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NSC Congress 2025 Shines Spotlight on Learning

Preview the education program at the 2025 NSC Safety Congress & Expo in Denver, Sept. 15–17, featuring technical sessions, professional development seminars, Learning Labs, and OSHA’s Top 10 session.

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OSHA Cites Florida Tree Service After Fatal Wood Chipper Incident

A Port Saint Lucie contractor faces $16,550 in penalties after an employee was fatally injured at a Boynton Beach worksite, with investigators citing crushed-by hazards linked to wood chipper operations.

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OSHA Highlights Restroom, Handwashing Standards in Construction and Facility Safety

OSHA stresses that sanitary restrooms are critical workplace safety infrastructure and a regulatory obligation — a message reinforced by Bradley’s 2025 Healthy Handwashing Survey™, which shows restroom conditions directly impact health, compliance, and public trust.



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Building Support: Confronting Suicide in the Construction Industry

Observed September 8–12, 2025, Construction Suicide Prevention Week highlights the industry’s urgent mental health crisis while promoting peer support, awareness, and life-saving resources for workers.

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How to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Your Chemical Safety Program

From incident trends to employee feedback, continuous evaluation keeps chemical safety programs effective, compliant, and central to workplace culture.

A+A 2025 Gears Up to Host Global Safety Community

The latest OH&S SafetyPod episode features Messe Düsseldorf’s Lars Wismer discussing the upcoming Nov. 4-7 A+A 2025 trade fair and congress, which will showcase global safety innovations, live demonstrations, and educational sessions for workplace safety professionals.

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St. Louis Cold Drawn Marks Five Years of SHARP Safety Excellence with Labor Day Event

Employees, community members, and safety leaders gathered over Labor Day to honor St. Louis Cold Drawn’s commitment to prevention, innovation, and a culture of workplace safety.

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BCSP and IOSH Sign Agreement Expanding Global Recognition for Safety Professionals Deck

A new memorandum of understanding aligns credentials between the Board of Certified Safety Professionals and the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health, creating greater opportunities for career advancement and international recognition.

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OH&S Announces 2025 Product Awards Winners Honoring Safety Innovations

The annual Occupational Health & Safety Product Awards recognize 30 products won across 31 award categories for their groundbreaking solutions that enhance workplace health, safety, and efficiency.

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Safety Strategies Highlight Role of Workers in Reducing Hazards

Workplace experts say engaging workers as mentors, safety leads and decision-makers fosters accountability and a stronger culture of safety.

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US Department of Labor Renews OSHA Alliance to Boost Safety in Waste and Recycling Industry

A three-year partnership with the National Waste & Recycling Association and the Solid Waste Association of North America will address transportation hazards, battery risks, and other workplace safety challenges.

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Emergency Lighting Maintenance: Meeting OSHA and Fire Code Standards

Regular testing and documentation of emergency lighting isn’t just best practice—it’s a legal requirement that protects lives, ensures compliance, and helps facilities avoid costly fines and liabilities.

Global Heat Stress

WHO, WMO Warn of Rising Worker Risks from Extreme Heat

A new joint report finds billions of workers face serious health and productivity threats from climate-driven heat stress, urging urgent action to protect vulnerable populations.

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U.S. Department of Labor Offers $250K in Brookwood-Sago Grants for Mine Safety Training

MSHA funding will support education on powered haulage, emergency response, dust hazards, and other critical safety issues, with applications due Sept. 19.

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Nevada Requires Heat Mitigation Planning Under New Law

Assembly Bill 96 directs Clark and Washoe counties to add cooling spaces, water access, and shade strategies to local master plans by 2026 to combat extreme heat.

Psychological Safety in the Workplace

Psychological Safety: Breaking Down Misconceptions in High-Risk Workplaces

A recent OH&S webinar explored why psychological safety remains misunderstood in industries like construction, manufacturing, and mining—and how building trust and communication can prevent hazards.

Women Construction Managers in PPE

Women in Construction and Facility Safety: Driving Total Worker Health™ Forward

Women in construction and facility safety are reshaping workplace health by driving Total Worker Health™ forward through inclusive PPE, ergonomic solutions, psychosocial protections, and leadership advocacy.

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