More than 54 million vehicles on American roads have unrepaired safety recalls, and a national campaign running March 2-8 is urging drivers to check their vehicle’s status and book free …
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U.S. workplace deaths fall to 5,070 in 2024, marking second straight annual decline
Workplace fatalities in the United States dropped for the second consecutive year in 2024, with 5,070 worker deaths recorded by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The National Safety Council,… …
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The U.S. Senate has confirmed John DeLeeuw as a member of the National Transportation Safety Board, where he will serve the remainder of a term ending Dec. 31, 2026. The …
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U.S. traffic deaths drop 12% in 2025 despite more cars on the road
Motor vehicle crash deaths in the United States fell to an estimated 37,810 in 2025, a 12% decline from the previous year, even as total miles driven rose by 0.9%,… …
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National Safety Council opens registration for Baltimore safety conference in May
The National Safety Council has opened registration for its 2026 Safety Summit, scheduled for May 6-8 at the Baltimore Convention Center. The event, an evolution of the NSC Spring Safety… …
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Updated ASTM standard aims to reduce workplace fatalities through SIF prevention framework
The National Safety Council has endorsed an updated international standard designed to help employers prevent serious incidents and fatalities in the workplace. The American Society for Testing and Materials published… …
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National Safety Council names 2026 CEOs Who ‘Get It’ for safety leadership
The National Safety Council has named seven chief executives to its 2026 CEOs Who “Get It” list, recognizing leaders who have demonstrated personal commitment to worker safety and health. The… …
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The U.S. Senate has confirmed Sara Bailey as Director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy, a role that oversees federal efforts to reduce drug deaths and impairment across …
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NSC and NCCCO Foundation release free tool to identify workplace safety gaps
The National Safety Council and NCCCO Foundation have launched a free tool designed to help employers identify weaknesses in their safety systems before serious incidents or fatalities occur. The Organizational… …
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U.S. safety group estimates 431 traffic deaths over Christmas, 429 over New Year’s
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberThe National Safety Council estimates 431 traffic fatalities will occur during the Christmas holiday period and 429 during the New Year’s holiday period in the United States this year. The… …



