Risk Management

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.

Why Every Construction Site Needs a Clear Security Plan

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

As work sites continue to expand, administrators and supervisors need to be more vigilant to address the evolving hazards that pose an increased risk of accidents or injuries.

5 Fit Testing Mistakes That Could Cost You

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:38:34 -0400

Respiratory protection is one of OSHA’s most-cited violations. These five common fit testing mistakes create compliance risk and leave workers less protected.

Construction PPE Guide: What Crews Need for Each Task

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

This guide walks through jobsite role-based PPE choices for high-risk jobs, then shows you how to choose and replace that gear with confidence.

PODCAST | Transforming EHS Recordkeeping into Strategic Insight

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Phil Molé, an EHS and Sustainability Expert at VelocityEHS, delves into the pitfalls of injury and illness recordkeeping and how organizations can shift from a "compliance checkbox" mentality to a proactive, risk-focused strategy.

Using AI to Prevent Workplace Accidents Before They Happen

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Rather than replacing people, connected worker technology powered by AI is designed to augment humans with AI agents that operate as digital workers alongside human workers on the factory floor.

EHS Teams Carrying More Responsibilities Than Ever Before, Says EHS Expert

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:09:29 -0400

As responsibilities grow and teams are stretched thin, safety teams have less capacity to surface those warning signs early or act on them.

Risk-Weighted Work: Matching Task Exposure to Experience and Brain Science

info@ProActSafety.com (Shawn M. Galloway) — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A practical way to reduce high-consequence events without relying on luck, warnings, or slogans.

The Strategic Advantage of a Modern Verification Program

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 10:56:43 -0500

In high-risk industries such as energy, utilities, construction, and industrial services, verification should be treated as a capability that directly improves operational outcomes.

Digital Intelligence as a Safety Layer — Strengthening People, Not Replacing Them

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 10:33:19 -0500

Across safety, distribution, and manufacturing, the pressure feels familiar. Systems are moving faster. Information is coming from everywhere. And now, layered on top of all of that, comes Artificial Intelligence — or what many of us are starting to call Digital Intelligence (DI). For many professionals, the reaction is mixed.

To Futureproof Your Workforce, Start Taking Safety Seriously

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:49:53 -0500

When small hazards fade into the environment, they stop being treated as signals that something needs to change.

Workplace Safety Must Keep Up with Quickly Changing Winter Conditions

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 11:22:19 -0500

Winter storms cost U.S. businesses billions each year—one major storm alone can result in $1 billion in lost productivity and damages.

ASSP Signals Shift Toward "Powered Action" to Neutralize Top Workplace Hazards

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 10:17:26 -0500

The Society will continue focusing its lens on the Serious Injuries and Fatalities (SIF) and Potential Serious Injuries and Fatalities (PSIF) that continue to disrupt operations and end lives.

The Role Belief Plays in Risk Management

peter.furst@gmail.com (Peter G. Furst) — Thu, 09 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Several research studies have identified that workers (as well as management) have different perspectives on risk and the potential negative resulting outcomes from exposure to them.

AI, SIF and the Human-Centric Future of EHS

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 13:46:40 -0400

Senior EHS leaders discuss the evolving landscape of serious injury and fatality prevention, artiﬁcial intelligence in safety, and the rise of human-centric risk strategies.

How to Succeed in The Complex World of Conflict Mitigation

dan.markiewicz@gmail.com (Dan Markiewicz MS, CIH, CSP, RMP) — Tue, 10 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0400

It’s time to toughen up buttercups. Trump 2.0 dismantling of traditional OHS as we knew it, is far from complete.

Job Safety Analysis vs Permit to Work: Why You Need Both for Safer Work

Mon, 19 May 2025 18:44:32 -0400

Both PTW and JSA are designed to prevent incidents by identifying hazards and ensuring that appropriate controls are in place. Given their overlapping functions, a natural question arises: is it really necessary to use both PTW and JSA for the same task?

New Research by VelocityEHS Focuses on AI Innovation in EHS, ESG

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 12:00:00 -0500

Scientific papers offer actionable insights into utilizing technology to improve workplace safety and reduce risk.

Too Much Talk About Risk – Not Enough Leadership Action?

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 13:58:55 -0500

Our excessive focus on the concept of risk comes at the expense of fostering the essential leadership needed to navigate acceptable levels of risk.

Maximize Business Practices to Enhance Growth in Heavy Industries

Fri, 29 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0500

Some companies struggle to achieve the growth they want is that their business practices aren’t optimized to drive and support effective development.

Dynamic ergonomics for warehouse workers: Adapting to seasonal peaks and demands

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 11:14:16 -0500

Warehouse work comes with a unique set of physical challenges. But during peak seasons, like holiday shopping or events like Prime Day, those demands skyrocket.

The complete guide to building a world-class safety culture

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 14:39:15 -0400

A strong safety culture can help your organization have fewer accidents and ensure everyone knows they are collectively accountable.

Attribution — A hidden risk factor

peter.furst@gmail.com (Peter G. Furst) — Sat, 19 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Attribution refers to the cognitive process that people use to find reason for either their own behavior or that of others.

Risk management challenges: Safety is in the eye of the beholder

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 12:00:00 -0400

Safety debates surrounding hiking risks run parallel to opinions on workplace safety.

Supply chain security in a digital age

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 10:15:34 -0400

Supply chain businesses need to understand the current risks and establish protocols that reduce both digital and physical vulnerabilities.

Why risk assessments are not required by the PWFA

dan.markiewicz@gmail.com (Dan Markiewicz MS, CIH, CSP, RMP) — Thu, 05 Sep 2024 11:08:02 -0400

The information in this article demonstrates that risk assessment for pregnant worker concerns has been known globally for decades, even more than a century ago within the U.S.

Cost-effective strategies to safeguard your construction business

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 17:11:19 -0400

To reduce the number of delays in a project, you should build reliable processes that facilitate the completion of projects on time and in order.

National Safety Council releases report on technology solutions to prevent worker injuries and save lives

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 14:09:53 -0400

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.

Harnessing AI for regulatory compliance: A revolutionary approach

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 10:26:17 -0400

Compliance management involves identifying, assessing and mitigating risks of non-compliance. The latest innovations exemplify how artificial intelligence (AI) can revolutionize this crucial aspect of business operations.

Implementing a Safety Management System (SMS) in aircraft maintenance operations

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 12:55:28 -0400

It seems like aircraft incidents have become more frequent, whether it’s a crash or disappearance. This should catch the attention of aircraft facilities and manufacturers.