Public Sector Safety Practice Specialty

Join the Public Sector Practice Specialty community for access to a network of public sector safety subject-matter experts, as well as relevant industry education and information.

Who We Are

ASSP’s Public Sector Practice Specialty community is the premier resource for members seeking technical safety and health knowledge regarding topics unique to the public sector. We cater to occupational safety and health professionals who work for governmental agencies and facilities at the federal, state, county, municipal and institutional levels in all types of communities.

What We Do

For ASSP members within the Public Sector Practice Specialty community, we provide the following:

Networking opportunities via social media groups, conference calls and in-person meetings like the annual Professional Development Conference so you can connect with top industry professionals.

Practice Specialty Recognition

Professional development opportunities, including public sector- and OSH-focused education that you can immediately put into practice; mentor relationships that facilitate sharing knowledge; and volunteer and leadership opportunities to build your skills and enhance your resume.
Safety-related, public sector-focused content and information that you can also immediately implement as well as share with employers and colleagues to create safe and productive work environments.

Why It Matters

The public sector is an expansive arena with risks that affect both the public and employees. The hazards found in this arena are dynamic and diverse, which is why you need access to a network of peers who can provide guidance on public sector safety challenges. Our network of professionals also connects you to the latest technical content on unique topics, such as emergency preparedness, school safety, public health, parks and recreation safety, and public sector workers’ compensation.

How to Join

ASSP members: Log in to your ASSP account to upgrade your membership.

Non-members: Join ASSP and your desired practice specialties at the same time.

News

Get the latest news from the ASSP Public Sector Practice Specialty, including meeting updates, future engagements and education, requests for volunteers, and calls for action or advocacy.

The Fall Protection Lifeline: A Safety Professional’s Guide to Self-Retracting Devices

Jan 13, 2020

Self-retracting devices (SRDs) offer workers at height a tool for moving around a workspace, while providing a lanyard that will arrest their fall, should one take place. Taking these can help you ensure that SRDs will provide an appropriate level of protection.
Tony Militello Honored by SFPE

Jan 01, 2020

Society of Fire Protection Engineers (SFPE) honored Tony Militello, M.Eng, M.P.A., P.E., CSP, with its 2019 D. Peter Lund Award for advancing the fire protection engineering profession internationally.
How to Develop an Effective E-learning Program

Dec 13, 2019

E-learning offers organizations and trainers a whole new world of opportunities in safety and health training. Use these five tips when developing your e-learning program.
Let’s Talk Turkey: A Day in the Life of a Poultry Safety Professional

Nov 26, 2019

Behind every piece of poultry brought to the market is a safety professional working to implement measures to protect the workers processing the poultry as well as the consumers eating it.
Four Tips for Developing Effective Safety and Health Training

Nov 15, 2019

How can safety professionals ensure that each employee has the knowledge they need to do their jobs safely? Here are four tips to get you started on developing a safety, health and environmental training program that meets the needs of your workforce.

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Leadership Opportunities

Go beyond belonging to the Public Sector Practice Specialty and volunteer for a position on our Advisory Committee. Or, consider running to be elected as assistant administrator, which, after two years, leads to the office of administrator. As a volunteer leader, you can lend your time and expertise to our many initiatives, while developing transferable leadership and team-building skills. Leadership positions within ASSP help members reach their highest level of performance — both on the job and in the Society.

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