American Society of Safety Professionals' Safety 2024 Conference & Expo Heads to Denver in August

ASSP’s annual event unites safety professionals from across the world.

  • By David Kopf, Robert Yaniz Jr.
  • Aug 01, 2024

They say two heads are better than one. To that end, imagine the potential workplace health and safety professionals have when they unite and exchange ideas. That’s the premise behind the industry’s most anticipated events, one of which is the American Society of Safety Professionals’ (ASSP) Safety 2024 Professional Development Conference and Exposition.

Celebrating its 63rd year, the event brings together safety experts and exhibitors from around the world to engage in educational and networking opportunities. Safety 2024 takes place from August 7 to 9, 2024, at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver. But in the lead-up to this annual event, let’s take a closer look at the sessions, expo highlights and networking opportunities attendees can expect.


Educational Sessions at Safety 2024

Featuring over 200 continuing education sessions, Safety 2024 highlights best practices, industry trends and the latest innovations in safety products. The heart of the conference lies in its continuing education sessions, designed to provide safety and health professionals with practical, actionable information they can immediately apply within their organizations. These one-hour sessions are led by safety experts who bring real-world experience to the table, ensuring the content is relevant and impactful.

Participants can look forward to a wide range of sessions, with topics including risk management, workplace violence, artificial intelligence, safety and health management systems, infectious disease exposure, heat stress, ergonomic assessments, emergency preparedness, prevention through design, fall protection and the safety aspects of diversity, equity and inclusion. This diversity of subjects ensures that every attendee can find sessions that meet their specific needs and interests.

ASSP's annual conference attracts thousands of safety and health professionals from around the globe. These professionals attend not only to advance their careers through knowledge acquisition but also to leverage the networking opportunities that can significantly enhance safety practices at their companies. Though the event offers educational sessions, expert insights and networking opportunities galore, the sessions are particularly popular, offering inspiration, entertainment and valuable insights.

Moreover, attendees of Safety 2024 can earn 1.5 continuing education units (CEUs), contributing to their professional development and career advancement. This opportunity to gain CEUs underscores the conference's commitment to fostering continuous improvement and excellence in the field of occupational safety and health. Safety 2024 promises to be a key opportunity for safety professionals looking to enhance their skills and knowledge.


This article originally appeared in the July/August 2024 issue of Occupational Health & Safety.

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