When a fire alarm goes off, there isn’t time to figure out where to go or who needs help. People respond based on what they’ve practiced. That’s why successful fire drills begin well before anyone hears an alarm. For employers, HR professionals, and safety leaders,...
OSHA Safe + Sound Week is a nationwide event that celebrates the successes of workplace health and safety programs while encouraging organizations to strengthen their own efforts. At Arizona Chapter National Safety Council (ACNSC), it’s also an opportunity to recognize individuals whose work demonstrates what...
Note: E-bike rules vary by state, city, county, and school district. Requirements for rider age, helmet use, sidewalk riding, trail access, and where different classes of e-bikes are allowed may differ depending on where you live. Before your child begins riding to school, review your...
Back to school season arrives before many families are ready. Across the Southwest, children often head back to class while summer is still in full swing. As school routines return, traffic increases, schedules get busier, and everyone is focused on getting where they need to...
For workers across the Southwest, exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays is a daily reality. Construction crews, landscapers, agricultural workers, utility employees, delivery drivers, and others who spend time outdoors face an increased risk of skin cancer, eye damage, and premature aging from prolonged sun exposure....
OSHA regularly cites employers for forklift-related violations, many of which stem from preventable issues such as inadequate training, poor maintenance, or unsafe operating practices. The good news is that warning signs are often present long before an injury, equipment damage, or OSHA inspection occurs. Recognizing...
Summer in the Southwest means pool parties, lake trips, and long afternoons spent trying to survive triple digit heat without melting into our patio furniture. It also means increased risks around water, especially for children. As families spend more time near pools and lakes, safety...
Governor Katie Hobbs has officially proclaimed April 2026 as Distracted Driving Awareness Month in Arizona. The designation brings statewide focus to a safety issue that continues to cost lives every day. “No one should lose their life over something as preventable as a distracted moment...
By Gary Norland. Gary is a speaker at Arizona Chapter National Safety Council’s 2026 Southwest Safety Conference. His presentation, Life after 12,500 Volts , shows how one unsafe moment affects families, coworkers, and entire communities. Many people look for shortcuts. But when safety is not...
Ladder violations consistently rank among OSHA’s most cited workplace safety issues (in 2025, it ranked third in the agency’s top 10 list of most frequent citations). That’s why ladder safety is so important. If you’re an employer, knowing the warning signs early can prevent...
By Tim Page Bottorff, MS, CSP, CIT, FASSP, and Ciro Page Bottorf. Tim and Ciro are speakers at Arizona Chapter National Safety Council’s 2026 Southwest Safety Conference. Their presentation, From Boomers to Zoomers: Ending the Generational Cold War in Safety, focuses on building a shared...
By Eric J. Rodriguez. Eric is a speaker at Arizona Chapter National Safety Council’s 2026 Southwest Safety Conference. His presentation, Leading Safety in the Human Era , reframes safety as a shared value that helps organizations adapt, innovate, and protect people at the same time....
