☕ New Hazard Communication Standard

Plus, The People's Safety Summit

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Dan Abbotoy
June 30, 2025

In the line of fire

Good morning! A new week is here, and so is another chance to lead from the front. Whether you’re solving problems in the field or pushing for progress behind the scenes, you’re part of a movement that’s raising the bar for what safety should look like.

We’ve got the tools, insights, and updates to keep you sharp, prepared, and ready for whatever comes next. Let’s get into it. 💪👇

THIS WEEK’S TIPS

This week’s safety upgrades:

  • New OSHA Nominee

  • Hazard Communication Standard Update

  • New Tech Warning

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

This Weeks Professional Development Tip

Trump’s OSHA Pick Sparks Heat Safety Controversy

Trump’s nominee to lead OSHA, David Keeling, is no stranger to heat—literally. The former UPS and Amazon executive is being tapped to oversee workplace safety just as OSHA considers its first-ever federal heat rule. But there’s a catch: both of Keeling’s former employers have lobbied against those protections, and some workers say he ignored their calls for cooling gear and A/C during brutal heatwaves. As heat-related injuries climb, so do questions—will Keeling prioritize workers or corporate interests? The Senate’s about to decide.

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This is for YOU🫵

🎉 Welcome to the People’s Safety Summit

Forget stale coffee and conference centers. Join the revolution from wherever you are.

📅 When: August 6, 2025
📍 Where: Anywhere you want—virtually, of course!

We get it—not everyone can hop on a plane or ditch their desks to attend a safety conference. That’s why we’ve flipped the script and brought the summit directly to you.

What’s going down:

🔥 Interactive product demos to supercharge your safety toolkit.

🎤 Open mic networking sessions—because safety pros deserve to connect without the awkward handshakes.

🗣️ Dedicated topic rooms—jump into the conversations that matter most to you.

🚀 A cutting-edge virtual experience that’s as close to real-life as digital gets—no boring webinars, we promise.

Who’s invited: Everyone who believes safety isn’t just compliance—it’s community.

Ditch the travel expenses, grab your favorite snack, and come see what safety looks like when the People run the show.

You know the drill

When the shop floor has a full-on early warning system just for Safety Walks... that’s not culture, that’s theater 🎭

If your team only gears up when we’re watching, it’s time to rework the playbook. Origami Risk dropped an e-book that has 4 strategic shifts which actually change how risk is managed - from performative to proactive.

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GHS Updates on Deck: OSHA and UN Talks Could Shift U.S. Chemical Labeling Rules

Heads up, safety pros: OSHA held a public meeting June 24 to prep for a major UN summit that could reshape how chemical hazards are labeled and communicated in the U.S. The goal? Sync up with the latest revisions to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) and streamline safety data across borders. While sweeping changes aren’t expected for most employers, those handling chemical classification and labeling may be facing updates soon. This is your early heads-up to stay ahead of the curve.

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New Tech, New Risks: ILO Warns Against Rushing AI and Automation Into Workplaces

The International Labor Organization is sounding the alarm: without proactive oversight, digital tools like AI, robotics, and algorithm-driven systems could end up replacing safety protections instead of reinforcing them. In a new report, the ILO urges governments and employers to use tech to enhance worker well-being—not shortcut it. Their advice? Stick to the Hierarchy of Controls, keep human judgment in the loop, and tailor training to the actual people doing the work. Because innovation without safety is just risk at scale.

Your Ergo Solution.

Overexertion is costing companies $12.49 BILLION each year and feeding into a much larger problem! That’s why we’ve partnered with 3motionAI to enhance workplace safety with their Risk Flashlight solution. Together, we’re empowering EHS professionals to tackle these costly problems at the root, building a safer, more equitable workplace.

Steps to Take:

1. Learn more about 3motionAI: Read, here

2. Show company leadership how you can protect the bottom line.

3. Earn the respect you deserve by making a real impact.

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