Wisconsin Safety Council

Last week, WSC's Aaron Huebner taught an OSHA 30-Hr Voluntary Course for General Industry to a group of 12 safety professionals.

This four-day course, intended for supervisors or workers with some safety responsibility, helps leaders recognize how workplace conditions—from physical risks to operational pressures—can impact overall worker health.

Interested in taking a course with us? See our upcoming training calendar: https://www.wisafetycouncil.org/events-calendar/

Do you have industry insights or success stories to share?

We're now accepting speaker proposals for our 2027 Annual Conference, the state's premier event for workplace safety, health, and human resources professionals.

🎤 Wisconsin Safety Council Annual Conference
📅 April 12-14, 2027
📍 Kalahari Resort, Wisconsin Dells

We're seeking engaging speakers who can deliver practical, actionable content on safety-related topics. If you have expertise to share, submit a proposal by Friday, September 25 to help educate industry professionals from across the Midwest. 🔗 https://s36.a2zinc.net/clients/wisafetycouncil/2027annualconference/Public/MyBriefcase.aspx?From=CallForPapers&FromID=113

Wisconsin Safety Council is the only organization in the state to provide National Safety Council's Fundamental and Advanced Safety Certificates. The nationally-recognized curriculum is based on proven best practices that builds upon current knowledge, sharpens leadership skills and provides an in-depth look at everyday safety issues.

Learn more: https://www.wisafetycouncil.org/recognition/certificate-programs/

We wish you a safe and happy Fourth of July and America 250!

Elevate your impact with our Safety Training Methods course. You'll walk away with practical tools and techniques to help move beyond lectures and create training for your team that sticks.
➡️July 13-16 | in-person & virtual | 2.60 CEUs
🔗https://www.wisafetycouncil.org/events/safety-training-methods/

As we conclude National Safety Month , we want to re-emphasize that safety is not a one-time effort each June – it’s an encompassing mindset that shifts priorities and builds habits.

The most valuable assets at every workplace across Wisconsin are the team members themselves. Every individual is worth protection, care, and safe practices.

Week 4 of National Safety Month highlights one of the most common and preventable workplace hazards: Slips, Trips, and Falls.

These incidents are a leading cause of workplace injuries and can impact productivity and be costly for employers. Even a minor fall can lead to long-term health issues.

Learn more, including tips on how to prevent Slips, Trips, and Falls: https://www.wisafetycouncil.org/uncategorized/slips-trips-falls-national-safety-month-2026-week-4/

Safety in the workplace is about more than preventing physical injuries—it’s also about protecting and supporting employees’ mental and emotional health. In the third week of National Safety Month, the focus turns to Promoting Holistic Worker Health.

Taking a holistic approach to worker health helps organizations build stronger, more resilient teams. When employees feel supported physically, mentally, and emotionally, they are better equipped to perform their jobs safely and effectively. This reduces risk, strengthens engagement, and fosters a culture where employees can truly thrive.

Read more, including key actions employees and employers can take to promote holistic safety and health: https://www.wisafetycouncil.org/uncategorized/promoting-holistic-worker-health-national-safety-month-2026-week-3/

: Roadway incidents are the leading cause of work-related deaths, with 1,146 fatalities in 2024 and over 76,000 serious injury cases reported across 2023–2024.

For the second week of National Safety Month , we’re focusing on Staying Safe on the Roads.

Every driver plays a role in protecting not only themselves but also passengers, pedestrians, and others on the road. We encourage you to take time to consider your driving habits and how you can better prioritize safety on the roads. By staying alert, prepared, and responsible, we can all help move safety forward—mile after mile.

Read more: https://www.wisafetycouncil.org/national-safety-month/staying-safe-on-the-roads-national-safety-month-2026-week-2/

This first week of National Safety Month, we’re focused on “Moving Safety Forward” - taking proactive steps to strengthen awareness, accountability, and engagement at every level of your organization.

Safety isn’t static; it evolves with our workplaces, technologies, teams, and needs. Moving Safety Forward means going beyond just compliance; it means continuously improving so we can ensure Wisconsin is the safest place to live, work, and play.

For eight practical tips to share with your team, visit: https://www.wisafetycouncil.org/national-safety-month/moving-safety-forward-national-safety-month-2026-week-1/