News from the Safety Industry

Communities across the country are gearing up for Fire Prevention Week, taking place October 5–11, 2025, with safety drills, education campaigns, and resources to strengthen fire preparedness at home and in the workplace.

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.

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.

Just as GPS moved from skepticism to indispensability, AI is becoming an essential tool for EHS professionals—transforming hazard detection, incident analysis, and safety culture through real-time insights and smarter decision-making.

Hydrogen sulfide gas is a hidden but deadly hazard in animal rendering, where workers risk exposure during decomposition and processing—highlighting the need for strict monitoring, protective controls, and stronger safety practices.

Virginia Tech researchers have launched a new lab to test construction helmets under real-world impact conditions, aiming to improve safety ratings and reduce jobsite head injuries.

From ASTM codes to slip resistance and electrical ratings, this guide breaks down the alphabet soup of safety footwear standards and shows how to apply them in real-world workplace decisions.

This week brings innovations across lighting, AI, facility protection, and security—each designed to help professionals work smarter and safer.

The Maryland Electrical Contractor and Inspection Association has joined the National Fire Protection Association, strengthening collaboration on electrical code adoption, inspection practices, and safety training statewide.

Artificial intelligence can help agencies detect workplace hazards faster and strengthen safety investigations—if it’s designed with privacy protections that earn worker trust.