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VPPPA is excited to announce a new partnership with Catamount Consulting and the launch of Feel Good Fridays, a practical ergonomics and injury-prevention series for safety professionals and the workers they serve.
The series will be led by Dr. Alicia Turner, a physical therapist specializing in ergonomics and injury prevention.
Each Feel Good Friday series will make ergonomics practical through useful information, simple movements, and workplace strategies aimed at prevention. The goal is to stop problems before they start and help workers build safer habits before pain, fatigue, or injury develop.
Our first topic is Finding Your Footing: Balance at Work.
Over the next several weeks, we’ll explore:
• Total worker wellness
• Balance and slips, trips, and falls
• Knowing where you stand
• Balance considerations for an aging workforce
Follow along each Friday as we look at small, practical ways to support safer movement and stronger prevention at work.
ALT This image is a promotional graphic for Catamount Consulting featuring Dr. Alicia Turner, an ergonomics and injury prevention specialist. The text highlights her role in leading "Feel Good Fridays," a program aimed at sharing practical, prevention-focused strategies for safety professionals.
ALT Promotional image for "Finding Your Footing" by Catamount Consulting. Features text about a series on balance, prevention, and safer workplace movement, including topics like total worker wellness and aging workforce considerations. Includes silhouette image of a person stepping on stones.
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VPPPA's 2026 Safety Symposium is less than 80 days away! Learn best practices in occupational health and safety. Join us in Nashville, TN August 29th-September 2nd for work AND play.
VPPPA's Safety features networking and learning opportunities alongside live music, drinks, and food at the famous Whiskey River Saloon on September 1st.
Learn more: safety.vpppa.org/
ALT The image is a promotional poster for VPPPA's 2026 Safety event. It highlights that the event gathers over 2,000 safety practitioners and solution providers. Nearby amenities listed include dining options, coffee shops, a golf course, a fitness center, and more. The event is scheduled for August 30 to September 2, 2026, at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, TN. The bottom section provides a "Register Now!" button and the website safety.vpppa.org.
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QUIZ: Dashboard Warning Lights
What's your car telling you? When a light appears on your dashboard, do you know what it means? This week for National Safety Month highlights the importance of staying safe on the road, and understanding warning lights helps you stay up to date on vehicle maintenance.
Take this quiz to find out how much you know about vehicle warning lights: safetyandhealthmagazine.com/…
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BLOG: Priority or Core Value—What's the Difference?
"So, what's the difference? Priority, core value—isn't it just semantics as long as you have that commitment to worker safety and world-class performance?
When it comes to workplace safety and health, the answer is... on the surface, yes. But, when you dig deeper, there is a difference. A big one."
Read more: vpppa.org/blog/priority-or-c…
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Take a journey with us!
Our Journey Toward Safety Excellence program provides mentoring support, analysis, and resources to help workplaces achieve safety and health excellence. The Journey is designed to support any company, site, or organization looking to enhance their safety and health programs.
Whether you're aiming for VPP or just wanting to improve your current safety and health processes, the Journey Toward Safety Excellence has a path for you.
Learn more: vpppa.org/journeys/
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June is National Safety Month! This year marks 30 years of this nationwide effort, empasizing #workplacesafety and personal safety. Here are this year's focus topics:
Week 1 (June 1-6): Moving Safety Forward
Week 2 (June 7-13): Staying Safe on the Roads
Week 3 (June 14-20): Promoting Holistic Worker Health
Week 4 (June 21-30): Preventing Slips, Trips, and Falls
Learn more about National Safety Month: nsc.org/workplace/national-s…
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Join George Cole, Instructor and Electrical Safety Consultant for a FREE webinar on Thursday, May 28 2:00-3:15 EDT.
"National Electrical Safety Month - What Does it Mean to You?" provides real-world safety insights with practical ways to prevent electrical hazards.
Register today: vpppa.atlasams.com/events/El…
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Tomorrow is the final day to submit an application for a VPPPA award/scholarship!
Know a student who is a dedicated leader? Know a colleague who is dedicated to safety excellence? Help us recognize them!
Submit an application: vpppa.org/membership/awards-…
ALT Image of a graduation cap surrounded by confetti. The text reads: "Tomorrow is your last chance to apply for VPPPA awards/scholarships. Submission deadline: May 22nd." The VPPPA logo is in the top right corner.
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This Friday is the deadline to submit a VPPPA Scholarship!
The William "Sully" Sullivan Scholarship recognizes an employee at a VPPPA Full member site who has made significant contributions to the VPP program at his/her site. This scholarship is open to employees enrolled in a vocational school, college, or university.
Apply today: bit.ly/4wsWVMt
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One week remaining to apply for a VPPPA Scholarship!
The Stephen Brown scholarship recognizes students who are pursuing a degree in the trades. The right student for this scholarship is a leader and role model in their school and community.
Apply today: bit.ly/4nPVm7v
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Today is the LAST DAY to sign up for #safetyplus2026 before the early bird rate ends. Save $100 on your registration by booking today.
safety.vpppa.org/registratio…
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Region VI VPPPA's 2026 Annual Safety & Health Conferences registration extended to tomorrow, May 13.
Book today: regionvivpp.org/conference/a…
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Only TWO WEEKS LEFT to apply for a VPPPA Scholarship!
The VPPPA Sergeant Safety Scholarship recognizes students who are involved with the Department of War (formerly Defense) or contractor. Applicants must be pursuing a degree in safety, health, and environmental areas. Students can be either full-time or part-time.
Apply for a Sergeant Safety Scholarship: bit.ly/4tmQ1W0
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Just a little over two weeks left to apply for a VPPPA Scholarship!
The VPPPA June Brothers Scholarship recognizes students who are leaders and role models in their schools and communities. Applicants must be entering the safety, health, and environmental field.
Apply for a June Brothers Scholarship: bit.ly/4ewY139
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One week until Early Bird pricing ends! Take your safety culture to the next level at VPPPA's 2026 Safety in Nashville, TN.
Save $100 on your registration by booking today: bit.ly/41U1jWM
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May the 4th be with you, and may your work sites be safer than a Geonosis Droid Factory!
How many safety violations can you spot in this clip?
#maythe4thbewithyou
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Congratulations and a warm welcome to the new class of SGEs sworn in by Regional Administrator Mike Rivera at the VPPPA Region III Conference!
Interested in becoming an SGE? Visit our Regional Conference page to fine the next SGE course nearest to you: vpppa.org/about/regions/
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Join Region X in Boise, Idaho for the Northwest Safety & Health Summit! Tuesday, May 19, there will be a VPP Application Workshop, covering VPP elements, requirements, and best practices to help build a strong application.
Find more information & register here: bit.ly/4n21JUE
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