News from the Safety Industry

MSHA funding will support education on powered haulage, emergency response, dust hazards, and other critical safety issues, with applications due Sept. 19.

Assembly Bill 96 directs Clark and Washoe counties to add cooling spaces, water access, and shade strategies to local master plans by 2026 to combat extreme heat.

A recent OH&S webinar explored why psychological safety remains misunderstood in industries like construction, manufacturing, and mining—and how building trust and communication can prevent hazards.

Women in construction and facility safety are reshaping workplace health by driving Total Worker Health™ forward through inclusive PPE, ergonomic solutions, psychosocial protections, and leadership advocacy.

Agency issues safety alert urging operators to check dams and impoundments following major storms.

Encouraging employees to apply workplace safety habits at home protects their families, reduces off-the-job injuries, and strengthens the overall safety culture.

Nearly 200 Michigan employers partnered with MIOSHA for penalty-free consultations during the 20th anniversary of the Take a Stand initiative, reinforcing a shared commitment to safer workplaces.

Smarter tools—from IAQ monitors to cold-weather PPE—are shaping a safer workforce, with new solutions from TSI, Saf-T-Gard, Bunzl, Brass Knuckle®, and RefrigiWear®.

As regulatory oversight shifts, the private sector, professional associations and government agencies must come together to build a more resilient and proactive culture of workplace safety.

The American Society of Safety Professionals is inviting safety and health experts to submit proposals by Sept. 10 to speak at its June 15–17, 2026, event.