and improve safety in your workplace. However, it’s not always an easy job, and getting qualified can be challenging without the right credentials. You must consider whether you have the right traits, if you plan to get a degree, which industry…
How to Save Money By Developing Your Own Safety Programs
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While prioritizing workplace safety is essential, it can also be expensive. Developing safety programs internally instead of outsourcing training can protect employees and financial assets. Whether you’re a business owner or manager, equipping yourself or a staff member to develop safety programs can save your company money. Alongside the financial benefits of having a team…
How to Maintain Accurate Safety Records
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Maintaining safety records helps keep your organization legally compliant and builds a culture where every employee returns home safely each day. Safety records rarely make headlines unless something goes wrong, but when an accident happens, they provide critical information. They can reveal emerging patterns linked to workplace dangers, and lives can be saved when action…
OSHA Recordkeeping Requirements
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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) covers standards for safe and healthy workplaces in the United States. It establishes regulations, performs inspections, conducts training and education, and works with state agencies and other industry regulators. OSHA also establishes safety recordkeeping requirements to track and monitor workplace accidents in various industries. Learn more about OSHA…
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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…
CSB Releases Second Volume of Chemical Incident Reports, Highlighting Continued Safety Failures
04.15.2025 ComplianceThe U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) has released a second volume of incident reports detailing 25 serious…
The Hidden Cost of Burnout: Understanding Its Psychological Toll and How to Address It
04.15.2025 Psychological Health and SafetyBurnout is no longer just a buzzword—it’s a serious psychological threat that’s affecting a growing number of workers across industries.…
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…
Preventing Workplace Bullying: A Critical Step for Employee Well-being
03.10.2025 Psychological Health and SafetyWorkplace bullying is more than just an unpleasant experience—it has real and lasting consequences for employees and their families. A…
OSHA Updates PPE Requirements for the Construction Industry: Ensuring Proper Fit for Worker Safety
03.10.2025 ComplianceNew OSHA Rule Mandates Properly Fitting PPE The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has finalized a significant revision to…
OSHA Releases Workplace Injury and Illness Data for 2023
03.10.2025 ComplianceThe U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has released comprehensive data on workplace injuries and illnesses…
New Certificants for MSP and CSD
03.10.2025 CertificationsNASP would like to congratulate the safety professionals who have recently earned their Master Safety Professional (MSP)® and Certified Safety…
Navigating the Challenges of Implementing a Psychological Health and Safety Program at Your Workplace
02.13.2025 Psychological Health and SafetyIn today’s workplaces, Psychological Health and Safety (PHS) is as critical as traditional occupational health and safety. A well-implemented PHS…
A Workplace without OSHA
02.13.2025 EditorialYou probably haven’t seen this in recent news, but a new bill has emerged in Congress proposing the elimination of…
EPA Opts Against Regulating Lead Wheel Weights Amid Declining Usage and Low Exposure Risk
02.13.2025 Current EventsThe U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced its decision not to regulate the manufacture, processing, or distribution of lead…