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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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Certified Safety Manager: Construction (CSMC)
10.15.2024 Live ClassesCertified Construction Safety Construction Safety Managers must handle many tasks related to construction projects. They plan and coordinate aspects of…
How to Handle Construction Hazards
10.15.2024 ComplianceIf you know how to handle construction hazards, you can help keep your team safe and protected. Prioritizing hazard mitigation…
Guide to Job Site Safety
10.15.2024 CompliancePreventing hazards on the job site starts with building a safety-focused workplace culture, and education is key for this. Providing…
ADA Considerations for Safety Managers
10.15.2024 ComplianceCreating a safe and healthy environment in your workplace is an important part of facility management. Part of that initiative…
Career Paths in Safety
10.15.2024 ComplianceA career in safety can be as rewarding personally as it is financially. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics,…
Ensuring Legitimacy in Workplace Safety Training Organizations
10.15.2024 ComplianceIn today’s market, the importance of workplace safety training cannot be overstated. However, with the rise of numerous training providers,…
Trenching and Excavation Hazards
10.15.2024 ComplianceWhile trenches and excavations are essential for many construction processes, they also present potential hazards for workers. In 2022, 39 workers…
How many Safety Professionals do you need at your company?
09.23.2024 ComplianceOne of the biggest challenges companies face today has to do with staffing. It’s completely natural, then, to wonder how…
How many Safety Professionals do you need at your company?
09.23.2024 ComplianceOne of the biggest challenges companies face today has to do with staffing. It’s completely natural, then, to wonder how…
Getting the Most Out of Your Trip to the 2024 NSC Safety Congress and Expo
09.11.2024 Current EventsAttending trade shows like the NSC Safety Congress and Expo can be both exciting and overwhelming. With so much to…
NASP Stands with United Support & Memorial for Workplace Fatalities (USMWF): Honoring Lives Lost and Supporting Families
09.11.2024 Current Events Losing a loved one to a workplace accident is an unimaginable tragedy. It is a painful reality that…
Unlock the Full Potential of Safety Leadership with a NASP Premium Membership!
09.11.2024 Current EventsIn 2024, the National Association of Safety Professionals (NASP) launched a redesigned membership platform that makes it easier than ever…
