Editor's Note Archives - Safety+Health Magazine

Communication is key

Melissa J. Ruminski — Mon, 25 May 2026 05:00:28 +0000

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

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Editor’s Note: Are you connecting?

Melissa J. Ruminski — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:25:29 +0000

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

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Editor’s Note: Be proactive on opioid overdose response

Melissa J. Ruminski — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 05:14:21 +0000

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 brand name Narcan, the medication can quickly reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. A news brief featured in this month’s “In the News” section covers the reintroduction of the Workplace […]

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Editor’s Note: Small strategies, big difference

Melissa J. Ruminski — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 06:30:13 +0000

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 worker safety. In my Editor’s Note, I said it was a challenging article for Kevin to research and write, and that “when more becomes known,” we’d share it. Fast-forward to […]

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Welcome to the redesigned Safety+Health website!

Melissa J. Ruminski — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 17:39:49 +0000

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 page showcases the depth of our coverage: Daily news Feature articles Columns, expert advice and thought leadership Best practices and tips Survey results Safety products and services Webinars and podcasts […]

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

Melissa J. Ruminski — Sun, 25 Jan 2026 12:55:00 +0000

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.

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Editor’s Note: Warm and safe

S+H Staff — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000

Three years ago, I decided to move from the Midwest, where I’d lived my whole life, to a city in the Southeast.

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Editor’s Note: Under construction

Melissa J. Ruminski — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000

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’

Melissa J. Ruminski — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000

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

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Editor’s Note: Another way employers can show support

S+H Staff — Sun, 28 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0000

It takes a lot of courage to admit when we’re struggling – and to take steps to turn things around.

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