☕What to expect from us in 2025

Good morning! As we gear up to close out the year, we can’t help but reflect on everything we’ve built together—and get excited about what’s coming next. In 2025, we’re rolling out a revamped Safety Knights website packed with powerful new tools to help you work smarter, not harder. Think upgraded features, a Heat Safety Summit to tackle the rising heat risks, and meaningful ways to give back to the community that keeps us all going strong.

This year was just the beginning. Next year? We’re leveling up—together.

Let’s finish strong and charge into 2025 ready for anything.

THIS WEEK’S TIPS

This week’s safety upgrades:

• Discrimination = Harm, what to do about it.

• Pregnancy Ergonomic Case Study

• What to expect in 2025

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

This Weeks Professional Development Tip

• Conflict resolution A skill for 'building bridges, not fences'

2023 Worker Deaths: A Devastating Trend That’s Getting Worse

2023 saw 5,283 workers killed on the job in the US—slightly less than the year before, but that’s small comfort. Top offenders? Transportation/warehousing (930 deaths) and construction (1,075 deaths). And here’s the real kicker: This isn’t just about bad luck or accidents. It’s capitalism’s ugly side, sacrificing workers for profits. The Trump administration’s about to make it worse—think slashed safety regulations and even less oversight. Don’t expect big changes from the unions, either. Meanwhile, immigrant workers are at even greater risk, pushed into dangerous jobs with zero protection. This is about more than just numbers; it’s about lives being put at risk for corporate gain. The solution? Workers need to fight back—this can’t be left to the companies or toothless watchdogs.

How Simple Ergonomic Changes Made a Big Difference for an Expectant Worker

Pregnancy and workplace safety don’t always mix easily—especially in physically demanding jobs. But this story shows how a few thoughtful adjustments can make all the difference. When a 29-year-old paint sprayer experienced lower back pain and fatigue early in her pregnancy, her employer stepped up: ergonomic seating, reduced standing time, and practical counseling on health and nutrition. The result? A smooth pregnancy, continued productivity, and proof that small changes can have a big impact.

Safety training shouldn’t feel like a test you’re destined to fail!

We’ve all been there: sitting through disengaging, check-the-box safety training that feels more like a chore than a learning experience. That’s why we couldn’t resist making this meme—it perfectly captures how outdated methods leave us scratching our heads and zoning out.

But it doesn’t have to be this way. At Safety Knights, we’ve discovered that gamifying safety training is the ultimate way to boost engagement, retention, and results. That’s why I’m excited to introduce OSHA Games—a platform where safety meets fun, with training that employees actually want to complete.

Let’s trade bulging eyes and frustration for smiles and meaningful progress. 🚀 Ready to level up your safety program? Check out http://oshagames.com and let us know your thoughts!

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How Discrimination at Work Is Harming Mental Health—And What Employers Can Do About It

New research out of UCLA is sounding the alarm on the mental health impacts of workplace discrimination. After surveying over 1,500 middle-aged workers (average age: 51), the study found a direct link between high levels of discrimination and increased psychological distress. This isn't just about bad vibes; this type of distress is linked to serious mental and physical health issues, higher absenteeism, and sky-high healthcare costs. The solution? Employers who commit to diversity and make organization-level changes can drastically reduce psychological distress and improve employee well-being. If your company isn’t doing enough to foster inclusivity, it’s time to step up.

Inside OSHA’s Most Memorable Inspections: What We Can Learn from Real-Life Cases

Every year, OSHA conducts around 35,000 workplace inspections. But some cases? They stand out for all the wrong reasons—and offer valuable lessons in preventing similar incidents. Now, they’re back for another round of real-world lessons that could change how you approach safety.

Curious to see the cases that made the cut this year? Click here to discover the insights from OSHA’s most recent inspections.

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.

NEWS
Your Virtual Water Cooler

• 5 often-overlooked wintertime hazards

• Why safety noncompliance is moving from fines to felonies

• Maine Contractor Cited for Fatal Trench Collapse After Ignoring Safety Warnings

• The Journey to Become a Safety Professional

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