Live From NSC Safety Congress & Expo 2022 Starts Next Week
OH&S will bring your daily coverage of the congress and expo from the showroom floor.
Sep 13, 2022
NSC Safety Congress & Expo 2022 is less than a week away! During the show from Sept. 19 to 21, 2022, the OH&S team will bring you coverage with Live From.
Our Live From page contains social media content from the conference and expo floor. OH&S editors will be posting about the show regularly on all channels. Live From features all of the posts in one place for an easy and convenient review.
Readers can follow the action from NSC Safety Congress & Expo 2022 by visiting ohsonline.com and clicking the "Live From NSC 2022" button at the top of the page. The Live From NSC 2022 social zone will update consistently with coverage from multiple social media feeds, including Twitter and Facebook.
The live coverage will also include content from our sponsors Columbia Southern University, Industrial Scientific, MAPA Professional and Wrangler before, during and after the show.
Columbia Southern University (CSU) will be on the expo floor to answer all your education questions. At booth #3523, CSU can talk about safety degrees, programs, continuing education options and more available at the university.
Industrial Scientific will be at booth #4135. The company will be offering in-booth demonstrations of single, multi and area gas monitors, iNet Now live monitoring software and SAFER One dynamic plume modeling software. Guests can also register for exclusive consultations with Industrial Scientific gas detection experts. Catch the Industrial Scientific + Intelex Speaking session called “Going from Good to Great: Transforming Safety Performance with Technology” on Sept. 19 from 4-5 p.m.
MAPA Professional has solutions for your hand protection needs. Make sure to visit MAPA Professional at booth #2921. Learn more about the new Ultrane 681, Krytech 692 and Krytech 694 gloves. If you show that you follow MAPA Professional on LinkedIn, you can be entered to win an AirPods Pro. The drawing will be held on the last day.
Want to learn about protective and flame-resistant apparel? Stop by Wrangler booth #3531. Wrangler has numerous cuts and styles of jeans that can keep you and your workers safe on the job. Wrangler also offers flame-resistant shirts and hoodies. Visit the Wrangler booth to learn more.
For more information, visit ohsonline.com/live and follow the #NSCExpo hashtag for coverage of this year’s event.
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Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health to Speak at NSC Congress & Expo 2022
Doug Parker will provide updates on OSHA and speak on a DE&I panel.
By Alex SaurmanSep 13, 2022
There are so many sessions to catch at NSC Safety Congress & Expo 2022. Mark your calendars for two special sessions from the Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health Doug Parker.
On Tuesday, September 20, Parker will talk at the occupational keynote from 8-9:30 a.m. He will discuss updates within OSHA and what’s to come in the future for the agency.
Later that day, Parker will be on the panel for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I). Members of the panel will talk about DE&I and worker health and safety. Parker will talk alongside other panelists such NSC President & CEO Lorraine Martin and National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Director Dr. John Howard, MD, JD, MPH. Be sure to mark your calendars for this session from 10-11:30 a.m.
Looking for other sessions to attend? Read our recent article on three must-see sessions at NSC’s Safety Congress & Expo 2022.
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Alex Saurman is the Content Editor for Occupational Health & Safety.
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NSC Safety Congress & Expo 2022: What to See and Do in San Diego
This year’s congress and expo will be held at the San Diego Conference Center.
By Alex SaurmanSep 13, 2022
The NSC Safety Congress & Expo 2022 will take place from Monday, Sept. 19 to Wednesday, Sept. 21 at the San Diego Conference Center, 111 W. Harbor Dr., San Diego, CA 92101.
San Diego Attractions
There’s so much to see and do before and after the show. San Diego has something for everyone, from sandy beaches to delicious food to great shopping.
The USS Midway Museum is only a mile walk from the Convention Center. Tour the “longest-serving U.S. Navy aircraft carrier of the 20th century” and get access to 60 locations, according to sandiego.org. The Museum is open every day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with the last admission at 4 p.m.
San Diego brags many beautiful beaches that offer different coastal attractions. La Jolla, known as the “the jewel,” has a variety of site-seeing options, like the 300-foot cliffs. Beachgoers can also swim at the La Jolla Shores. Coronado Beach was voted one of the best beaches in the US by TripAdvisor, according to sandiego.org. Guests can enjoy the beach along with the shops and restaurants available nearby. Pacific Beach offers boardwalks, swimming areas and a beach for surfing.
For meal options, look no further than Little Italy and the Gaslamp Quarter. Little Italy is only one and a half miles from the convention center and has options for everyone. Founded in the 1920s, Little Italy features a wide range of restaurants, from those owned by chefs from Top Chef to an Italian deli to breweries. You can also spend time visiting the local boutiques and art galleries. The Gaslamp Quarter is a great location for food and entertainment. After a delicious meal at any of the restaurants, entertainment is just steps away. Gaslamp offers cigar and rooftop lounges, comedy shows, live music and more.
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Live From NSC Congress & Expo 2022 Preview
The "Live From" page features an aggregated account of show activity, as well as live multimedia reporting from the show floor.
By Sydny ShepardSep 06, 2022
This year at the National Safety Council’s Congress & Expo, whether you are attending the show in San Diego or not, you will be able to receive an exclusive look at what is on the show floor from the perspective of our Occupational Health & Safety staff. Our Live From NSC webpage will feature aggregated social media from personalities and brands at the show as well as live multimedia coverage from the show floor.
By visiting ohsonline.com and clicking on the "LIVE FROM NSC" banner at the top, readers can catch a live glimpse of the goings-on in San Diego for this year's conference. The page constantly updates a number of social media feeds, such as Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
Exclusive coverage at NSC by the OH&S staff will showcase new product demonstrations and interviews with Columbia Southern University, Wrangler, MAPA and Industrial Scientific.
For more information, visit ohsonline.com/live and follow the hashtag #NSCExpo for information about this year's show.
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NSC Updates On-Site Health & Safety Guidelines for 2022 Congress & Expo
The National Safety Council is excited to welcome professionals to San Diego with safety in mind.
By Sydny ShepardSep 06, 2022
Safety professionals will arrive in San Diego, California on September 16 through 22 for the National Safety Council’s Safety Congress & Expo at the San Diego Convention Center. The Council is excited to welcome professionals back for an in-person conference but is putting safety in health at the forefront of every decision.
According to an updated webpage on July 29, 2022, the council will be asking registrants to agree to a COVID-19 protocol. Professionals will need to adhere to the following, stating they are:
Not currently experiencing symptoms consistent with COVID-19 nor tested positive for COVID-19 in the last 10 days
Up-to-date on COVID-19 vaccinations or have tested negative for COVID-19 within the last 24 hours
Not aware of any close contact with someone who has COVID-19 within the last two days
Not currently isolating or quarantining because of exposure to someone who may have had COVID-19
The Council has suggested that face coverings are recommended but they are not required to enter into the expo or any of the classroom settings at this time.
In addition to the protocols listed above the Council will ensure that there are enhanced ventilation practices, regular cleaning protocols, safe distancing practices and limited room occupancies.
If you are unable to travel to San Diego for the Safety Congress & Expo you can follow OH&S’ online coverage at ohsonline.com/live or access NSC’s online resources at congress.nsc.org.
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Three Must-See Sessions at NSC’s Safety Congress & Expo 2022
With more than 100 technical sessions, NSC Congress & Expo has much education to bring to safety professionals. Which sessions should you choose?
By Sydny ShepardSep 06, 2022
The National Safety Council is excited to host safety professionals in San Diego for their annual Safety Congress and expo on September 16 – 22. The conference has traditionally brought many educational sessions to safety professionals, so they can earn their Continuing Education Credits but it isn’t always easy deciding which ones you should attend.
Occupational Health & Safety has combed through the NSC Safety Congress and Expo program and determined that these three sessions should be considered must-sees in San Diego.
"Knock. Knock. Who’s There? Inspector.” A Guide to Permanent Inspection Readiness
Monday, September 19 | Room 32 A
Speakers:
Andrew Paynter, Safety Health & Environement Manager, AECOM
Einer Peters, HSE Sr. Manager, CBRE
Matthew Botzler, Regional EHS Manager Americas, Johnson Matthey
In this session, speakers will review the auditing process, discuss what you’ll need to establish successful corporate programs and provide examples of effective internal “inspection readiness” structures. As leaders within our organizations, we can either run for the hills or establish programs to better enable our teams to feel confident and be permanently “inspection ready.”
OSHA’s Top Ten Violations
Tuesday, September 20 | Ballroom 20AD
Speakers:
Kevin Druley, National Safety Council
Patrick Kapust, Acting Director, OSHA Directorate of Enforcement Programs
As always, Patrick Kapust will be back to announce OSHA’s Top 10 Most Frequently Cited Standards at the NSC Congress & Expo. To stay up-to-date on all things OSHA, this is a must see session.
Address the Stress: Mental Health for You and Your Teams
Wednesday, September 21 | Room 30 E
Speakers:
Amanda Kime, Director of Safety Services, Associated General Contractors of Washington
Shannon Couch, Sr. SH&E Manager West, AECOM
In this session, you’ll learn about recent research and review a mental health best practices guide that’s aimed at construction employers but has tenets that apply to all industries. We’ll dive into some healthy coping and resilience techniques for both you and your team. You’ll be provided with a wealth of free and open-source resource material for starting or advancing a plan to address mental health in your workplace.
Are these sessions on your list for the conference?
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VPPPA Continues Education, Networking Opportunities Through Future Events
Safety+ Symposium is over, but there are VPPPA events and resources to look forward to.
By Alex SaurmanAug 30, 2022
VPPPA’s Safety+ Symposium 2022 has wrapped up. Although the conference held in Washington D.C. this year is over, there are many more future VPPPA events and resources to look forward to.
VPPPA has many great resources on their website and plans to have more in the future. The organization will launch a learning management system later this year, VPPPA Chairman of the Board Terry Schulte said. In the beginning of next year, VPPPA will host a virtual summit, Next Level Safety.
If you're looking for in-person resources and ways to connect, reach out to your local VPPPA region. Each region in the country hosts its own local safety conference every year. Next year, the conferences will take place between March and June. These conferences have included vendors, events, presentations and more in the past. To learn more about the conference in your area, visit VPPPA.org.
Next year’s Safety+ Symposium will be held in Orlando, Florida. To learn more about the event, visit ohsonline.com.
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Alex Saurman is the Content Editor for Occupational Health & Safety.
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VPPPA Safety+ Symposium 2023 is Headed to Orlando, Florida
VPPPA has announced its latest location for their annual event.
By Sydny ShepardAug 30, 2022
Following a successful event in Washington D.C., the Voluntary Protection Programs Participants’ Association is eyeing Orlando, Florida as the location of their 2023 Safety+ Symposium.
The Symposium, which will take place at Orlando World Center Marriott, is a national educational event for VPP worksites to achieve and maintain safety and health excellence. Safety+ offers VPP participants the opportunity to engage with fellow attendees to exchange ideas, gain new perspectives, and grow professionally.
When talking about next year’s event, Chairman of the Board Terry Schulte said that he’d “love to see as many of our community and those that would like to be part of our community join us” as there will be many opportunities to connect with OSHA officials.
So mark your calendars for next year September 18 through the 20th. Keep an eye on vpppa.org for more information.
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VPPPA Safety+ Symposium Begins This Week
Safety+ Symposium takes places in Washington DC from August 23 to 25.
By Alex SaurmanAug 23, 2022
This week is the VPPPA Safety+ Symposium in Washington DC! This three-day event will bring safety professionals from around the country together to learn from each other and network.
People from all industries and levels have gathered for the symposium. “We do a lot of what I would call company-to-company, peer-to-peer networking,” VPPPA Chairman of the Board Terry Schulte said. “It’s not uncommon for us to have the CEO and the frontline worker talking or sharing a presentation together."
From sessions to workshops, there are many learning opportunities at Safety+ Symposium. Attendees can learn about new regulations, requirements and OSHA programs and learn from OSHA professionals and VPP state managers, Schulte said. For first-time attendees, there’s even a special track to learn everything about VPPPA.
People also have the opportunity to network and meet other safety professionals during and after the event.
“Ultimately, if you're a member, regardless of what industry or what level of the organization you are at, if you can meet, network, learn and take back, one, two, three, four or five pieces of information that you can implement right away to improve your site, we call that a success,” Schulte said.
To learn more about the VPPPA Safety+ Symposium, visit vpppa.org/events/safety-symposium.
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Alex Saurman is the Content Editor for Occupational Health & Safety.
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Chief Financial Officer of the U.S. Secret Service to Speak at VPPPA Safety+ Symposium
Gwendolyn Sykes will talk at the Closing General Session on August 25.
By Alex SaurmanAug 23, 2022
VPPPA will host its Safety+ Symposium this week in Washington D.C. from August 23 to 25. On the last day, the Chief Financial Officer of the U.S. Secret Service Gwendolyn Sykes will speak at the Closing General Session.
Sykes has over 10 years of experience working with the secret service. As the CFO, Sykes handles the “execution, development and stewardship of the Secret Service’s resources,” according to VPPPA, and leads the financial team. Before working for the Secret Service, Sykes was “nominated by the President of the United States” to serve as the CFO for NASA, the first American American female in this role, VPPPA said.
During the session on Thursday, August 25 from 3:45 to 4:30 p.m., Sykes will talk about “leadership and cultural realignment in the face of crisis.” She will discuss what it was like to work at the Pentagon when 9/11 occurred, “at NASA during the space shuttle Columbia disaster” in 2003 and for the secret service, according to VPPPA.
To learn more about the VPPPA Safety+ Symposium, visit vpppa.org/events/safety-symposium.
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Alex Saurman is the Content Editor for Occupational Health & Safety.
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