Safety Training Industry News

September 11, 2001: A Day That Changed America

Editorial staff reflect on 9/11's 25th anniversary, honoring the fallen while analyzing how the tragedy permanently transformed safety, security and emergency preparedness. Read More

North Carolina Restarts Mining Safety Program

Voluntary program evaluates safety practices at mines and quarries across the state. Read More

California Employers Are Reminded of Heat Safety Requirements

Cal/OSHA is prompting employers to protect indoor and outdoor workers as temperatures climb into the triple digits. Read More

Tragic Miami Runway Excursion Highlights Ground Crew Exposure Hazards

Five airport cleaning workers died in a tarmac crash, emphasizing the vital role of runway arresting technology and ground safety controls. Read More

Michigan Opens College Credit Pathway to Iron Workers

Twelve skilled building trades unions have joined the program for curriculum evaluations. Read More

Connecticut Releases Occupational Illness Report, Workplace Prevention Guide

New resources highlight occupational illness trends and provide safety and health committees with practical strategies for identifying and preventing workplace hazards. Read More

New Jersey Honors Workers Who Supported Ground Zero Safety Efforts After 9/11

Thirty-five state employees helped protect first responders and recovery crews by distributing PPE, fitting safety equipment and monitoring air quality in the aftermath of the World Trade Center attacks. Read More

Keep the Load Close: What Does It Really Mean in Practice?

Safe lifting involves more than technique. Workplace design, load positioning and ergonomic solutions can help workers keep loads closer and reduce physical strain. Read More

NYC Construction Safety Training Company Indicted in Alleged OSHA Card Scheme

Prosecutors allege the company sold OSHA and Site Safety Training cards to individuals who had not completed required construction safety courses. Read More

MSHA Highlights Perimeter Controls and Hazard Reporting at Abandoned Mines

The U.S. has approximately 17,000 abandoned underground mines and 56,000 abandoned surface mines. Read More

Construction Industry Prepares for National Suicide Prevention Stand Down

Employers and safety professionals across the nation will pause work on Sept 14 to raise awareness for mental health in construction. Read More

Miner Fatality Sparks MSHA Alert Over Machinery Maintenance Safety

Federal officials urge stricter lock-out procedures and fall protection after a miner was engulfed in hopper material. Read More

National Traffic Awareness Month: Why Traffic Safety Doesn’t Stop at the Factory Gate

Expanding National Traffic Awareness Month to industrial sites addresses rising worker pedestrian deaths through AI edge vision retrofits. Read More

When Color Becomes a Guardrail

High-visibility safety orange powder coating extends detection distance, leverages peripheral vision, and prevents early drive-offs around industrial loading racks. Read More

MSHA Warns of Seasonal Ground Fall Hazards

About 150 underground roof or back fall accidents were reported in the first seven months of 2026, including one fatality. Read More

MSHA Details Rib Fall That Killed Assistant Shift Foreman

The May 19 accident also injured two contractors and prompted the agency to issue roof and rib safety recommendations. Read More

VizCon Showcases Safety Solutions at NSC Expo

VizCon will display safety apparel and traffic-control products for work zones, pedestrian areas and other controlled environments. Read More

Michigan Manufacturer Cuts PPE Costs With Reusable Gear Program

An automotive supplier saved $700,000 and slashed landfill waste by partnering with Libra Industries to wash and reuse protective equipment. Read More

Improve Worker Safety, Boost Productivity, and Lower Operating Costs with Spot Cooling

Targeted spot cooling protects workers and critical machinery from localized heat stress while avoiding the excessive costs of facility-wide HVAC overhauls. Read More

SureWerx Adds Field Advisers To Expand U.S. Safety Support

Two new agency partnerships will add nearly 30 safety advisers to support distributors and end users nationwide. Read More

Southern Oregon Conference Offers Workplace Safety Training

The event, a joint effort between Oregon OSHA and ASSP's Southern Oregon Chapter, will cover fall protection, heat-illness prevention and safety leadership topics. Read More

New Guidelines Detail Protection Measures for Remote Workers Facing Wildfire Smoke

Employers face updated recommendations for protecting outdoor staff in remote areas from hazardous particulate exposure during wildfire season. Read More

J. J. Keller Promotes Steve Murray to Chief Operating Officer

Steve Murray will lead product strategy and daily operations as chief operating officer for compliance leader J. J. Keller. Read More

Lockout/Tagout's Evidence Gap: What 4,771 OSHA Violations Reveal

OSHA data shows missing paperwork, not missing locks, drives over 70% of lockout/tagout violations. Read More

Safety Culture Starts With Trust, Not Compliance

At VPPPA Safety+, Aron Yellott explored how trust, worker involvement and frontline leadership can strengthen safety. Read More

California Funds Millions for Workplace Rights and Safety Outreach

State agency directs nearly $35 million to local groups educating vulnerable workers on safety, heat rules and labor rights. Read More