Oregon OSHA to Host Workplace Safety and Health Conference in Bend
Set for Sept. 15–16 at the River House Lodge, the two-day event will feature PPE training, fall protection, safety culture strategies, and a keynote by “American Ninja Warrior” finalist Hoan Do.
- By Stasia DeMarco
- Aug 06, 2025
Employers and workers seeking to sharpen their skills in workplace safety and health will gather in Bend this September for a two-day conference featuring expert-led training, networking opportunities, and practical strategies to strengthen safety culture.
The Central Oregon Occupational Safety & Health Conference is scheduled for Sept. 15–16 at the River House Lodge. Organized by Oregon OSHA and the Central Oregon Safety & Health Association, the event features sessions on a range of topics, including heat illness prevention, noise mitigation, fall protection, recordkeeping, and AI-powered safety tools.
A keynote address on Tuesday, Sept. 16, will be delivered by Hoan Do, international speaker, author, and finalist on “American Ninja Warrior.” His high-energy talk, "Turning Obstacles into Opportunities," will focus on personal growth, resilience, and collaboration in the workplace.
The conference will also feature an emergency service and first responder track, created with support from the Oregon Fire Chiefs Association's Safety and Health Section. Topics include lithium-ion battery safety, mental health in fire services, and leadership’s role in safety culture.
Other sessions will cover:
- Respiratory protection programs
- PPE standards and testing
- Welding fume hazards
- Hazard identification
- Slips, trips, and falls
- Incident analysis and data use
In addition to expert-led sessions, the event will include a safety and health product exhibition and networking opportunities for professionals across industries.
Registration and more information are available at: safetyseries.cventevents.com/central25
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Stasia DeMarco is the Content Editor for OH&S.