The field of safety, encompassing environmental health and safety (EHS), workplace safety, and more, is continuously evolving. Attending safety conferences is a great way to stay up-to-date with the latest developments, network with industry professionals, and gain valuable insights to enhance safety practices in your organization. In 2024, North America will host a diverse range of safety conferences that cater to various aspects of safety. To help you plan your calendar, we’ve compiled a list of the top 10 safety conferences to attend in 2024.
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Top 10 Safety Conferences
1. The Future of EHS
Date: February 20-22, 2024
Location Louisville, Kentucky
Formerly known as the Campbell Institute Symposium and Work to Zero Summit and Expo, The Future of EHS is a conference for forward-thinking in safety tech. It plays host to a range of educational sessions, workshops and panel discussions led by some of the top experts in the field. The sessions cover a variety of core and emerging topics in EHS, including the latest innovations in safety technology, achieving a zero-incident workplace and the future of occupational safety.
A specific highlight for attendees is the Safety Technology Pavilion which enables interactive demonstrations of emerging products and services, talks with experts about the latest trends and innovations, and best practices for implementing safety technology in the workplace.
2. Operations Maintenance and Safety Conference 2024
Date: February 21-23, 2024
Location: San Diego, California
The ACP Operations & Maintenance and Safety Conference is where the industry connects to recognize the unique challenges and identify solutions in health and safety, operations and maintenance, workforce training and development, and quality assurance.
3. Global ESC 2024
Date: March 19-21, 2024
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
Global Excavation Safety Conference was founded in 2003 to address the need for public awareness expertise and solutions for the underground utility industry. Infrastructure Resources LLC (IR) has been the owner and producer of this event since 2006. The event has helped transform the damage prevention industry by providing information and educational opportunities to help stakeholders employ best practices that lower the risk of damage while protecting workplaces, communities, the environment and people’s lives.
4. DEKRA Safety in Action Conference
Date: April 23-25, 2024
Location: Dallas, TX
DEKRA, a global leader in safety, will host the Safety in Action Conference this year in Dallas. The conference includes a one-day leadership summit and is the largest privately held front-line employee safety conference in the world.
5. National Safety Council Spring Safety Congress & Expo
Date: May 14-16, 2024
Location: Rosemont, Illinois
The National Safety Council Spring Safety Congress & Expo is a more compact edition of the annual National Safety Council Congress & Expo, designed for safety professionals to foster connections and explore the latest products and services. It presents an excellent platform for professional growth, featuring technical sessions, learning lab sessions and various other learning opportunities.
6. AIHA Connect (previously known as AIHce)
Date: May 20-22, 2024
Location: Columbus, Ohio
The American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) hosts AIHA Connect, focusing on industrial hygiene and occupational health and safety. It offers a wide range of educational sessions and opportunities to connect with experts in the field.
7. ASSP Safety Conference
Date: August 7-9, 2024
Location: Denver, Colorado
The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) Safety Conference offers a comprehensive array of educational sessions and workshops covering diverse safety topics. For EHS professionals seeking to augment their expertise and skills, this event is a paramount opportunity not to be missed. It will continue to connect you with industry expertise, a network of like-minded peers, and the latest innovations.
8. EHS Today Safety Leadership Conference
Date: August 25-27, 2024
Location: Aurora, Colorado
The Safety Leadership Conference focuses on enhancing leadership skills and creating a safety-oriented culture within organizations. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the role of leadership in workplace safety.
9. VPPPA Safety+ Symposium
Date: August 25-29, 2024
Location: Aurora, Colorado
The Voluntary Protection Programs Participants’ Association (VPPPA) Safety+ Symposium is designed for safety professionals in both private and public industries. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration and continuous improvement in safety.
10. National Safety Council Safety Congress & Expo
Date: September 13-19, 2024
Location: Orlando, Florida
The National Safety Council Congress & Expo is one of the world’s premier safety events, showcasing state-of-the-art technology, best practices, and invaluable insights for enhancing workplace safety. This event attracts more than 15,000 attendees and offers an outstanding chance to connect with and gain knowledge from top industry experts.
Other great conferences for 2024
1. WasteExpo
Date: May 6-9, 2024
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
WasteExpo has been offering state-of-the-art innovations in solid waste and recycling for more than 50 years. This conference places an emphasis on technology and innovation to tackle problems and find solutions including deep dives into recycling/landfill, fleet management/collection, organics, safety and food recovery.
2. Utility Safety Conference & Expo
Date: TBD
Location: TBD
The details for the 2024 conference are yet to be announced, but the 2023 schedule will give you a great idea of what to expect in 2024.
The 2023 iP Utility Safety Conference and Expo is happening currently (November 7-9) in San Diego, California. This event brings together leaders in the professional safety and operations space from across the nation. For three days, experience educational opportunities and professional networking. This event is great for utility safety and operations professionals striving toward new accomplishments and success within their organizations.
If you’re currently a Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP) professional, you can earn CUSP points towards recertification by attending this event. The CUSP is noted for being the only program that offers safety credentials to utilities, related contractors and communication providers.
3. Offshore Technology Conference 2024
Date: May 6-9, 2024
Location: Houston, Texas
For 2023 the theme was “Delivering the Future of Offshore Energy,” which brought together the technical and scientific knowledge from offshore oil and gas and energy game-changers to discuss offshore energy’s critical role in the energy transition and the opportunities for critical minerals, hydrogen, and carbon capture and storage, among other topics to drive the conversations centered around the innovations that could help shift the drive towards the world’s energy mix.
Final Thoughts on the Top Safety Conferences for 2024
Attending safety conferences in 2024 can significantly contribute to your professional development, help your organization maintain high safety standards and introduce you to the latest innovations to help with your current safety program. With these top 10 safety conferences, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, network, and stay informed about the latest safety trends and best practices. Whether you’re interested in EHS, workplace safety, heat safety, or other aspects of safety, there’s an event to cater to your needs.
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