The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) recently announced that it has signed a 10-year memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers that aims to improve employee safety training.

The agreement defines shared principles and aims to advance occupational health practices, expanding the use of safety and health management systems. Additionally, the two organizations will collaborate on developing voluntary national consensus standards.

“We share a strong commitment to workplace safety and health, so sharing our knowledge and expertise makes good sense,” said ASSP president Pam Walaski. “This collaboration will leverage strengths, elevate the voice of our profession, and improve safety standards to reduce illnesses, injuries, and fatalities.”

“Our mutual interests in enhancing the well-being of workers across the country create valuable opportunities to work together,” said Mark Atkins, USACE’s chief of occupational safety and health. “These shared principles can hopefully serve as a foundation for improving policies and processes that will ultimately save lives.”

The MOU was announced during the Safety 2024 Professional Development Conference and Exposition at the Colorado Convention Center in August. Read more on ASSP’s news page.