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ASSP seeking Safety 2027 conference speaker proposals through Sept. 8

September 1, 2026 · Speaker proposals for ASSP’s Safety 2027 Conference are due Sept. 8 at 11:59 p.m. CDT. Find application requirements here & learn how you can help your peers face EHS challenges.

NIOSH promotes resources for Respiratory Protection Day 2026

August 25, 2026 · NIOSH is preparing employers to recognize Respiratory Protection Day on Sept. 1 by providing tools and resources to select and use the correct respirator for each job.

Vigilant EHS Solutions Emergency Action Plan Toolkit

August 19, 2026 · Vigilant EHS Solutions EAP template provides a structured, easy-to-follow framework to ensure your business is ready to respond to fires, medical emergencies, and evacuations.

Zero Electrocution Challenge seeking submissions for inaugural ZERO 2050 challenge

August 13, 2026 · The McElhattan Foundation’s Zero Electrocution Challenge is seeking submissions by Sept. 1 to help eliminate life-threatening tasks that lead to fatal electrocution on the job by 2050.

Sign up now for OSHA’s 2026 Safe & Sound Week

July 23, 2026 · Organizations can celebrate and launch successful workplace safety and health programs by signing up for OSHA’s 2026 Safe & Sound Week, scheduled for Aug. 10-16.

NIOSH, University of Colorado to launch VitalCog suicide prevention training for extraction industries

July 20, 2026 · The Johnson Depression Center, in partnership with NIOSH, will launch a new VitalCog Suicide Prevention Training program for the oil & gas and mining industries this fall.

FMCSA, Homeland Security announce joint operation to investigate CDL schools

July 16, 2026 · FMCSA will engage Homeland Security Investigations to investigate 75 CDL training schools suspected of falsifying records, improper certifications, and failing to properly train drivers.

Milton Hydro hosts Association of Electrical Utility Safety Professionals meeting

July 3, 2026 · Milton Hydro’s session provided a platform for open dialogue and meaningful discussion by AEUSP members on critical issues shaping workplace safety in the electrical utility industry.

OSHA to host free virtual safety & health training for federal workers Aug. 4-6

July 3, 2026 · OSHA will host free half-day virtual training seminars Aug. 4-6 for federal agency safety and health personnel to help strengthen protections for federal workers. Register through July 24.

OSHA & MSHA open applications for $13 million in training grants

July 1, 2026 · OSHA’s Susan Harwood Training Grants applications are due July 31. MSHA’s Brookwood-Sago Mine Safety Grants are due Aug. 31. Learn more about the opportunities and apply here.

ViaPath, CareerSafe, CypherWorx expand OSHA safety training access at corrections facilities

June 23, 2026 · CareerSafe is expanding its OSHA-certified training to help incarcerated people prepare to re-enter the workforce through new partnerships with ViaPath and CypherWorx.

NYC Mayor issues heat protection executive order

June 23, 2026 · The Mayor’s executive order instructs NYC departments to distribute heat safety guidance for outdoor workers, including construction and app-based delivery workers, as soon as practicable.

WorkSafe Washington updates Ergonomics Risk Assessment app

June 18, 2026 · WorkSafe Washington’s new-and-improved ErgoApp app provides short, self-paced training modules on safe lifting techniques that can be integrated into onboarding and ongoing training.

MSHA establishes alliance with Metallurgical Coal Producers Association

June 12, 2026 · MSHA and MCPA will publish coal industry injury, illness, citation data, and case studies to improve training, education, best practice adoption, and foster a strong safety culture.

CSB warns chemical facilities to prepare for hurricane season

June 12, 2026 · The CSB is warning chemical facilities to prepare for hurricane season now to prevent dangerous chemical releases and fires during severe storms.