Articles Tagged with ''workplace safety''

The National Safety Council is kicking off the 30th anniversary of National Safety Month this June, calling on organizations and individuals across the country to take action against preventable injuries — a leading cause of death in the United States.

The National Safety Council has awarded $300,000 to the recipients of the 2026-2027 Research to Solutions (R2S) and MSD Solutions Pilot Grants to support projects focused on preventing musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), the most common workplace injury.

The landscape of workplace safety is poised for potential shifts as a new administration takes the reins of power.

A+A in Düsseldorf will open its doors again from 4 to 7 November 2025. 

Delve into the critical guidelines and practices underpinning safe industrial operations, along with the potential consequences of overlooking them.

The theme of this year’s event was “Shared Vigilance” focusing on how everyone can contribute to lowering risks and maintaining a safe workplace by staying alert. 

Workplace violence and harassment disproportionately harms women from underserved and historically marginalized communities, including women of color, LGBTQI+ individuals, women with disabilities and women affected by persistent poverty and inequality. 

A recent study shows that teaching older kids about workplace safety can significantly improve their knowledge and attitudes.

How is power distributed in an organization and how does it affect safety?

In the United States, a worker dies every 96 minutes with nearly 5,500 fatal work injuries occurring in 2022, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This represents a nearly 6% increase in fatal occupational injuries from 2021.