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VelocityEHS expands AI tools within Accelerate platform

October 17, 2025 · VelocityEHS launched its VelocityAI unified intelligence engine embedded within its Accelerate platform in August, and has since added a personal assistant and AI-powered features.

VelocityEHS adds AI tools to Operational Risk platform

October 7, 2025 · VelocityEHS added AI hazard analysis and control recommendations capabilities to its Operational Risk platform to analyze Job Safety Analyses and proactively prevent hazards.

CSB issues update on fatal Clairton Coke Works explosion

September 30, 2025 · A 70-year-old cast-iron valve leaked gas when U.S. Steel and contract workers attempted to flush it with water, causing an explosion which killed 2 and injured 11 at the Clairton Coke Works.

UPS worker killed by falling boxes while loading trailer

September 30, 2025 · Shelma Reyna was killed by falling boxes while loading a trailer at the Richmond, California UPS warehouse. Cal/OSHA’s preliminary investigation found a package conveyor may be involved.

CSB issues six recommendations to Cuisine Solutions, IIAR

September 26, 2025 · The U.S. Chemical Safety Board recommended improving emergency plans and updating IIAR standards in its final report on the 2024 toxic ammonia refrigerant release at Cuisine Solutions.

NSC 2025: Matrix exhibits OmniPro Vision AI collision avoidance system

September 24, 2025 · Matrix Design Group exhibited its OmniPro Vision AI collision avoidance system that can help prevent accidents in blind spots and high-traffic areas at the 2025 NSC Safety Expo.

OSHA cites Carlton’s Tree Service after woodchipper fatality

September 23, 2025 · OSHA fined Carlton’s Tree Service $16,550 after a worker became caught in a chipper and was fatally decapitated. The company was cited previously for lacking head and fall protection.

Workplace safety market expected to generate $44 billion by 2031

September 19, 2025 · Verified Market Research’s latest report predicts the $16 billion workplace safety market will almost triple to $44 billion by 2031, in part due to IoT and AI technology adoption.

VelocityEHS unveils Vēlo AI assistant at 2025 NSC Safety Expo

September 17, 2025 · VelocityEHS debuted Vēlo, a new personified AI assistant powered by VelocityAI, at the 2025 NSC Safety Expo. It can help improve response times, consistency, and decision making.

NSC 2025: KPA showcases Flex all-in-one EHS platform

September 17, 2025 · All-in-one EHS software provider KPA showcased its Flex EHS platform at the 2025 NSC Safety Congress & Expo. It was also made a priority partner of NSC’s TechHub Marketplace.

2025 Robotics Applications Conference set for Wednesday, Sept. 17

September 16, 2025 · The 2025 Robotics Applications Conference, coming Sept. 17 from our sister publication Robotics 24/7, will include speakers from ASTM, A3, St. Onge, Gartner, Interact Analysis.

NSC 2025: Lehigh Customfit to showcase managed footwear programs

September 15, 2025 · Lehigh Customfit is showcasing its foot protection management programs, including 3D foot scanning and True Fit platform to ensure a proper fit, at the 2025 Safety Congress & Expo.

NSC 2025: Hytera to showcase H-series radios

September 12, 2025 · Hytera U.S. Inc is showcasing its H-series radios with lone worker, man down coverage, and intrinsically safe models, and Horizon PoC systems at the 2025 Safety Congress & Exposition.

NSC 2025: Hytera to showcase Horizon PoC radios

September 12, 2025 · Hytera U.S. Inc is showcasing its Horizon PoC systems for construction, supply chain, and manufacturing applications, and H-series radios at the 2025 Safety Congress & Exposition.

AME, SITEMA launch KSE electronic safety brake

September 9, 2025 · SITEMA’s fully-electric, failsafe KSE slide locks meet all of the requirements OSHA Directive CPL 02-01-043 for slide locks used on hydraulic, mechanical, and power presses.