Stasia DeMarco

6 days ago | ohsonline.com | Stasia DeMarco

A global safety consultant, a decorated U.S. Marine, pioneering academics, and a DEI trailblazer join the profession’s most distinguished ranks. The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) has named five trailblazing experts as Society Fellows, its most prestigious honor. The distinction is reserved for members who have made outstanding lifetime contributions to the occupational safety and health profession.

6 days ago | eponline.com | Stasia DeMarco

With summer underway, residents across the state are getting crucial updates to help protect their health and reduce harmful emissions during peak ozone months. The state health department’s Air Pollution Control Division has resumed its daily air quality forecasts for the 2025 ozone pollution season. From May 31 to Aug. 31 each year, Coloradans subscribed to the division’s “ozone front range" email list receive daily notifications sharing forecasts for ozone pollution.

1 week ago | ohsonline.com | Stasia DeMarco

Federal investigators found multiple safety violations following a fatal incident at a Florida donation center, including a repeat offense related to fall protection. Federal investigators have cited The Salvation Army for multiple workplace safety violations after a 54-year-old maintenance worker suffered fatal injuries in a fall at a donation center and store in Orlando. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the incident occurred on Nov.

1 week ago | ohsonline.com | Stasia DeMarco

With parts of the state expected to reach triple-digit heat, employers are reminded of their legal obligations to protect both indoor and outdoor workers from serious heat-related illnesses. As we head into the summer months, and with the forecast calling for increased temperatures in the coming days, Cal/OSHA is once again reminding employers to take the necessary steps to protect workers from heat illness at both outdoor and indoor worksites.

1 week ago | ohsonline.com | Stasia DeMarco

From cutting-edge PPE to live tech demos and career resources, this year’s Orlando event promises to raise the bar for safety professionals nationwide. Prepare for a groundbreaking showcase of safety innovation as the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) gears up for its Safety 2025 Professional Development Conference and Exposition in Orlando. Attendees will experience the Society’s largest expo in history from July 22-24 at the Orange County Convention Center.