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First Impression: ASSP Safety 2022 Experience

For the past three months, I've been writing about many topics relating to health and safety from behind a computer screen. Today, I was able to step away from the screen and experience everything in person. It was a wonderful experience to be able to meet with professionals and hear from influential people in the safety world.

Safety 2022: The Impact of DEI on Safety

When safety professionals consider or evaluate programs and leadership styles, there are many factors involved, including diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI).

Chicago is Buzzing with Safety Professionals at Safety 2022

While Chicago is an amazing place, I don’t think the Windy City had much to do with the electric buzz felt between attendees at the American Society of Safety Professional’s Safety 2022 Professional Development Conference & Exposition on Monday, June 27.

Delivering Effective Feedback to Instigate Change in Safety

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Delivering Effective Feedback to Instigate Change in Safety

Listen in as Editor Sydny Shepard discusses best practices in delivering feedback for instigating change in employee involvement in safety programs.

Live From Safety 2022: Day 1

Day one of ASSP Safety 2022 is over! Nearly 5,000 people attended both virtually and in person. Want to catch up on the day? Visit our Live From page for coverage at ohsonline.com/live.

Safety 2022 is Just Getting Started in Chicago

The American Society of Safety Professional’s Safety 2022 Professional Development Conference & Exposition started with a bang Monday, June 27 in Chicago.

MSHA to Award Funds for Miner Safety and Health Education

MSHA to Award Funds for Miner Safety and Health Education

Up to $1,00,000 will be given out under the Brookwood-Sago grant program.

Watch Your Step: Best Practices to Mitigate Fall Risks on Worksites

Watch Your Step: Best Practices to Mitigate Fall Risks on Worksites

Slips, trips and falls lead to thousands of injuries every year. Learn how to prevent them to improve worker safety.



The Economics of Safety

The Economics of Safety

Creative alternatives to common problems exist if you know where to look.

New Report Shows Worker Stress at Potential High

New Report Shows Worker Stress at Potential High

Over 40 percent of people surveyed said they felt stressed the day prior to taking the survey.

Illinois Coal Mine Operator Cited After Employees Not Evacuated During Fire

Illinois Coal Mine Operator Cited After Employees Not Evacuated During Fire

MSHA cited the company for 14 citations and proposed over $1,000,000 in penalties.

Funding for Grant Available for Worker Safety and Hazard Education, Training

Funding for Grant Available for Worker Safety and Hazard Education, Training

OSHA will award nonprofits $11.7 million for Susan Harwood Training grants.

An Insight to the Safety of Autonomous Vehicles

An Insight to the Safety of Autonomous Vehicles

Knowing the safety performance of these vehicles is important for the conversation of implementing this technology in the workplace.

More Than Case Workers: Occupational Health Nurses and Safety

More Than Case Workers: Occupational Health Nurses and Safety

Occupational health nurses are the key to promoting whole health and safety on worksites.

Getting the Most Out of Your Incident Investigations

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Getting the Most Out of Your Incident Investigations

Listen in as Editor Sydny Shepard discusses best practices for conducting effective Incident Investigations.

Headed to Safety 2022? What the Windy City Has to Offer

Headed to Safety 2022? What the Windy City Has to Offer

This year’s ASSP Safety 2022 Conference and Expo will be held at McCormick Place in Chicago.

Live From ASSP Safety 2022 Starts Next Week

The OH&S Live From page is a great resource for all attendees, whether in person or virtual!

Filling Your Schedule: Can’t Miss Sessions at Safety 2022

Safety 2022 promotes over 125 educational sessions for attendees. Here’s a few you won’t want to miss.

ASSP Safety 2022 to Highlight Session with Doug Parker, OSHA Head

Safety 2022 in Chicago is focusing on bringing safety professionals much needed education, including a conversation with OSHA’s Doug Parker.

New Survey Shows Worker Opinion on Electrical Safety

New Survey Shows Worker Opinion on Electrical Safety

Multiple respondents said “more can be done” to improve safety at work.

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