News from the Safety Industry

As aging infrastructure and extreme weather increase risks for energy workers, companies are turning to autonomous technologies to improve safety and efficiency in hazardous environments.

The International Association of Fire Fighters has moved to dismiss all remaining claims in its lawsuit against the National Fire Protection Association, ending a legal dispute over firefighter protective gear standards.

New nationwide research finds that extreme heat is linked to thousands of workplace injuries each year, underscoring the need for a federal OSHA standard to protect workers.

Artificial intelligence can personalize study plans, generate adaptive practice questions, and offer real-time feedback — giving Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) and Certified Safety Professional (CSP) candidates a strategic edge.

ASSP and NSC praise the confirmation of veteran safety professional David Keeling to lead OSHA, citing his decades of experience, commitment to modernization, and the urgent need to address persistent workplace fatalities and safety challenges.

The American Society of Safety Professionals celebrates the Senate’s confirmation of veteran safety leader David Keeling as OSHA’s new Assistant Secretary of Labor, highlighting his decades of experience and commitment to modernizing workplace safety.

The lapse in federal funding on October 1 has shuttered most OSHA activities, delaying enforcement actions and legal proceedings while limiting agency operations to imminent danger, fatality inspections, and other critical functions.

Content Editor Stasia DeMarco talks with Claire Bryant, Senior Program Manager of Workplace Safety Programs at NSC, about a new tool to help employers address opioid emergencies in the workplace.

Industrial leaders are turning to wearable technology—from exosuits to smart sensors—to reduce injuries, extend careers, and tackle the growing skilled labor shortage.

As temperatures drop and daylight hours shrink, construction sites face increased fall hazards, making proper planning, equipment, and safety culture more critical than ever.