Safety is essential for every facility or worksite, and guidelines are evolving rapidly. It’s important for EHS professionals to stay in the loop on the latest in compliance, safety strategies, tools, and more. A great way to keep up with trends, connect with industry leaders, and gain insights into the HSE space is attending dedicated conferences. In preparation for the upcoming year, check out this list of the top safety conferences to attend in North America that can help professionals continue to optimize their programs and their workers’ safety.
Top 10 Safety Conferences
AGC Construction Safety & Health Conference (Winter)
Date: January 20-22, 2027
Location: San Diego, California
The Associated General Contractors of America (ACG) holds its national event for construction safety and health professionals each year. Attendees can expect access to experts in the industry, regulatory insights, a look into emerging solutions, and proven safety strategies. There are also opportunities for practical education and networking.
DEKRA Safety in Action Conference
Date: April 13-15, 2027
Location: Orlando, Florida
DEKRA’s annual Safety in Action Conference remains one of the largest events for front-line safety professionals. It features leadership sessions, hands-on demonstrations, and networking opportunities designed to strengthen safety culture and operational practices.
NSC Safety Summit
Date: April 21-22, 2027
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
This summit, hosted by the NSC, is a powerful forum where attendees will access high‑impact educational sessions, leadership insights, technology demos, and peer networks all within one setting. This event is smaller than the annual Congress & Expo but still provides great insights for safety professionals. This summit offers the chance to deepen your practice and drive change. It’s also another opportunity to earn continuing education credits in a smaller forum.
iP Utility Safety Conference & Expo
Date: May 4-6, 2027
Location: Orlando, Florida
Incident Prevention (iP) hosts this conference to provide education, insight, and knowledge to help organizations improve their safety programs in the utilities industry. It is also known for its exposure to the leading safety and operations minds from across the country.
AIHA Connect
Date: May 24-26, 2027
Location: Houston, Texas
AIHA Connect, hosted by the American Industrial Hygiene Association, provides comprehensive education and networking opportunities for safety professionals, with more than half of its member base being certified industrial hygienists (CIHs). AIHA demonstrates its commitment to helping industry professionals protect workers’ health more efficiently by hosting this conference to connect professionals with industry leaders, education, and safety innovations.
ASSP Safety 2027
Date: June 7-9, 2027
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) Safety Conference offers a variety of sessions covering traditional and emerging safety topics for anyone in the safety profession for any environmental health and safety (EHS) role and experience level. ASSP’s event is widely known for its commitment to bringing cutting-edge technologies and innovations to its attendees, winning the Trade Show Executive as a Fastest 50 recipient for growth in Fastest 50 – By Net Square Feet of Exhibit Space in 2026. This event provides premier educational and networking opportunities for those looking for solutions to their EHS challenges.
VPPPA Safety+ Symposium
Date: August 22-25, 2027
Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
This symposium is designed for safety professionals across industries who are committed to continuous improvement and collaborative safety practices. It emphasizes best practices, leadership, and employee engagement to drive measurable improvements in safety culture.
Global DPS (Damage Prevention Summit)
Date: August 31-September 2, 2027
Location: Nashville, Tennessee
DPS is a must-attend for professionals focused on excavation and utility safety. Hosted by ACTS (Aligning Change to Succeed), this event features industry experts, discussions on prevention strategies, collaborative problem-solving, and emerging best practices to reduce incidents in excavation and construction operations.
NSC Safety Congress & Expo
Date: September 27-29, 2027
Location: Anaheim, California
The National Safety Council’s (NSC) annual event hosts 12,000-15,000 attendees annually and continues to be the leading conference for safety professionals. This event showcases cutting-edge technology, networking, and educational opportunities. It’s also a great place to discuss the latest updates on regulatory standards. Visit an expo hall with more than 1,000 vendors to discover the latest products that help safety professionals optimize their safety programs. NSC’s highly rated educational opportunities can be a great way to earn continuing education credits. It’s a must-go event for unmatched networking opportunities and exposure to industry leaders.
American Foundry Society EHS Conference
Date: October 5-7, 202
Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
The American Foundry Society Environmental, Health, and Safety conference brings together experts and peers for education in workplace safety. Attendees will learn about best practices in environmental management in foundry safety. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about case studies, regulatory updates, and practical insights from speakers. The event is also known for its vendors who highlight cutting-edge innovations for efficiency in foundry safety.
Other Notable Safety Conferences in 2027
These events may not be as widely cited as the Top 10 and may not be directly focused on safety, but they provide valuable insights and exposure to specialized safety challenges in their sectors:
Offshore Technology Conference (OTC)
Date: May 3-5, 2027
Location: Houston, Texas
The Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) is a premier event for the global energy sector, bringing together professionals from oil, gas, wind, hydrogen, and other marine energy industries. Attendees can explore cutting-edge technologies, safety innovations, and environmental solutions while participating in technical sessions, workshops, and interactive exhibits. The conference addresses the unique safety challenges of offshore and marine operations, including high-risk environments, emergency preparedness, and new energy technologies.
AISTech: The Iron & Steel Technology Conference and Exposition
Date: May 3-5, 2027
Location: Nashville, Tennessee
The Association for Iron and Steel Technology’s conference is the largest of its kind in North America. With a focus on technology for the iron and steel sector, this event has a dedicated safety and health program put on by its Safety & Health Technology Committee. There are opportunities to connect with other professionals in the industry and learn about innovations, technologies, strategies, and best practices in the industry.
A+A Trade Fair and Congress
Date: October 19-22, 2027
Location: Düsseldorf, Germany
The A+A Trade Fair and Congress is a great opportunity for occupational health and safety professionals to discover the latest innovations in the field. Special events, including live formats, allow attendees to see demonstrations of the latest innovations and technologies that could help them with their safety programs. The event also offers educational sessions organized by the Federal Association for Occupational Safety and Health (Basi) and networking opportunities with field experts.
Final Thoughts
In 2027, safety professionals have a selection of events for education, networking, and staying ahead of emerging safety trends. Attending the right events can provide knowledge and insights that can strengthen both individual and organizational safety programs. Make the most of these learning opportunities by including both large national events and more niche or specialized gatherings.