News from the Safety Industry

Protecting Psychological Safety During Downsizing and Change

Published: Monday April 20th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Leadership strategies to maintain employee trust, prevent burnout, and protect productivity when your organization faces major transitions.

Arkansas Electrical Inspectors Join NFPA as Affiliate Chapter

Published: Friday April 17th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The partnership aims to bolster electrical safety and code enforcement through enhanced training and professional resources for state inspectors.

OSHA Cites Alabama Home Builder After Trench Collapse

Published: Thursday April 16th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The agency found multiple safety violations, including an unprotected trench, following a worker’s death in December 2025.

MSHA Targets Arc Flash Prevention During Safety Month

Published: Thursday April 16th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The agency is increasing awareness of lockout/tagout procedures and electrical standards to protect miners from life-threatening explosions.

OH&S Announces Winners of Sixth Annual Industrial Hygiene Awards

Published: Thursday April 16th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Occupational Health & Safety has announced the winners of its sixth annual Industrial Hygiene Awards across 33 categories, highlighting innovations advancing worker protection.

Eliminating Communication Gaps to Prevent Workplace Injuries

Published: Thursday April 16th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Clear instructions and active listening are the most effective tools for reducing human error and improving safety outcomes on high-risk job sites.

Extreme Weather Initiative Targets Major Gaps in Workplace Readiness

Published: Wednesday April 15th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
A new national program provides employers with tools and peer networks to protect employees from increasing climate-related health risks.

Maritime Safety Standards Tighten in Caribbean Territories

Published: Wednesday April 15th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
New federal enforcement initiative targets high injury rates at ports and shipyards throughout Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Boeing and NSC Expand Veteran Safety Scholarship Program

Published: Wednesday April 15th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
A $2.3 million commitment will increase annual safety certificate awards for U.S. veterans to 75 through 2029.

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