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The ISF: Moving Workplace Safety Beyond Compliance

In this episode of the OH&S Safety Pod, ASSP CEO Jennifer McNelly discusses the Intersociety Forum’s call to move beyond compliance and adopt risk-based, business-integrated safety practices that improve both worker protection and organizational performance. Listen Now

April/May 2025

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A Clear Path to Eye Safety: Making Prescription Safety Eyewear Easy to Access

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Keynote Voices at AIHA Connect 2025 Champion Communication and Inclusion

AIHA Connect 2025 features keynotes from David Finch on neurodiversity and Evy Poumpouras on human connection—powerfully framing a people-centered conference. Read Now
- Industrial Hygiene
- Industry Events
Early-Career Pros Learn to Bridge Science and Strategy at AIHA Connect 2025

At AIHA Connect 2025, early-career OEHS professionals are gaining vital business communication skills to effectively advocate for workplace health and safety initiatives. Read Now
- Industry Events
- Industrial Hygiene
Early Morning Miles for a Good Cause: AIHF Fun Run/Walk Returns

The 39th Annual AIHF Fun Run/Walk invites AIHA attendees to support future OEHS professionals with a 5K run, 2K walk, or sleep-in donation. Read Now
- Industry Events
- Industrial Hygiene
AIHA Conference and Expo Launches with Full Week of Education, Innovation, and Industry Collaboration

The 2025 AIHA Conference and Expo brings professionals together for a dynamic week of education, innovation, and hands-on learning in occupational and environmental health. Read Now
- Industry Events
- Industrial Hygiene
Cal/OSHA Reinforces Heat Illness Prevention as California Temperatures Climb

As California temperatures rise, employers are being urged to take proactive steps to protect workers from the dangers of heat illness in both indoor and outdoor settings. Read Now
- Heat Stress
- Regulatory & Standards
Georgia Stone Manufacturer Fined $120K for Exposing Workers to Silica and Noise Hazards

Art Stone-Granite & Marble Inc. faces $120,000 in penalties after a U.S. Department of Labor inspection revealed repeated failures to protect workers from silica dust and occupational noise. Read Now
- Indoor Air Quality
- Noise Monitoring
NIOSH Employees Reinstated After Legal Ruling and Political Pressure Halt Layoffs

More than 100 NIOSH workers in West Virginia are back on the job after a federal injunction and bipartisan advocacy reversed controversial layoffs tied to a federal restructuring plan. Read Now
- Regulatory & Standards
- Safety Culture
Friday New Products Round Up for May 16, 2025

This week’s roundup features J.J. Keller’s tailored onsite safety training, Hemco’s ready-to-install emergency safety shower, Nightstick’s motion-activated Dual-Light headlamp, and Baffin’s rugged unisex safety boots for extreme worksites. Read Now
- PPE
- Construction Safety
Mackenzie Holds Hearing on OSHA’s Mission and Regulatory Overreach

A House subcommittee hearing examined OSHA's recent actions and explored how to refocus the agency on workplace safety without overstepping its authority. Read Now
- Enforcement
- Regulatory & Standards
Labor and Safety Groups File Suit to Restore NIOSH Programs

Labor and safety groups sued to reverse staffing and program cuts at NIOSH, citing risks to worker health. Read Now
- Enforcement
- Regulatory & Standards
May Marks Safe Jobs for Youth Month in California

Statewide campaign highlights teen worker safety with resources for youth, employers, and educators. Read Now
- Total Worker Health
- Regulatory & Standards
Department of Labor Sues USPS for Retaliating Against Injured Texas Worker

The lawsuit alleges the U.S. Postal Service violated federal whistleblower protections by firing an employee just 10 days after they reported a job-related injury while delivering mail. Read Now
- Fall Protection
- Regulatory & Standards
NSC Funds Innovative Solutions to Protect Workers from Heat Hazards

Over $140K awarded to test new tech solutions that prevent heat-related illnesses and deaths on the job. Read Now
- Heat Stress
- Wearables

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