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New ASTM SIF Standard: What It Means for Internal Injury Reporting

ASTM International recently released ASTM E2920-26, an updated standard that introduces a more structured approach to recording and evaluating workplace injuries, illnesses, and Serious Injury and Fatality (SIF) events. The new standard is designed to help organizations move beyond traditional injury reporting and focus more closely on incidents that have the potential to result in…

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OSHA and MSHA Civil Penalty Amounts Increasing by 2.6% on Jan. 15

OSHA and MSHA Civil Penalty Amounts Increasing by 2.6% on Jan. 15

01.20.2025 Compliance
Civil penalties issued by OSHA and MSHA will rise by about 2.6% on Jan. 15, in accordance with the Federal…
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Study Finds Prolonged Sitting Raises Heart Risks—even for Regular Exercisers

Study Finds Prolonged Sitting Raises Heart Risks—even for Regular Exercisers

01.20.2025 Current Events
The Sedentary Danger A new study from Massachusetts General Hospital shows that spending more than 10.6 hours a day sitting,…
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OSHA Ends Pursuit of COVID-19 Standard for Healthcare, Shifts Focus to Broader Infectious Diseases Rule

OSHA Ends Pursuit of COVID-19 Standard for Healthcare, Shifts Focus to Broader Infectious Diseases Rule

01.16.2025 Compliance
OSHA has officially halted its efforts to establish a COVID-19-specific standard for healthcare settings, opting instead to focus on completing…
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OSHA and Amazon Reach Settlement to Improve Worker Safety

OSHA and Amazon Reach Settlement to Improve Worker Safety

01.14.2025 Compliance
In a significant move to enhance workplace safety, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Amazon have reached a…
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Now you see me, now you don’t – Part 2 – Ergonomics

Now you see me, now you don’t – Part 2 – Ergonomics

12.26.2024 Compliance
What Is Workplace Ergonomics? In our last issue we saw that overexertion and bodily reaction accounted for most days away…
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Supporting the Mental Health of Frontline Workers: Key Strategies for Employers

Supporting the Mental Health of Frontline Workers: Key Strategies for Employers

12.26.2024 Compliance
Frontline employees; those in healthcare, education, retail, emergency services, and beyond, face intense emotional demands, making mental health support crucial.…
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Discover the Ultimate Safety Resource — NASP’s YouTube Channel

Discover the Ultimate Safety Resource — NASP’s YouTube Channel

12.26.2024 Youtube
In today’s digital age, on-demand learning and accessible guidance are crucial for safety professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and…
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Compliance Roundup – Recent Violations from Across the Country

Compliance Roundup – Recent Violations from Across the Country

12.26.2024 Compliance
In recent enforcement actions, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has identified significant safety violations…
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Improving Process Safety Management in 2024

Improving Process Safety Management in 2024

12.26.2024 Compliance
Executive Summary The 2024 Sphera Process Safety Report highlights the growing need for organizations to adopt digital solutions to bridge…
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Now you see me, now you don’t—a three-part exploration into shifting workplace risk assessments from tangible to intangible hazards.

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 Compliance
For over 50 years, the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) has focused on ensuring that America’s hard-working men and women…
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Congratulations to our newest MSPs and CSDs

Congratulations to our newest MSPs and CSDs

12.26.2024 Certifications
Recognizing New MSP and CSD Certification Holders NASP would like to congratulate the safety professionals who have recently earned their…
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Troubleshooting 4 Common Gas Detection Issues

Troubleshooting 4 Common Gas Detection Issues

12.26.2024 Compliance
Gas detection has come a long way since canaries warned miners of toxic gases in the 19th century. Today’s advanced…
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