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Medical Cannabis Laws: What Do They Mean for Workplace Safety?

Sep 22, 2023
- Risk Assessment & Management
- Education
- Member Community
- OSHA/Law
As medical cannabis use expands across the U.S. and signs point toward future federal legalization, you must understand the implications for workplace safety.
Free Technical Report Helps Employers Protect Temporary Workers

Sep 19, 2023
- Press Release
- Standards
- Training & Communication
- Risk Assessment & Management
ASSP published a free technical report that can help employers in all industries better protect workers who are hired on a short-term basis.
Risk Control for Hazardous Materials: How to Protect People and Property

Sep 18, 2023
- Education
- Hazards & Hazardous Materials
- Risk Assessment & Management
As your career advances, you may find yourself responsible for managing hazardous materials and controlling associated risks. Start by reviewing these tips.
Online Safety Series Spotlights General Hazards

Sep 08, 2023
- Press Release
- Standards
- Risk Assessment & Management
- Education
- Hazards & Hazardous Materials
- Webinar
ASSP has planned a second installment of its new safety education series. A live two-hour webinar on general industry hazards will take place Sept. 28.
Q&A: Why Ergonomics Should Be at the Forefront of Worker Safety and Well-Being

Sep 06, 2023
- Education
- Risk Assessment & Management
Anuja Patil shares the importance of proper ergonomics and how the risk assessment process will help you improve worker safety and health.
ASSP Recruiting Presenters for Safety 2024 in Denver

Aug 22, 2023
- Advocacy
- Education
- Global Safety
- Press Release
ASSP seeks a diverse group of OSH professionals to join its team of presenters now being formed for Safety 2024 in Denver. The deadline is Sept. 13.
Q&A: What the Updated Z359.2 Standard Means for Managed Fall Protection Systems

Aug 22, 2023
- Education
- Fall Protection
- Construction
Kevin Denis shares how the recently updated ANSI/ASSP Z359.2 standard can help you improve your fall protection system and better protect workers at height.
Q&A: Using OSHA Consultation to Improve Your Safety and Health Management System

Aug 14, 2023
- Education
- Safety Management
- Risk Assessment & Management
- OSHA/Law
Todd Schultz shares how OSHA on-site consultation can help small and medium-sized businesses establish and improve their safety and health management systems.
5 Emerging Technologies in Ergonomics and Why They Matter

Aug 10, 2023
- Construction
- Membership
- Ergonomics & Human Factors
- Risk Assessment & Management
- Member Community
- Safety Management
- Education
Emerging technologies are changing the way safety professionals approach ergonomics. Here are five tools that could help you address workplace challenges.
OSHA Aims to Reduce Hazards in Warehouses and Distribution Centers

Aug 03, 2023
- Advocacy
- Government Affairs
- OSHA/Law
- Safety Management
- Risk Assessment & Management
OSHA has launched a national emphasis program to address hazards in warehouses, processing facilities, distribution centers and high-risk retail establishments.
Deadline Nears for SafetyFOCUS Education Event

Aug 01, 2023
- Education
- Fall Protection
- Certification Preparation
- Press Release
- Risk Assessment & Management
- Safety Management
- Training & Communication
OSH professionals thinking about attending this fall’s SafetyFOCUS event should register soon to avoid a rate increase. The regular rate expires after Aug. 10.
OSHA Issues Hazard Alert for Heat

Jul 27, 2023
- Advocacy
- Government Affairs
- Health & Wellness
- Risk Assessment & Management
- OSHA/Law
As part of a national effort to better protect workers and communities from extreme heat, OSHA has issued a hazard alert for heat and will increase enforcement efforts to prevent heat exposure in the workplace.
Q&A: How Can Construction Safety Professionals Help Prevent Struck-by Incidents?

Jul 25, 2023
- Construction
- Education
- Training & Communication
- Standards
- Hazards & Hazardous Materials
- Risk Assessment & Management
- Advocacy
Struck-by incidents are the second leading cause of fatalities among U.S. construction workers. Use these tips from Carl Heinlein to address struck-by hazards.
OSHA's Proposed Rule Aims to Improve Fit of PPE in Construction

Jul 20, 2023
- OSHA/Law
- Government Affairs
- Advocacy
- Standards
OSHA is proposing to revise the PPE standard for the construction industry to ensure it clearly states that PPE must fit each affected employee properly. Comments are due Sept. 18.
New Rule Expands Injury/Illness Data Reporting Requirements for High-Hazard Industries

Jul 17, 2023
- Advocacy
- Government Affairs
- Leading & Lagging Indicators
- OSHA/Law
- Safety Management
Under a new rule that takes effect Jan. 1, 2024, certain employers in designated high-hazard industries will need to electronically submit injury and illness information to OSHA.
ASSP Supports OSHA's Efforts to Increase Use of Leading Indicators

Jul 12, 2023
- Advocacy
- Government Affairs
- Leading & Lagging Indicators
- OSHA/Law
- Safety Management
ASSP recently submitted comments to OSHA on the use of leading indicators and their impact on workplace safety and health.
Safety 2023 Attendance Ranks Best in Event’s History

Jul 06, 2023
- Education
- Global Safety
- Press Release
- Safety Management
- Advocacy
ASSP's signature event attracted nearly 6,000 OSH professionals in June to set an in-person attendance record for the global event.
ASSP Foundation Awards $334,500 in Scholarships and Grants

Jun 28, 2023
- Advocacy
- Education
- Press Release
- Students
The ASSP Foundation is awarding $334,500 in scholarships and grants to help many people achieve their educational and career goals in safety and health.
Final Days of Discounted Rate for SafetyFOCUS

Jun 22, 2023
- Education
- Fall Protection
- Press Release
- Safety Management
- Risk Assessment & Management
- Certification Preparation
- Training & Communication
The opportunity to secure a discounted rate for the fall session of SafetyFOCUS concludes next week when early bird registration ends June 29.
LGBTQ+ American Achievements in Safety

Jun 20, 2023
- OSHA/Law
- Health & Wellness
- Professional Skills
- Value of the Profession
- Advocacy
- Education
Many who identify as LGBTQ+ have contributed to the improvement of safety and health through leadership, innovation and research. Here are 10 of their stories.