News from the Safety Industry

Federal safety officials have proposed more than $1 million in penalties after a follow-up inspection found repeated excavation and workplace safety violations.

Registration is now open for ASSP’s Safety 2026 conference and exposition in Anaheim, June 15–17, featuring 200+ education sessions, CEUs, and a large safety solutions expo.

December 16, 2025

Safety is no longer just a compliance exercise. Modern detection technologies—built on real-time 3D perception, edge processing, and human-first design—are transforming safety from an operational constraint into a performance enabler, giving operators confidence and organizations stronger, more stable workflows.

The National Safety Council’s 2024–2025 MSD Solutions Index Pledge Community Report finds many organizations strengthening safety culture but urges clearer risk-reduction goals and broader adoption of MSD prevention tools and technologies.

US Department of Labor cites Connecticut earthwork contractor for continued violations after follow-up inspection, proposes $1.2M fineSound Construction Inc.

A veteran industrial hygienist examines how exposure assessment has evolved—and why today’s IH programs must integrate smarter strategies, stronger analytical quality and a deeper understanding of real-world variability to truly protect workers.

Following the nation’s first municipal ban on PFAS in firefighter gear, San Francisco equips its entire frontline force with non-PFAS turnout gear to reduce exposure risks while maintaining NFPA performance standards.

The SafetyFOCUS education program offers expert-led training to help safety professionals build practical skills, earn CEUs and address evolving workplace safety challenges.

Federal deregulation is slowing OSHA’s rulemaking, but targeted proposals—such as exemptions for inherently risky activities and continued heat-safety efforts—signal selective regulatory shifts. At the same time, states are advancing their own standards, creating a more complex compliance environment for employers.