The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) published an article highlighting key takeaways from its recent executive panel on why a collective voice for safety is critical in influencing policy, practice, and perception during times of change.
Moderated by Pam Walaski, ASSP’s immediate past president, panelists included CEO Jennifer McNelly of ASSP; CEO David Long of the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA); and executive director Chris Williams of the Voluntary Protection Programs Participants’ Association (VPPPA). They highlighted how collaboration and a unified safety voice from many organizations nationwide are essential to advancing modern occupational safety and health.
The session also focused on the work of the Intersociety Forum (ISF), a coalition of nonprofit occupational safety and health organizations that issued a set of core principles to align safety leaders across sectors. The principles promote innovation, worker empowerment, and strategic leadership, with a focus on:
“In times of change, it’s our responsibility as safety leaders to step in, educate stakeholders, and fill the gaps,” McNelly said. “Safety is non-partisan and the core principles represent our strong alignment around science, systems, and people. It’s our competitive edge.” Access more via ASSP’s website.
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