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Navigating the Challenges of Implementing a Psychological Health and Safety Program at Your Workplace
By NASP Blogger Psychological Health and Safety
In today’s workplaces, Psychological Health and Safety (PHS) is as critical as traditional occupational health and safety. A well-implemented PHS program can protect employees from mental harm, enhance workplace morale, and improve productivity. However, achieving a fully integrated PHS program comes with its challenges. From workplace culture shifts to addressing geopolitical psychological risks, organizations must…
A Workplace without OSHA
Editorial
You probably haven’t seen this in recent news, but a new bill has emerged in Congress proposing the elimination of OSHA as we know it. You can review the full text of the bill here. While political debates often focus on fiscal or regulatory burdens, it is crucial to recognize that OSHA’s influence goes far…
EPA Opts Against Regulating Lead Wheel Weights Amid Declining Usage and Low Exposure Risk
Current Events
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced its decision not to regulate the manufacture, processing, or distribution of lead wheel weights, citing minimal risk of lead exposure and a significant industry shift toward alternative materials. Lead wheel weights have traditionally been used to balance motor vehicle wheels, but the automotive industry has increasingly adopted…
AI in Occupational Medicine: Revolutionizing Workplace Health and Safety
Technology
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries across the board, and occupational medicine is no exception. A recent study published in the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine explores AI’s potential in this field, highlighting how it can enhance worker health, predict injuries, and support return-to-work efforts. However, challenges such as ethical concerns, data privacy, and…
Understanding Psychosocial Hazards in the Workplace
Compliance
While the term “psychosocial hazards” might sound complex, it simply refers to aspects of our work environment that can negatively affect our mental and physical well-being. These hazards can be subtle and often go unnoticed, but their impact can be significant. Here are some common examples: Factors related to the work itself: Factors related to…
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Navigating the Challenges of Implementing a Psychological Health and Safety Program at Your Workplace
02.13.2025 Psychological Health and SafetyIn today’s workplaces, Psychological Health and Safety (PHS) is as critical as traditional occupational health and safety. A well-implemented PHS…
A Workplace without OSHA
02.13.2025 EditorialYou probably haven’t seen this in recent news, but a new bill has emerged in Congress proposing the elimination of…
EPA Opts Against Regulating Lead Wheel Weights Amid Declining Usage and Low Exposure Risk
02.13.2025 Current EventsThe U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced its decision not to regulate the manufacture, processing, or distribution of lead…
AI in Occupational Medicine: Revolutionizing Workplace Health and Safety
02.13.2025 TechnologyArtificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries across the board, and occupational medicine is no exception. A recent study published in…
Understanding Psychosocial Hazards in the Workplace
01.20.2025 ComplianceWhile the term “psychosocial hazards” might sound complex, it simply refers to aspects of our work environment that can negatively…
Big Changes in 2024: A Look Back at NASP’s Transformational Year
01.20.2025 Current Events2024 proved to be an extraordinary year of growth and innovation for the National Association of Safety Professionals (NASP). From…
Live Classes in 2025
01.20.2025 Live ClassesYou asked for more in-person, instructor-led training—and we heard you! In 2025, we’re significantly expanding our offerings to give you…
OSHA and MSHA Civil Penalty Amounts Increasing by 2.6% on Jan. 15
01.20.2025 ComplianceCivil penalties issued by OSHA and MSHA will rise by about 2.6% on Jan. 15, in accordance with the Federal…
Study Finds Prolonged Sitting Raises Heart Risks—even for Regular Exercisers
01.20.2025 Current EventsThe Sedentary Danger A new study from Massachusetts General Hospital shows that spending more than 10.6 hours a day sitting,…
OSHA Ends Pursuit of COVID-19 Standard for Healthcare, Shifts Focus to Broader Infectious Diseases Rule
01.16.2025 ComplianceOSHA has officially halted its efforts to establish a COVID-19-specific standard for healthcare settings, opting instead to focus on completing…
OSHA and Amazon Reach Settlement to Improve Worker Safety
01.14.2025 ComplianceIn a significant move to enhance workplace safety, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Amazon have reached a…
Now you see me, now you don’t – Part 2 – Ergonomics
12.26.2024 ComplianceIn our last issue we saw that overexertion and bodily reaction accounted for most days away from work, job transfers,…
