News from the Safety Industry

The American Society of Safety Professionals is advancing a new approach focused on neutralizing high-risk hazards at the point of work, targeting serious injuries and fatalities through action-driven safety strategies and standards.

The latest update to NFPA LiNK introduces AI-powered tools and workflow enhancements designed to help safety professionals apply codes and standards faster, more accurately, and with greater confidence.

January 13, 2026

Stories about near misses, lessons learned, and everyday work can bridge the gap between written safety rules and real-world behavior—when used thoughtfully and supported by leadership and technology.

A free, multilingual publication aims to help Oregon workers recognize workplace hazards, understand employer responsibilities, and take action to protect their safety and health.

Research shows that compliance-focused safety training alone rarely delivers lasting risk reduction, prompting calls for competency-based, risk-informed learning models.

Federal investigators found a Texas trucking company violated whistleblower protections by firing a driver who raised vehicle safety issues.

This week’s Friday Roundup highlights new emergency response equipment, maintenance solutions that extend system performance, digital tools to simplify regulatory compliance, cold-weather PPE innovations, and industry efforts to improve fit and inclusion for women in the skilled trades.

January 8, 2026

Reducing safety investment may deliver short-term savings, but U.S. data shows it often leads to higher financial, legal, and operational costs over time.