News from the Safety Industry

NSC CEO Calls for Shift to New Metrics: “We’re Measuring Safety Wrong

Published: Monday September 15th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
At the opening of the 2025 NSC Safety Congress & Expo, Lorraine Martin urged a move away from traditional lagging indicators toward Serious Injury and Fatality.

2025 NSC Safety Congress & Expo Kicks Off in Denver

Published: Monday September 15th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The National Safety Council’s annual event opens Sept. 15 with keynotes, technical sessions, and an expo showcasing the latest in workplace safety.

KPA Appoints Michael Bruns as Chief Executive Officer

Published: Monday September 15th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Bruns, who joined the company in 2019 and previously served as CFO, will lead KPA through its next phase of innovation and growth.

NSC Launches Overdose Emergency Planning Tool to Help Employers Save Lives

Published: Monday September 15th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The free online resource offers evidence-based guidance on workplace naloxone readiness as overdoses remain a leading cause of on-the-job fatalities.

Shorter Days, Greater Risks: Managing Fatigue and Mental Health in the Workplace

Published: Monday September 15th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
As daylight hours decrease and routines shift, employees face higher risks of fatigue, mood changes, and reduced alertness. Employers who proactively address seasonal challenges can improve safety, morale, and productivity throughout the fall and winter months.

PPPO Contractor Earns National Safety Award for Exemplifying Safety Culture at Paducah Site

Published: Thursday September 11th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The Portsmouth/Paducah Project Office contractor at the Paducah Site earned the National Safety Council’s Million Work Hours Award after surpassing one million hours without a lost-time injury.

Southern Oregon to Host Annual Occupational Safety & Health Conference in October

Published: Thursday September 11th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The three-day event in Ashland will bring together safety leaders, workers, and regulators to share best practices and strategies for safer workplaces.

NIOSH Offering Free Black Lung Screenings in Ohio and West Virginia

Published: Wednesday September 10th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health will provide free, confidential screenings this September to help coal miners detect black lung disease early.

How Two-Way Radios and Body Cameras Improve Safety on Construction Sites

Published: Wednesday September 10th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Equipping construction crews with body cameras and two-way radios enhances communication, reduces risks, and strengthens accountability, making job sites safer and more efficient.

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