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VPPPA's 2023 Safety+ Symposium Shines a Spotlight on Networking

The annual safety event features several key networking opportunities.

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VPPPAs 2023 Safety Plus Symposium Is Coming to Orlando This Month

The organization’s annual event takes place from Sept. 17-20.

Safety+ Symposium 2023 Serving up Special Events

The annual Safety+ Symposium runs Sept. 17-20 at the Orlando World Center Marriott in Orlando, Fla. and will feature a Kennedy Space Center tour, a Daytona International Speedway tour, and the VPPPA Scholarship Golf Tournament.



Take 5 Car Wash Faces $256,707 in Penalties for Electrical, Other Hazards

Take 5 Car Wash Faces $256,707 in Penalties for Electrical, Other Hazards

Reports of electrical shocks spanned more than a year.

Wisconsin Sawmill Adheres to Child Labor Laws After Teen Worker

Wisconsin Sawmill Adheres to Child Labor Laws After Teen Worker's Death

The company settled with $190,696 in penalties.

2023 Safety+ Symposium Emphasizes Education

The 2023 Safety+ Symposium, slated for Sept. 17 to Sept. 20 at the Orlando World Center Marriott in Orlando, Fla., is set to host more than 50 educational workshops for its attendees.

New York Governor Signs Workplace Safety Bill for Schools

New York Governor Signs Workplace Safety Bill for Schools

The legislation aims to address workplace violence statewide.

6 Practical Ways to Keep Drivers Safe on the Job: What Employers Can Do

6 Practical Ways to Keep Drivers Safe on the Job What Employers Can Do

By adopting six practical strategies, employers can meet the delivery demands of a fast-paced world while safeguarding the individuals who steer toward progress.

Understanding Safety Software Solutions

Understanding Safety Software Solutions

There is a wide spectrum of options. What do you need to know to protect your team?

Understanding ‘Point of Work’ in NFPA 70E

Understanding ‘Point of Work’ in NFPA 70E

How permanent absence of voltage test points ensure compliance and safety.

Addressing an Overlooked Danger

Addressing an Overlooked Danger

Why current helmet standards must be updated to account for rotational motion, a key cause of concussions.

The Public Sector Side of Facility Safety

The Public Sector Side of Facility Safety

Facilities Management and Public Works play a critical role as disaster site first responders, but it’s a role that’s not fully recognized.

The ‘Five S’ System for Facility Safety

The ‘Five S’ System for Facility Safety

How these straightforward and easy-to-implement solutions can keep your facility safe and efficient.

Vision: A Key Piece in the Safety Puzzle

Vision: A Key Piece in the Safety Puzzle

Employers sometimes lose focus on vision protection when handling high-fatality dangers such as falls. Fortunately vision protection might be having its big moment.

Fall Protection: An Ongoing Conversation

Fall Protection An Ongoing Conversation

How can employers develop a comprehensive training program and instilling a safety culture to prevent slips and falls?

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