OH&S SafetyPod welcomes Columbia Southern University’s Dr. Travis Smith and Bobby Oberlechner to discuss the university’s new maritime safety degree program and how it’s preparing future leaders for complex, high-risk maritime operations.
A proactive approach to safety helps organizations prevent injuries, avoid costly OSHA violations and foster a strong safety culture built on accountability and communication.
Michigan small businesses with 250 or fewer employees can apply for MIOSHA’s MIWISH grant program, which provides up to $5,000 in matching funds for safety equipment and training to reduce workplace injuries and illnesses.
A new CPWR and Dodge Construction Network report shows progress on heat safety and worker well-being programs, but smaller firms lag behind in implementation and data use.
A new statewide program will allow building trades apprentices to earn college credit for their on-the-job training—linking hands-on experience to academic credentials and career advancement.
High school students across Oregon are encouraged to use their creativity to promote heat illness prevention through the 2026 Oregon Young Employee Safety (O[yes]) Coalition Media Contest, organized in partnership with Oregon OSHA.
Winter’s harsh conditions can expose weak spots in workplace safety programs, making it the perfect time for employers to test their safety culture’s resilience and strengthen protocols before accidents happen.
Confined space entry has been a well-known hazard for decades, yet fatalities persist. Blackline Safety’s Todd Connolley explains why complacency remains a top concern and how to combat it.
A single roadside moment can shift risk from company to family. Here is how to see it sooner and lead better.
Two experts explain how digital fire training tools deliver realism, repeatability, and safety without disrupting operations—helping safety professionals build competence and confidence across diverse workplaces.
Fast action saves lives: equipping workplaces with AEDs and CPR training dramatically improves survival chances during sudden cardiac arrest.
When PPE fits well and supports employee wellness, workers feel valued, stay protected, and drive a stronger culture of safety, comfort, and compliance across every shift.
Pie Insurance’s latest workplace safety survey reveals key trends impacting small businesses, from rising injury costs to growing concerns about employee wellbeing.
Artificial intelligence can personalize study plans, generate adaptive practice questions, and offer real-time feedback — giving Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) and Certified Safety Professional (CSP) candidates a strategic edge.
The Labor Department is funding skills programs in shipbuilding, manufacturing, construction, and other critical sectors to strengthen workforce readiness and improve safety outcomes nationwide.
The Labor Department has awarded $250,000 in Brookwood-Sago grants to three institutions to support mine safety training and reduce workplace hazards.
Federal grant funding will support disaster cleanup jobs and workforce training in Texas communities hit hard by deadly summer flooding, with safety playing a critical role in recovery efforts.
New resources and enforcement initiatives aim to strengthen safety standards, improve compliance for employers, and better support workplace health for millions of U.S. workers.
As daylight hours decrease and routines shift, employees face higher risks of fatigue, mood changes, and reduced alertness. Employers who proactively address seasonal challenges can improve safety, morale, and productivity throughout the fall and winter months.
More than fifty years after the OSH Act, OSHA’s mission to protect workers remains critical as industries face new hazards, evolving technologies, and climate-related risks.