News from the Safety Industry

A survey of over 1,000 safety professionals reveals that artificial intelligence and leadership support are reshaping workplace safety programs.

VPPPA says OSHA's decision to align VPP with its Recommended Practices framework will help employers strengthen safety and health management systems nationwide.

Assistant Secretary of Labor David Keeling shares insights on heat stress, AI, Safety Champions and OSHA's evolving role in workplace safety.

Comfort, fit and usability are reshaping welding PPE programs as safety leaders recognize that workers are more likely to consistently wear equipment that reduces fatigue, heat stress and physical strain while still protecting against serious hazards.

Safety wearables can reduce strain and fatigue, but without structured training and worker buy-in, even the most advanced solutions fall short in high-demand industrial environments.

As industrial environments grow more dynamic, safety programs are shifting toward real-time visibility, leading indicators and integrated systems to identify risk earlier and prevent incidents before they occur.

Many safety programs lose momentum after launch. By shifting focus to behavior-based recognition, frequent engagement and interactive program design, organizations can sustain participation and strengthen safety culture over time.

NFC-enabled head protection is turning a century-old piece of PPE into a connected safety platform, improving compliance, streamlining inspections, and giving safety managers real-time visibility into their programs.

In high-pressure energy projects, early reporting, onsite care and integrated safety staffing help reduce injuries, improve compliance and keep critical work on track.

Organizations can reduce accidents and improve operational performance by designing resilient systems, strengthening leadership and focusing on the root causes of human error rather than blaming workers.