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Occupational Safety and Health

January 2025 Newsletter

We’re back, refreshed, and ready to kick off 2025 with exciting updates, impactful events, and valuable resources for safety professionals like you. Here’s what we’ve been up to and what’s coming next!

Catch the Team Out in Action

  • PENTA’s 18th Annual Safety Kickoff 

    This January, Stephanie MacGilfrey (Mac) and Kyle Seppala will proudly represent UC San Diego’s OSHA Training Institute Education Center at all three Annual Safety Kickoffs:

    • California – Tuesday, January 21
    • Arizona – Friday, January 24
    • Nevada – Tuesday, January 28
      • *No registration necessary

  • USITT 65th Annual Conference & Expo

    Join the Stephanies (Spann and MacGilfrey) at the United States Institute for Theatre Technology, Inc. (USITT) Conference in Columbus March 5-8. Learn more and get your tickets here.

These events bring together safety leaders and industry professionals to exchange insights, explore innovations, and strategize for a safer and more productive year. If you're attending, don't miss the chance to stop by and say hello! Stay tuned as we continue to share the knowledge gained from this inspiring event.
 

Most Frequently Cited Serious Violations for FY2024

Get the latest data on OSHA’s Most Frequently Cited Serious Violations for FY2024, including insights into Construction, General Industry, and Maritime. These comprehensive decks are now available to help you identify compliance priorities and strengthen your safety practices.
 

Coming Soon!

  • Introduction to Event Safety

    We're bringing our foundational course, Introduction to Event Safety, to Ohio on March 3 and 4! This course is the perfect opportunity for event professionals in the region to kick start their journey toward earning the Event Safety Certificate. As we prepare to expand access to this essential training, keep an eye out for more details, including exact dates and locations.

  • 2025 Pacific Coast Safety Fest

    Mark your calendars for March 17-20—more details will be announced soon!

  • Outreach Trainer Forums Will Return in 2025

    We invite our outreach trainers to join us to meet the team and network with other safety professionals in your area. Look for dates in Phoenix and Las Vegas at the end of the month, dates and locations will be posted on our website under News and Events. We'll also be answering questions and providing resources to support your success. We hope to see you there!

  • Expanding Our Reach

    Our team is excited to connect with new communities as we visit additional states in our regional alignment. Updates are on the way!

Your Next Learning Opportunity Awaits
Upcoming Courses

*While these are just a few of our in-person offerings, we also have a wide range of courses available, including Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) options to fit your learning style and schedule. For a complete list of all our courses, visit our website: osha.ucsd.edu. We look forward to seeing you in the classroom—or online!