Safety Training Industry News

Physical Fitness to Be Focus of Safety Stand Down 2026

The campaign will focus on physical fitness and its role in reducing preventable injuries and deaths in the fire and emergency services during Safety Stand Down 2026, June 14–20. Read More

Federal Safety Investigation Targets Ohio Commercial Bakery

OSHA has proposed nearly $395,000 in penalties after citing New Horizons Baking Co. for repeat and serious workplace safety violations involving hazardous machinery and lockout/tagout failures. Read More

OSHA Cites Connecticut Contractor for Continued Safety Violations

Federal safety officials have proposed more than $1 million in penalties after a follow-up inspection found repeated excavation and workplace safety violations. Read More

ASSP Safety 2026 to Bring Education, Networking, and Innovation to Anaheim

Registration is now open for ASSP’s Safety 2026 conference and exposition in Anaheim, June 15–17, featuring 200+ education sessions, CEUs, and a large safety solutions expo. Read More

NSC Report Highlights Progress and Gaps in MSD Prevention

The National Safety Council’s 2024–2025 MSD Solutions Index Pledge Community Report finds many organizations strengthening safety culture but urges clearer risk-reduction goals and broader adoption of MSD prevention tools and technologies. Read More

Modern Industrial Hygiene: Building Smarter, Data-Driven Exposure Assessment Programs

A veteran industrial hygienist examines how exposure assessment has evolved—and why today’s IH programs must integrate smarter strategies, stronger analytical quality and a deeper understanding of real-world variability to truly protect workers. Read More

San Francisco Fire Department Becomes Largest in U.S. to Adopt Non-PFAS Turnout Gear

Following the nation’s first municipal ban on PFAS in firefighter gear, San Francisco equips its entire frontline force with non-PFAS turnout gear to reduce exposure risks while maintaining NFPA performance standards. Read More

ASSP SafetyFOCUS Program Offers Targeted Education for Safety Professionals

The SafetyFOCUS education program offers expert-led training to help safety professionals build practical skills, earn CEUs and address evolving workplace safety challenges. Read More

What Employers Should Expect from OSHA’s Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Federal deregulation is slowing OSHA’s rulemaking, but targeted proposals—such as exemptions for inherently risky activities and continued heat-safety efforts—signal selective regulatory shifts. At the same time, states are advancing their own standards, creating a more complex compliance environment for employers. Read More

OSHA Issues New Interpretations to Clarify Safety Standards

OSHA issues new letters of interpretation to clarify how employers must apply key safety standards, from confined spaces to recordkeeping and audiometric testing. Read More

Massachusetts Issues Safety Alert After Silicosis Case in Stone Countertop Industry

State public health officials are urging employers in the stone countertop sector to strengthen silica dust controls, respiratory protection, and medical surveillance after confirming the state’s first work-related silicosis case in this industry. Read More

Tom Votel Receives ISEA’s Highest Honor for Decades of Leadership in Advancing Worker Safety

ISEA has presented its Ryan-Willson Service Award of Excellence to Ergodyne founder and longtime leader Tom Votel, recognizing his decades of influence, innovation and steadfast commitment to elevating safety equipment standards and strengthening the industry. Read More

Oregon OSHA Fines Medford Contractor $128K for Repeat Fall-Protection and Safety Violations

Shrader Homes Inc. was cited after inspectors found workers exposed to multiple hazards at a White City framing site, including unprotected heights, damaged ladders and missing eye protection, marking several serious and repeat violations. Read More

NFPA 101 Essentials Every Workplace Should Revisit in 2025

Recent global fire incidents highlight how quickly small oversights can turn deadly. Reviewing core NFPA 101 concepts—clear egress routes, accurate occupancy classifications, working detection systems, and consistent training—can help U.S. employers strengthen life-safety programs in 2025. Read More

Intelligent Safety Systems Are Transforming Industrial Operations

Next-generation detection technology and human-first design are turning safety into a performance advantage, giving operators greater confidence and improving workflow efficiency. Read More

J. J. Keller Releases Free ELDT Audit Checklist as FMCSA Tightens Training Enforcement

With thousands of training providers removed from the federal registry for non-compliance, J. J. Keller is offering a free ELDT Audit Checklist and its Safe & Smart® ELDT Trainer Certification Program to help motor carriers meet FMCSA requirements and avoid onboarding delays. Read More

Massachusetts Awards SafetyWorks Grants to 160 Organizations to Strengthen Workplace Safety

The Healey-Driscoll Administration has launched the SafetyWorks Initiative, providing funding to help employers enhance training, improve hazard prevention, and reduce workplace injuries across the Commonwealth. Read More

KYSAFE Warns Employers of Carbon Monoxide Hazards as Cold Weather Increases Exposure Risks

With winter temperatures driving more indoor equipment use, KYSAFE is urging Kentucky employers to recognize and prevent carbon monoxide dangers by improving ventilation, avoiding fuel-burning tools indoors and using reliable detection systems. Read More

BCSP Announces New Board Leadership and Directors for 2026

The Board of Certified Safety Professionals has elected new officers and welcomed several new members to help guide the organization in 2026, strengthening its leadership in advancing safety certification and professional excellence across the EHS community. Read More

Microlearning Boosts Ergonomic Safety and Reduces Injuries

Traditional classroom training rarely changes how people work. Microlearning—short, focused, practice-based modules—helps employees master safer techniques, improve comfort, and reduce injuries by making ergonomic strategies tangible and repeatable. Read More

Idaho Transformer Manufacturer Cited Nearly $1M for Repeat Safety Violations

OSHA found Virginia Transformer Corp. failed to correct hazards previously identified in multiple inspections, issuing 53 serious and repeat violations tied to crane safety, machine guarding, fall hazards and inadequate PPE. Read More

Examinetics Expands Safety Services with Pekron and RPF Acquisitions

The acquisitions enhance Examinetics’ nationwide support for workplace safety and regulatory compliance. Read More

As Employers Push AI Adoption, EHS Faces New Pressure to Use Technology Safely and Responsibly

Companies are rapidly making AI use an expectation for employees, but the shift brings new challenges for EHS professionals who must balance productivity gains with protecting sensitive personal, operational, and proprietary information. Read More