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AD Announces Intent to Acquire supplyFORCE

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Subject to supplyFORCE Shareholders and AD Board of Directors approvals, AD announced that the AD LLC and supplyFORCE Boards have signed an exclusive Letter of Intent for AD to acquire supplyFORCE.

RoSPA Health & Safety Award Winners Join 70 Years of Health and Safety Heroes

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:00:00 -0400

World leaders in health and safety were celebrated at a very special Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) Health & Safety Awards at the Grosvenor Hotel in London on June 30.

New Findings from NSC Grant Recipients Demonstrate Potential of Emerging Tech to Prevent Workplace Injuries

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:00:00 -0400

The National Safety Council released findings from the 2024-2025 MSD Solutions Lab Research to Solutions (R2S) and MSD Solutions Pilot Grant programs, highlighting innovative approaches to preventing musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), the most common workplace injury.

US Department of Labor Announces Nearly $13M Available in Funding for Worker Safety, Health Training Grants

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:00:00 -0400

The U.S. Department of Labor today announced the availability of $12.7 million in Susan Harwood Training Grants to support the delivery of training and education to help workers and employers identify and prevent workplace safety and health hazards.

AD Recognized Across North America with Multiple Workplace Honors in 2026

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 08:00:00 -0400

AD announced it has earned multiple workplace recognitions in 2026, including Philadelphia Inquirer and USA Today Top Workplaces honors in the U.S. and continued Great Place to Work and Best Workplaces recognition in Canada.

OSHA Penalties Won’t Increase in 2026

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:38:16 -0400

Every year OSHA’s penalties increase at the rate of inflation, but this year the Office of Management and Budget ruled out an increase on a technicality.

Leviton Reduces Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 45% Since 2021

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Leviton announced in its 2025 Sustainability Report that the company reduced greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 45% since 2021, a significant milestone as Leviton celebrates 120 years of innovation.

ASSP Appoints Parker, CSP, New President

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Monique Parker, CSP, chief sustainability officer at Elevra Lithium, began serving as the 111th president of the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) and chair of the ASSP Foundation, the Society’s charitable arm.

NSC Awards Grants to Advance Workplace Fatigue Prevention

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 08:00:00 -0400

The National Safety Council has awarded more than $60,000 through the Work to Zero Workplace Fatigue Pilot Grant to help organizations test innovative technologies aimed at reducing fatigue-related incidents and fatalities.

OSHA: $3.5M in Fines in Houston Facility's Chemical Spill Response

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

The U.S. Department of Labor has proposed more than $3.5 million in fines against three companies after federal inspectors determined they failed to protect workers during post-emergency response cleanup after a chemical spill at the BWC Terminals industrial facility in Channelview.

NSC Celebrates Five Years of Workplace Safety Progress

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

The National Safety Council marked five years of advancing workplace safety through the MSD Solutions Lab, established in 2021 with funding from Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN), during it’s annual Workplace Safety Summit.

VPPPA Comments on OSHA’s Realignment of VPP Core Elements

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has announced updates to its Voluntary Protection Programs Policies and Procedures Manual effective June 16, 2026.

Goodway Technologies Celebrates 60 Years

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Goodway Technologies, a global leader in industrial maintenance and cleaning solutions, celebrates its 60th anniversary.

EcoOnline and J.S. Held Partner to Strengthen Business Resilience Amid Broadening Workplace Risk

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:15:41 -0400

Global strategic alliance pairs EHS, lone worker, and crisis management software with field advisory expertise to help organizations improve safety, response, and resilience

New VelocityEHS Benchmark Report Reveals EHS Is Rapidly Evolving from Compliance Function to Strategic Business Driver

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:28:37 -0400

75% of EHS professionals report leadership attitudes toward EHS have become more strategic; AI emerges as the top force reshaping the future of EHS

NSC Partners with Rhythm Innovations, Rath Family Foundation on Green Cross for Safety Innovation Award

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

The National Safety Council announced Rhythm Innovations and the Rath Family Foundation as new sponsors of the Green Cross for Safety® Innovation award, launching a five-year commitment in support of the Council’s esteemed recognition for advancements in environmental, health and safety (EHS).

Evotix Partners With Safety Radar to Advance AI-Powered Risk Intelligence and SIF Prevention

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Evotix, a global leader in environment, health, safety and sustainability (EHS&S) software announced a strategic partnership with Safety Radar, an AI-driven safety intelligence company, to help organizations identify emerging risks earlier and strengthen serious injury and fatality (SIF) prevention efforts.

DENIOS Celebrates 40 Years of Safety Innovations with Year Long Festivities

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

As part of the year-long festivities for their 40th anniversary celebration, DENIOS introduces “Vision Zero” – a holistic view of safety for today and tomorrow.

ASSP Foundation Recognizes Leaders Advancing Next Generation of Safety Professionals

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:24:23 -0400

The honors recognize outstanding contributions to mentorship and leadership development within the environmental health and safety (EHS) profession.

Research: Employers Say Skills Training Works; Employees Say It Has No Impact on Their Pay, Role

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

New research from Chegg, a global learning and workforce skilling company, reveals a growing crisis among U.S. employers in frontline-heavy industries over workforce readiness – and a systemic failure in how organizations are training their employees.

Novara Acquires Ensogo to Accelerate AI-Powered Operational Risk Management and Sustainability Strategy

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:21:14 -0400

Acquisition and expanded leadership team position Novara for next phase of growth and AI-driven platform innovation

ISN® Celebrates One-Year Anniversary, Expands Energy-Based Trainings

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:08:01 -0400

The exclusive partnership gives ISN contractor customers access to 10 Safety Function courses.

Nevada Mining Association Honors 45 Recipients of 2026 Individual Safety Awards

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

The Nevada Mining Association (NVMA) announced the recipients of the 2026 Individual Safety Awards, recognizing 45 professionals for their leadership and commitment to workplace safety.

Mental Health Resources’ Inclusion in Workplace Safety Programs

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

While many compliance-focused training programs don’t cover mental health and wellness topics, safety professionals have been increasingly trying to emphasize resources in the workplace.

NSC Marks 30 Years of National Safety Month

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

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.

OSHA Fines Grocer H-E-B $18K in Warehouse Worker's Death

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:17:37 -0400

In October 2025, a woman died of blunt trauma to the left lower extremity while working in a San Antonio H-E-B warehouse.

Milliken Adopts IAFF PPE Manufacturer Code of Conduct

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Milliken & Company announced they have become the first textile manufacturer to sign the International Association of Fire Fighter’s (IAFF) new PPE Manufacturer Code of Conduct for Fire Fighter Protective Clothing and Equipment, reinforcing the company’s longstanding commitment to firefighter safety.

Chemical Safety Board Urges Chemical Companies to Prepare for Hurricane Season

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:10:30 -0400

Adequate preparations by chemical facilities is critical to ensure the safety of workers, emergency responders, and surrounding communities.

Slamcore Secures $14M, Backed by Investors Including Rockwell Automation, to Scale Visual AI Across Intralogistics

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Slamcore, a leader in spatial intelligence software, announced a $14 million funding round from top investors, including ROKStar Ventures, a subsidiary of Rockwell Automation, a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation.

J. J. Keller Safety Professional of the Year (SPOTY) Awards Now Open for Applications & Nominations

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:36:03 -0400

Safety professionals have the opportunity to be recognized for their accomplishments with the 2026 J. J. Keller Safety Professional of the Year (SPOTY) Awards, which are now open for applications and nominations.