Melissa J. Ruminski

Melissa J. Ruminski is editor of Safety+Health magazine and the National Safety Council's other periodicals including Family Safety & Health magazine and a variety of newsletters. [email protected]

Safety in the summer

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, July is, on average, the hottest month of the year in the United States.

Communication is key

We know that keeping workers engaged is a constant challenge for safety professionals.

Editor’s Note: Are you connecting?

The overall theme for Safety+Health's May 2026 issue is connecting – with workers, with executives and with other safety pros.

Editor’s Note: Be proactive on opioid overdose response

If your organization is a National Safety Council member, you’re probably aware of NSC’s advocacy surrounding the use of naloxone. Commonly known by the...
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Editor’s Note: Small strategies, big difference

It’s been too long since we covered this topic. In 2018, Associate Editor Kevin Druley spoke with experts about the multifaceted issue of autism and...

Welcome to the redesigned Safety+Health website!

Our new, more flexible platform makes it easier to find the content that’s important to you – and to discover something new. The expanded home...

Editor’s Note: Supporting the present and future of EHS

Every February, Safety+Health shines a spotlight on the CEOs Who “Get It” – the National Safety Council’s recognition of leaders who demonstrate a strong, personal commitment to supporting workplace safety and health efforts.

Editor’s Note: Under construction

By the time you read these words, the Safety+Health team will be well into our plans for the new year. Although our commitment to a print edition remains strong, one of those plans is a refreshed website.
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Editor’s Note: ‘A culture of preparedness’

When it comes to first aid readiness in the workplace, the National Safety Council truly practices what it preaches.

Editor’s Note: A great September

For me, September has a lot to look forward to: cooler temps, the first day of fall and, this year, the NSC Safety Congress & Expo.

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