In the Newsroom - National Safety Council

New Analysis: Employers Can Save Average of $8,500 for Supporting Each Employee in Recovery from Substance Use Disorder

NSC and NORC at the University of Chicago overhaul tool to help employers understand the true price of substance misuse among employees

December 02, 2020

Workplace

Florida Chamber Safety Council Becomes Florida Chapter of the National Safety Council

By joining forces, Florida employers gain access to resources, training and offerings from the nation’s leading safety advocate, while making Florida safer, healthier and more sustainable,

November 30, 2020

Workplace

NSC Applauds President-Elect Biden for Adding Occupational Safety Expert to COVID-19 Advisory Board

Employers play a pivotal role in curbing the spread of the virus.

November 30, 2020

Transportation

NSC Estimates 485 Fatalities May Occur on Roadways During Thanksgiving Holiday Period

It could be deadliest Thanksgiving since 2008 – but defensive driving can save lives.

November 19, 2020

Workplace

NSC Statement on President-Elect Biden’s COVID-19 Task Force

Having a workplace safety voice at the table alongside medical and health professionals is critical.

November 17, 2020

Transportation

NSC Names Mark Chung VP of Roadway Safety

Former SAE International exec brings more than two decades of leadership experience in automotive business industry.

November 10, 2020

Workplace

NSC Acquires ORC HSE Strategies LLC to Enhance Workplace Safety

NSC acquires ORC HSE Strategies, LLC.

November 02, 2020

News

DOJ Reaches $8 Billion Settlement with Purdue Pharma

Funds should be directed to evidence-based countermeasures included in the NSC National Plan to Address Opioid Misuse.

October 26, 2020

News

NSC Presents Inaugural Lorraine Pack Memorial Scholarship to D’Andrea Prim

Award will go to help Ms. Prim in her efforts to pursue a degree in safety – an industry where women are underrepresented.

October 20, 2020

News

NSC Renews Support of Proposed Drug Treatment and Rehabilitation Center in Itasca, Illinois

Treatment centers and those overcoming addiction can lift up their communities.

October 14, 2020

Transportation

Survey: Drivers More Likely to Wear Mask Than Drive Without Using Cell Phone

During Distracted Driving Awareness Month, NSC and TRUCE find far too many risky behaviors – and an unwillingness to let them go.

October 06, 2020

Workplace

NSC Announces 2020 Class of Rising Stars of Safety

Thirty-two young professionals awarded for outstanding dedication to safety in the workplace.

October 05, 2020