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Keynote Sessions Highlight Safety 2023 in San Antonio

Apr 26, 2023
- Advocacy
- Education
- Press Release
- Risk Assessment & Management
ASSP unveiled a plenary session that will join two general sessions in a dynamic program designed to inspire, entertain and inform attendees of Safety 2023.
Department of Labor Officials to Mark Workers Memorial Day

Apr 25, 2023
- OSHA
- Advocacy
- Government Affairs
On April 27 at noon CT, OSHA and MSHA leaders will host an online ceremony to recognize Workers Memorial Day and pay tribute to people who have died due to a work-related injury or illness.
Three Safety Experts Honored as ASSP Fellows

Apr 19, 2023
- Advocacy
- Press Release
- Value of the Profession
ASSP is bestowing the honor of Fellow on Roger Jensen, Bruce Lyon and Georgi Popov for their significant contributions to the OSH profession.
ASSP Works With Fulcrum to Improve Workplace Safety

Apr 18, 2023
- Advocacy
- Press Release
- Risk Assessment & Management
- Standards
ASSP created an alliance with Fulcrum – a field inspection management software company – to help automate workplace safety and health inspections.
ASSP Joins With Other Groups in Supporting OSHA and NIOSH Funding for FY2024

Apr 17, 2023
- Advocacy
- Government Affairs
- OSHA/Law
ASSP cosigned a letter to members of the U.S. Senate and House Appropriations committees in support of the recommended FY2024 funding requests for OSHA and NIOSH.
ASSP Comments on OSHA's Effort to Modernize VPP

Apr 14, 2023
- Advocacy
- Government Affairs
- OSHA/Law
ASSP has submitted its comments for the record about OSHA's efforts to modernize its Voluntary Protection Programs. Member input helped inform the statement in support of the initiative.
ASSP Launches Online Education Series on Standards

Apr 13, 2023
- Construction
- Education
- Fall Protection
- Press Release
- Standards
ASSP is introducing a workplace safety education series called “Stand Up for Standards” that debuts May 10 with a live two-hour webinar on fall protection.
ASSP Names Safety Professional of the Year

Apr 12, 2023
- Advocacy
- Press Release
- Value of the Profession
ASSP named Subba Rao Palagummi its 2023 Safety Professional of the Year. He has helped advance safety and health in the Middle East for more than 30 years.
9 Tips to Improve Safety Storytelling and Lead Memorable Presentations

Apr 10, 2023
- Professional Skills
- Training & Communication
- Education
Prehistoric humans didn’t produce data and graphs to share information — they told stories. Here are nine tips to help you improve safety by inspiring others.
ASSP Elections Highlighted by Thornton’s Upcoming Move to President

Apr 10, 2023
- Advocacy
- Press Release
ASSP has announced its new leaders from the 2023 Society elections. All terms begin July 1. James Thornton will serve as president for 2023-24.
What Is a Battery Energy Storage System and What Are the Workplace Risks?

Apr 05, 2023
- Electrical Safety
- Risk Assessment & Management
- Fire Safety
- Education
The use of lithium-ion batteries is on the rise. These battery energy storage systems come with many benefits, but it’s critical to understand the risks.
ASSP Honors Krug for Work on Safety Standards

Apr 05, 2023
- Advocacy
- Press Release
- Standards
- Value of the Profession
- Confined Spaces
ASSP named Terry Krug the recipient of the 2023 Thomas F. Bresnahan Standards Medal for his work in developing and advocating safety and health standards.
OSHA Releases 2022 Injury and Illness Data

Mar 31, 2023
- Government Affairs
- OSHA/Law
- Advocacy
OSHA has published 2022 injury and illness data based on reports by more than 300,000 establishments required by current recordkeeping regulations to submit an OSHA Form 300A.
ASSP Remembers Deadly Factory Fire and Supports Worker Memorial

Mar 20, 2023
- Advocacy
- Press Release
- Value of the Profession
ASSP will recognize the Triangle fire anniversary with a moment of silence March 25. The Society also supports a memorial under construction in New York City.
Working, Specializing and Getting Certified as a Safety Professional: Where to Start?

Mar 17, 2023
- Certification Preparation
- Professional Skills
- Membership
- Education
Getting certified as a safety professional can demonstrate your knowledge, identify you as a specialist and potentially even increase your salary. Here’s how.
Is Becoming a Safety Professional Right For You?

Mar 15, 2023
- Professional Skills
- Value of the Profession
- Students
- Education
- Advocacy
Thinking of becoming a safety professional? With high demand and great education and training options available, this profession is ripe with opportunity.
Want to Create Safety Culture Change? Start Asking, Not Telling

Mar 15, 2023
- Training & Communication
- Education
- Students
- Professional Skills
Humble inquiry is a communication style focused on questions. Here’s how it will help you advocate for safety culture change and strengthen relationships.
Final Days of Discounted Rate for Safety 2023

Mar 08, 2023
- Advocacy
- Education
- Press Release
- Training & Communication
Time is short for OSH professionals to get the best rate for Safety 2023 in San Antonio. Register by March 16 to secure the discounted early rate.
ASSP Recruiting Safety Instructors for Two Events

Mar 01, 2023
- Education
- Press Release
- Professional Skills
- Training & Communication
ASSP is seeking a diverse group of occupational safety and health professionals to join its team of instructors now being formed for two education events.
On-Demand Annual Pass Simplifies Safety Education

Feb 27, 2023
- Education
- Press Release
- Professional Skills
- Training & Communication
ASSP offers an On-Demand Annual Pass for OSH professionals to expand their knowledge and earn CEUs at their own pace and on their own schedule.