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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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Compliance Roundup – Recent Violations from Across the Country
12.26.2024 ComplianceIn recent enforcement actions, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has identified significant safety violations…
Improving Process Safety Management in 2024
12.26.2024 ComplianceExecutive SummaryThe 2024 Sphera Process Safety Report highlights the growing need for organizations to adopt digital solutions to bridge the…
Now you see me, now you don’t—a three-part exploration into shifting workplace risk assessments from tangible to intangible hazards.
12.26.2024 ComplianceFor over 50 years, the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) has focused on ensuring that America’s hard-working men and women…
Congratulations to our newest MSPs and CSDs
12.26.2024 CertificationsNASP would like to congratulate the safety professionals who have recently earned their Master Safety Professional (MSP)® and Certified Safety…
Troubleshooting 4 Common Gas Detection Issues
12.26.2024 ComplianceGas detection has come a long way since canaries warned miners of toxic gases in the 19th century. Today’s advanced…
New FTA Rule Establishes Safety Standards for Rail Workers on Tracks
12.26.2024 ComplianceThe Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has introduced a final rule establishing mandatory minimum safety standards for rail transit employees working…
Head Protection at a Turning Point – A Look at Key Findings from the ISEA & J. J. Keller Collaborative Study
12.26.2024 Current EventsThe latest joint study by J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. and the International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA) reveals that…
How to Create a Safety Culture in the Construction Industry
12.24.2024 ComplianceFostering a safe workplace can help construction companies promote a positive working environment for employees. Most importantly, it prevents injuries…
ISO 45003 Audit Checklist
12.24.2024 ComplianceWhen the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) published the first edition of the ISO 45003 in June 2021, many organizations wanted to…
Psychosocial Hazards Based on ISO 45003
12.24.2024 ComplianceEmployees who feel psychologically unsafe on the job are 80% more likely to report workplace injuries requiring medical attention and time off.…
What Is ISO 45003?
12.24.2024 Compliance The International Organization for Standardization (ISO), headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, published the first edition of ISO 45003 in June 2021.…
Benefits of ISO 45003 on Mental Health
12.24.2024 CertificationsAccording to the World Health Organization, one in eight people globally lives with a mental health condition. Millions grapple with mental health disorders like…
