News from the Safety Industry
Start-Ups Bring Next-Gen Safety Solutions to A+A 2025
Published: Friday July 18th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Eleven German start-ups will spotlight next-generation safety, health, and ergonomic innovations at the BMWE Young Innovators stand during A+A 2025, showcasing how technology is transforming workplaces across industries.
Safety 2025: ASSP Hosts More Than 200 Breakout Sessions at Annual Conference
Published: Thursday July 17th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The ASSP Professional Development Conference & Expo brings safety professionals together in Orlando for three days of expert-led sessions, emerging trends, and industry-wide collaboration.
Online Course Helps Firefighters Strengthen Safety Defenses While Balancing Operational Effectiveness
Published: Thursday July 17th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Developed by IL OSHA and IFSI, the “Defenses for Firefighters” course delivers tactical, real-world strategies to reduce injuries and fatalities in emergency response.
Creating a Trauma-Informed Workplace to Support Mental and Physical Safety
Published: Thursday July 17th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Workplace trauma affects a wide range of employees—employers who prioritize flexible policies, non-judgmental communication, and mental health resources create safer, more resilient teams.
How Tariffs Affect the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) of the American and Global Workforce
Published: Wednesday July 16th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The Trump administration's decision to raise tariffs on steel and aluminum imports to 50% has had profound effects on the manufacturing and construction industries. While the intention was to bolster domestic production, the immediate consequence has been a surge in input costs. The effects of these global tariffs can be felt across other industries such as agriculture and maritime.
CPR: A Lifesaving Workplace Priority
Published: Wednesday July 16th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Making CPR training a workplace priority saves lives, empowers employees and strengthens workplace safety culture.
Bridging the Gap Between Risk Perception and Reality
Published: Wednesday July 16th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
From confined spaces to cutting-edge aircraft, failures to align risk perception with reality can have catastrophic consequences. What steps can close the gap to improve safety outcomes.
Beyond the Bonus: Rethinking Incentives in Work Safety
Published: Wednesday July 16th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Incentive programs can drive safety gains, but are they building true commitment or just compliance?
Safeguarding Welders from Invisible Hazards
Published: Wednesday July 16th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Welding exposes workers to harmful fumes and gases linked to chronic respiratory illness and cancer. What are key steps to protect them?
Flammable Liquids: Guidelines and Best Practices for Safe Storage
Published: Wednesday July 16th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
An inventory revealed overlooked hazards in flammable storage cabinets. Here’s what safety managers need to know about cabinet standards, liquid categories, storage limits, and inspection best practices to keep facilities safe and compliant.
