Safety Training Industry News

Study Finds Rising Opioid-Related Emergency Visits Among Injured Workers

Research identifies significant increases in opioid-related emergency visits among injured workers, particularly in machining, construction and materials handling. Read More

Washington Seeks Public Input on Indoor Heat Rulemaking

The rulemaking will consider heat hazards in every industry, with a preliminary draft expected before more meetings in 2027. Read More

OSHA Forms Alliance With Four Safety Groups to Prevent Serious Injuries and Fatalities

The agreement, which is not legally binding, covers joint training, technical briefings for federal and state OSHA staff, and resources in multiple languages on spotting and preventing SIF risks. Read More

Beyond the SDS Binder: Closing the Gaps in Workplace Chemical Hazard Communication

A hazard communication program takes more than just safety data sheets and labels. Here are the gaps that cause citations and how to close them. Read More

OSHA Grant Backs Forklift Battery Safety Training

Warehouse workers and employers will receive free training materials on battery hazards after OSHA reviews and approves the curriculum. Read More

Survey Links Unverified AI Guidance to Higher Regulatory Fines

Respondents linked unchecked AI output to incorrect filings, missed deadlines and failed audits, and teams that put sensitive data into personal AI tools reported problems far more often. Read More

ASSP Survey Finds AI Adoption Growing in Workplace Safety

AI use in workplace safety is growing, but investment, data quality and organizational challenges remain barriers. Read More

Michigan Opens New Round of Safety Equipment Grants for Small Employers

MIOSHA awarded $500,000 to 129 employers last fiscal year, with construction firms making up the largest share of recipients. Read More

OSHA Cites Six Contractors Over Cave-In Hazards at Unprotected 75-Foot Excavation

The companies face $648,094 in proposed fines, and three were cited for willful violations, meaning OSHA believes they knowingly ignored excavation safety rules. Read More

Iowa Offers Manufacturers Up to 80% Reimbursement for Worker Training

The initial round is expected to support training for 631 workers, part of an estimated $4 million in federally funded grants. Read More

Firefighters Use Utility Cart to Keep Heavy Gear off the Floor

Snohomish Fire crews now set heavy equipment pulled from their trucks on a utility cart rather than the ground. Read More

Electrical Worker Dies Following Incident at Southern California Facility

Police said Cal/OSHA was briefed and county prosecutors are helping investigate, while the medical examiner handles the death inquiry. Read More

Washington Investigators Link Mechanic Death to Overloaded Truck Crane

A state investigation identified an overloaded crane, inadequate operator training and a lack of equipment inspections as contributing factors in the fatal lifting incident. Read More

Managing Live Traffic Risks on Active Construction Sites

From schools and hospitals to commercial buildings, construction teams must coordinate vehicle and pedestrian traffic to protect workers and the public while facilities remain operational. Read More

The Future of Lone Worker Safety: How Employers Can Adapt to New Risks and Requirements

As state laws and workplace risks evolve, more employers are reexamining how they protect employees who work alone. Read More

California Expands Cal/OSHA Investigation and Enforcement Authority

A newly signed law strengthens procedures for investigating serious workplace incidents and expands potential criminal liability for certain safety violations. Read More

Oregon Extends Deadline for 2027 Workplace Safety Award Nominations

The awards will be presented March 2, 2027, at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland. Read More

Firefighter Health and Safety Technology Guide Research Collaboration

International working groups will examine occupational health risks, smart protective equipment and oversight of AI tools. Read More

Caltrans Calls for Safety Review After Three Contractor Workers Die in One Work Zone Incident

Six contractor employees have been struck and killed on Caltrans highway projects since Aug. 10. Read More

Keith Sonderling Takes Ceremonial Oath as 31st US Labor Secretary

He had run the department as acting secretary since April and served as deputy secretary before that. Read More

Researchers Test Wearable Sweat Sensor at Construction Site

The device sent data for nearly three hours during a normal workday, but researchers say accurate sweat readings need more testing. Read More

New York Elevator Safety Board Sets October Meeting

The public can attend in Albany or New York City or watch the meeting via livestream. Read More

The Hidden Toll of Heat on the Factory Floor

Hot workplaces can wear workers down, but a few simple steps can help managers spot and reduce the problem. Read More

Tennessee OSHA Warns of Increased Carbon Monoxide Risks as Temperatures Drop

The agency urges employers to take precautions when using fuel-burning equipment as colder weather increases the potential for workplace carbon monoxide exposure. Read More

OSHA Cites Pennsylvania Excavation Contractor After Fatal Trench Collapse

A worker installing a storm sewer was killed when a 12-foot-deep trench collapsed, prompting citations for alleged cave-in, inspection and access hazards. Read More

VPP’s Next Chapter: Safety Culture, Workers and 2027

VPPPA Executive Director Chris Williams reflects on the 2026 Safety+ Symposium and discusses the association’s priorities for VPP and workplace safety in 2027. Read More

Data Center Construction Raises Confined Space Safety Considerations

Electrical and mechanical spaces on rapidly expanding data center projects can present access, ventilation and rescue challenges that require careful hazard evaluation. Read More

A Confined Space Rescue Plan Is Not Rescue Readiness

Five questions help employers assess confined-space rescue methods, equipment, response capability and crew readiness before entry. Read More

OSHA HazCom Compliance Deadline Approaches for Employers

The revised standard brings new requirements for hazard classifications, labeling and employee training as organizations adjust to OSHA’s updated chemical safety framework. Read More

Washington Proposal Would Explicitly Require Properly Fitting PPE for Construction Workers

The state will hold virtual hearings Nov. 10 and 16, and written comments are due Nov. 23. Read More

New ASSP Executive to Oversee Safety Standards Development

Jim Nulsen brings more than 20 years of growth and partnership experience in safety and compliance markets. Read More

Nearly 5,000 Fire Prevention Kits Focus on Lithium-Ion Battery Safety

Fire departments will hand out brochures, posters, magnets and activities at schools, open houses and community events. Read More

Beyond the Box Check: How to Build Safety Checklists Workers Can Actually Use

Effective safety checklists focus on observable hazards, clear responsibilities and actions workers can take when something goes wrong. Read More

ASSP Meeting Targets Hazardous Energy Risks

Safety professionals will examine hazard identification and control measures to help prevent serious workplace injuries and deaths. Read More

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Veriforce Contractor Network Offered 10% Tuition Discount at Columbia Southern

Tuition covers e-textbooks, and participants may apply for a scholarship awarded six times a year. Read More

PIP and Gore Collaborate on Protective Workwear

A new clothing collection is designed to address thermal, electrical and chemical hazards within one garment system. Read More

Michigan Offers Matching Grants for Workplace Safety Equipment

MIOSHA funding provides up to $5000 for eligible employers with no more than 250 employees companywide. Read More

Charter Renewed for Committee Advising on Federal Workplace Safety Law

The renewed charter runs two years from its filing date, but the committee itself has no set end date. Read More

Fall Protection Leads Washington Construction Safety Violations in 2026

Washington construction safety data show fall protection continuing to dominate serious violations as the state moves ahead with rulemaking involving PPE, heat, lead and other workplace hazards. Read More