News from the Safety Industry
VPPPA Safety+ Blends OSHA Training with Hands-On Learning and Networking
Published: Wednesday July 1st 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
From OSHA 10-Hour training to Innovation Stations, live demonstrations and VPP site tours, this year's symposium emphasizes learning through experience.
Ryan Campbell to Deliver Resilience-Focused Keynote at VPPPA Safety+ Symposium
Published: Wednesday July 1st 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The record-setting aviator will share lessons on resilience, mental health and overcoming complacency during the opening keynote at VPPPA's annual safety conference.
Fortune 500 CEOs to Share Safety Leadership Strategies at VPPPA Safety+
Published: Wednesday July 1st 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
An executive panel featuring leaders from MITER Brands, AECOM and The Kwest Group will explore how voluntary protection programs help strengthen safety culture and organizational performance.
VPPPA Safety+ Symposium Returns to Nashville with Focus on Safety Excellence
Published: Wednesday July 1st 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The annual conference, taking place Aug. 30–Sept. 2 in Nashville, Tenn., will bring together safety and health professionals for four days of education, networking and practical strategies designed to strengthen workplace safety programs.
Michigan Updates Concrete Construction Workplace Safety Rules
Published: Wednesday July 1st 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
New MIOSHA standard adds stricter inspection and worker training mandates with enforcement delayed until September.
US Department of Labor announces nearly $13M available in funding for worker safety, health training grants
Published: Wednesday July 1st 2026
Source: OSHA News
July 1, 2026
The Evolution of FR/AR PPE—Where Protection Meets Comfort
Published: Tuesday June 30th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Modern flame-resistant and arc-rated garments integrate modacrylic fibers and moisture-wicking technology to maximize field compliance without compromising stringent NFPA standards.
Managing Safety in the Modern Contract Workforce
Published: Monday June 29th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Avetta's Scott DeBow discusses why safety leaders are moving beyond compliance, adopting systems-based safety management, and prioritizing serious injury and fatality prevention across today's increasingly complex contractor workforce.
MIOSHA Honors Marathon Petroleum Facility for Workplace Safety
Published: Monday June 29th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The state’s safety agency awarded the Romulus terminal its highest certification for exemplary workplace health and safety management.
Kentucky Officials Urge Employers to Protect Workers From Heat
Published: Monday June 29th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
As summer temperatures rise, KYSAFE reminds commonwealth employers of their legal obligation to prevent heat-related workplace illnesses.
