News from the Safety Industry
ASSP Safety 2026 to Focus on AI and Risk Management and Emerging Workplace Hazards
Published: Thursday May 14th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The annual safety conference, taking place June 15–17 in Anaheim, Calif., will bring together EHS professionals for education sessions, networking and discussions on emerging workplace safety trends.
New Report Highlights High Construction Fatality Rates
Published: Thursday May 14th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
While statewide deaths decreased from a 2023 peak, non-union sites and Latino workers continue to face disproportionate risks on the job.
Washington L&I Expands Workplace Mental Health Resources
Published: Thursday May 14th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
New guidance from Washington’s Department of Labor & Industries encourages employers to address workplace stress, burnout and psychological safety as part of overall worker health.
NFPA Launches Safety Stand Down Quiz Focused on Responder Health
Published: Thursday May 14th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
New safety campaign highlights firefighter fitness, stress management and long-term responder health as critical components of operational safety.
Why Workers Feel Safe But Don't Understand Safety Systems
Published: Thursday May 14th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Explore why workplace safety perception often masks hidden risks and how organizations can bridge the knowledge gap before a system failure occurs.
Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Safety in the Workplace
Published: Thursday May 14th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
CSA Group Fire Test Specialist Josh Dinaburg discusses lithium-ion battery fire risks, thermal runaway, evolving safety standards, and what workplace safety professionals need to know as battery storage systems become more common.
NSC CEO Outlines Strategy for Emerging Safety Risks
Published: Wednesday May 13th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Lorraine Martin urges Congress to prioritize SIF prevention, mental health and roadway technology to reduce workplace fatalities.
ChemicalSafety and CAS Integrate Scientific Data into EHS Workflows
Published: Wednesday May 13th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
New collaboration embeds CAS Registry data into procurement systems to automate chemical identification and safety compliance.
Miner Fatally Pinned During Equipment Transport
Published: Tuesday May 12th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
A collision between two scoops in an underground mine resulted in a shifting longwall shield that fatally crushed a worker.
Technical Report Details Safety Risks in Data Center Construction
Published: Monday May 11th 2026
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Accelerated timelines and complex electrical commissioning phases create a narrow margin for error for construction crews.
