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Silent Killer on the Dairy Floor: How Toxic Gas Claimed Six Lives in Colorado
By NASP Blogger Current Events
Six workers lost their lives this August at a Colorado dairy after being overcome by toxic gases in a confined space. The tragedy, now under investigation by state and federal officials, is a grim reminder of the invisible dangers that lurk in many agricultural workplaces. The Day the Air Turned Deadly The incident took place…
When Routine Becomes Tragedy: Investigators Weigh In on 79-Year-Old’s Death at Work
Current Events
On an early October morning on the south side of San Antonio, a 79-year-old worker at a manufactured-home dealership lost his life in a workplace incident now under federal investigation. Federal safety officials are probing the fatal event at the company to determine whether safety protocols were followed and whether broader hazards exist. The Incident…
The Current State of OSHA
Current Events
As of late 2025, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is operating under complex and evolving circumstances shaped by the ongoing federal government shutdown, pending budget decisions, and recent leadership changes. Despite these challenges, OSHA continues to perform its essential mission of ensuring safe and healthful working conditions for employees across the United States.…
Psychological Health and Safety Risk Factors During the Holiday Season
Psychological Health and Safety
The holiday season is often described as “the most wonderful time of the year,” yet for many workers it also brings added stress, distraction, and fatigue. Between November and December, employees balance their normal workload with personal obligations surrounding Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, and other celebrations. While the season is full of joy, it can also…
The Certified Safety Manager Class Returns to Las Vegas: Don’t Miss NASP’s Most Popular Training Event
Live Classes
Whether you’re stepping into a safety management role for the first time or have years of experience under your belt, NASP’s Certified Safety Manager (CSM) course is your opportunity to take your skills to the next level. Designed by safety professionals for safety professionals, the CSM program provides the practical knowledge and tools needed to…
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What are the Penalties for non-Compliance with the US DOT Regulations in 2019?
12.20.2018 Current EventsLike any decent regulatory agency, the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration within the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT/PHMSA) issues…
Whistleblower case shows what safety discipline shouldn’t be like
12.19.2018 Current EventsWas Worker Fire for Reporting Injuries? We’ve discussed before that progressive discipline is hard for any manager, no matter what…
Hearing loss increase found in oil, gas workers
11.29.2018 Current EventsNoise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) among Canadian oil and gas drilling sector workers has increased by 12 per cent, from 33…
Using TaBRA For Culture Change
11.28.2018 Current EventsTaBRA (Task Based Risk Assessments) is a topic about which FDRsafety has written several times. How It Works Many workers…
Whistleblower case shows what safety discipline shouldn’t be like
11.19.2018 Current EventsWas worker fired for reporting injuries? We’ve discussed before that progressive discipline is hard for any manager, no matter what…
OSHA Clarifies Drug Testing, Incentives
11.19.2018 Current EventsAgency Says Post-Incident Drug Testing, Safety Incentives OK Good news: OSHA is pulling back its previous stance on safety incentive…
Is the National Association of Safety Professionals Legit?
10.30.2018 Current EventsOne question we hear quite often at NASP is, ‘Which certifications are actually legitimate in the arena of safety?’ There…
An Unconditional Commitment to Safety: The Edgar Sanchez Story
10.18.2018 Current EventsNASP Certified Safety Manager- New Orleans 2018 A driven advocate for employee safety, Edgar Sanchez knew years ago that he…
NASP is Going to the NSC Congress & Expo in October
09.11.2018 Current EventsThis year, NASP employees will be attending the National Safety Council Congress & Expo in Houston, TX October 22nd-24th. This…
National Safety Council offers steps to stay safe during Hurricane Florence
09.11.2018 Current Events Families are urged to put together an emergency supply kit and develop an emergency plan As Hurricane Florence intensifies, the…
Some Unexpected Feedback
08.24.2018 Current EventsWhen we launched our new LMS (Learning Management System) platform earlier this year, we were excited and loved all of…
Worker Dies at OSHA VPP site: Status Taken Away?
08.17.2018 Current EventsCompanies that are in OSHA’s Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) are supposed to be some of the safest facilities in the…
