The National Association of Safety Professionals

🦺 Join Us for Safe + Sound Week, August 10 to 16!

A safer workplace starts with all of us.

OSHA’s Safe + Sound Week is a nationwide event that celebrates the successes of workplace safety and health programs and encourages organizations to take action to protect their workers.

Whether your organization already has a strong safety program or is just getting started, this is a great opportunity to:

✅ Recognize employees who make safety a priority
✅ Get workers involved in safety and health activities
✅ Identify and address workplace hazards
✅ Strengthen your safety culture
✅ Celebrate the progress your organization has made

More than 4,600 businesses participated last year, and organizations of all sizes are invited to get involved. OSHA also provides activities, graphics, flyers, and other resources to help you participate.

Make safety visible. Get your team involved. And show your commitment to keeping everyone Safe + Sound at Work.

Learn more and sign up through OSHA:

https://www.osha.gov/safeandsoundweek

Yard operations may look routine, but they are one of the most hazardous environments in logistics and manufacturing.

Every day, workers navigate moving trucks, tight spaces, changing weather, uneven surfaces, and constant interaction between vehicles, equipment, and pedestrians. Even experienced workers can make mistakes when under pressure.

Key takeaways:
• Safety should prioritize consistency over speed.
• Near misses are valuable learning opportunities that can prevent future incidents.
• Data, technology, and real-time coaching help identify risks before they become injuries.
• Standardized processes and strong safety training create safer, more predictable operations.

The goal is simple: every worker goes home safely at the end of every shift.

Read the full article here: https://www.ehstoday.com/safety/article/55394695/why-yard-operations-are-so-dangerous

The temperatures are rising, but your training costs don't have to.

Our Sizzlin' Summer Sale is here, with up to 40% off select NASP workplace safety courses through August 31, 2026.

Whether you're earning a new credential, refreshing your skills, or staying on track with annual training requirements, now is the perfect time to invest in your professional growth.

Don't let these savings slip away. Explore the sale and find your next course today: https://www.naspweb.com/summer-sale/

Big savings are back, and these are too good to ignore!

The NASP Sizzlin' Summer Sale is your chance to invest in your career while keeping more money in your pocket.

Here are just a few of the biggest deals:

Save $2,398 on the Safety Professional Certificate (SPC), our largest online certificate program. (40% OFF)

Save $1,598 on the Safety Director Certificate (SDC), designed for experienced safety leaders. (40% OFF)

Save nearly $600 on the Certified Safety Manager (CSM) online program. (30% OFF)

And that's just the beginning. Dozens of additional online certificate and specialist courses are also on sale, with discounts of up to 40% through August 31, 2026.

Browse all of the deals and start saving today:
https://www.naspweb.com/summer-sale/

The recent warehouse fire in Boyle Heights, California, is raising important questions about how organizations approach workplace safety.

In this thought-provoking article, Rosa Carrillo argues that major incidents are rarely the result of a single person's mistake. Instead, they are often the outcome of overlooked warning signs, organizational decisions, communication breakdowns, and system-wide failures that develop over time.

Using the Boyle Heights fire as a case study, the article explores why focusing only on compliance, paperwork, or assigning blame after an incident may fail to address the deeper issues that contribute to catastrophic events. It also highlights the importance of empowering workers, improving communication, learning from near misses, and building a culture where safety is a shared responsibility.

Whether you agree with every conclusion or not, the article offers valuable insights for safety professionals looking to strengthen their organization's safety culture and prevent future tragedies.

Read the full article here:
https://carrilloconsultants.com/the-boyle-heights-warehouse-fire-the-latest-disaster-from-safetys-myth-of-individualism/

A recent Safety+Health training survey highlights an important question for every organization:

What methods do you use to train your employees?

While many employers continue to rely on classroom instruction, online learning, toolbox talks, videos, and hands-on demonstrations, the biggest takeaway is that there is no one-size-fits-all approach. The most effective training programs combine multiple methods to keep employees engaged and help them retain critical safety knowledge. Research consistently shows that training that includes active participation and hands-on practice produces stronger learning outcomes than passive methods alone.

Read the full Safety+Health article here:
https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/2026-training-survey/

Whether you need open enrollment courses for individual employees or customized, site-specific training built around your unique workplace hazards, NASP can help. Our expert instructors deliver practical, engaging training that goes beyond simply checking the compliance box, helping employees build the knowledge and skills they need to work safely every day.

Learn more about NASP's training solutions:
https://www.naspweb.com/

Your final opportunity is almost here.

If you've been planning to become a HAZWOPER trainer, don't wait until next year. Join us in Wilmington, North Carolina, October 26 through 30, for NASP's final live HAZWOPER Train-the-Trainer class of 2026.

This five-day, instructor-led course is designed for safety professionals who want to confidently deliver OSHA HAZWOPER training within their organizations. Learn directly from experienced instructors, participate in hands-on discussions, share real-world experiences with fellow professionals, and leave with practical knowledge you can immediately apply.

✔ Live, instructor-led classroom training
✔ Network with safety professionals from across the country
✔ Gain the skills to develop and deliver effective HAZWOPER training
✔ Last live HAZWOPER Train-the-Trainer course of 2026

Seats are limited, so reserve yours today before this final class fills.

Learn more and register:
https://www.naspweb.com/live-course/hazwoper-train-the-trainer-classroom-course/?session=2026-10-26-2026-10-30

Summer is here, and so is one of our biggest promotions of the year!

If rising costs have you watching your budget, now is the perfect time to invest in your professional development without paying full price.

The NASP Sizzlin' Summer Sale is happening now, with savings of up to 40% on select online safety training courses. Whether you're earning a new credential, completing refresher training, or expanding your knowledge, there's never been a better time to sharpen your skills.

Don't wait too long. These summer savings disappear after August 31, 2026.

Browse all sale courses: https://www.naspweb.com/summer-sale/

The best confined space training doesn't stop at the classroom door.

Join us in Wilmington, North Carolina, September 28 through October 2, for NASP's Confined Space Entry & Rescue Program Manager (CSERPM) course. You'll learn from experienced instructors and put your skills to the test during hands-on practical exercises aboard the historic USS North Carolina Battleship.

This immersive training is designed for safety professionals who want to build, manage, and improve confined space entry and rescue programs with real-world experience.

This is the LAST live CSERPM course we'll offer in 2026. Don't miss your final opportunity this year to experience one of the most unique confined space training environments in the country.

Reserve your seat today:
https://www.naspweb.com/live-course/confined-space-entry-rescue-program-manager-course/?session=2026-09-28-2026-10-02