Safety Archives

President’s Letter – June 2026 0

Dear Readers, As the school year comes to a close and summer begins, many of us are looking ahead to a busy season for our businesses and our families. This time of year always seems to bring a natural moment of transition, and for me, that is especially true as I write my final letter

Making Parapet Roof Access Safer 0

Safety

June 2, 2026

By Mary Klett, ASA Communications Team For decades, contractors, maintenance workers, and service professionals have accessed flat parapet-style roofs in much the same way: by climbing an extension ladder, stepping over a metal parapet cap, and hoping the ladder remains stable and the walking surface is safe. Despite major advances in construction safety, this everyday

President’s Letter – May 2026 0

Spring always brings a renewed sense of momentum to our industry, and this year is no exception. Across our chapters and across ASA, we are preparing for an active season of advocacy, education, and connection. First off, I wanted to draw your attention to ASA’s urgent concern regarding the recent modifications to Section 232 tariffs

What’s a Resilient Safety Culture (And How Do You Get It)?0
- Leadership, Safety, Workforce & Professional Development
- August 28, 2025
By Justin Ganschow, MS, CSP, CHMM; Caterpillar Safety Services Safety culture exists whether an organization proactively manages it or not. Most simply, your safety culture is reflected by what people do when the boss or the safety manager isn’t watching. They either speak up, or stay silent when they see something or someone working unsafely.
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Top 10 OSHA Citations (FY 2024): What They Are & Why You Should Care 0
- Best Practices, Risk Management, Safety
- July 22, 2025
By Ted Dunnam, Dunnam Safety Management Let’s talk safety. Not the flashy kind with blinking lights and high-vis vests (although those help), but the kind that gets real—where a solid culture of safety means someone’s family member comes home at night instead of to an emergency room. OSHA—short for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration—was
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A Reflection on 2024, and How EHS Will Evolve in 2025 0
- Outlook & Trends, Safety
- December 17, 2024
By Michael Zalle, Yellowbird The landscape of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) is undergoing rapid transformation, driven by a combination of technological advancements, shifting regulations, and evolving societal expectations. In 2024, businesses and organizations faced an increasingly complex set of challenges and opportunities in their efforts to protect their employees, communities, and the environment. From
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