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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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The Critical Importance of Industrial Hygiene in the Workplace
09.11.2024 ComplianceIndustrial hygiene is a crucial aspect of workplace safety that often goes unnoticed until something goes wrong. It encompasses the…
A Somber Reminder: The Tragic School Shooting in Atlanta and the Need for Workplace Violence Prevention
09.11.2024 Current Events On September 4th, 2024, tragedy struck once again, this time at a school in Atlanta, Georgia. A…
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 EventsLosing a loved one to a workplace accident is an unimaginable tragedy. It is a painful reality that affects thousands…
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…
The Critical Importance of Industrial Hygiene in the Workplace
09.11.2024 ComplianceIndustrial hygiene is a crucial aspect of workplace safety that often goes unnoticed until something goes wrong. It encompasses the…
A Somber Reminder: The Tragic School Shooting in Atlanta and the Need for Workplace Violence Prevention
09.11.2024 Current EventsOn September 4th, 2024, tragedy struck once again, this time at a school in Atlanta, Georgia. A young man opened…
OSHA Heat Stress Standards
08.23.2024 ComplianceThe Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) sets and enforces standards to ensure safe and healthy working conditions for employees.…
How to Prevent Heat Stress on the Job Site
08.23.2024 ComplianceHow to Prevent Heat Stress on the Job Site Temperatures are rising, making heat stress a growing threat to the…
OSHA Heat Stress Standards
08.23.2024 ComplianceThe Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) sets and enforces standards to ensure safe and healthy working conditions for employees.…
How to Prevent Heat Stress on the Job Site
08.23.2024 ComplianceTemperatures are rising, making heat stress a growing threat to the health and productivity of workforces worldwide. Heat stress occurs…
HAZWOPER: What Is It and Why Does it Matter?
08.07.2024 ComplianceHAZWOPER stands for Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response. It is a regulation (29 CFR 1910.120) produced and maintained by…
