Connect and Collaborate Events
The following events are taking place in conjunction with the NSC Safety Congress & Expo. Separate fee and pre-registration required for some of the events listed and noted. In addition breakout sessions and Professional Development Seminars not included.
NSC Fleet Safety Forum
Monday, Sept. 14
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
J.W. Marriott
A focused forum exploring the latest research, trends, and strategies in fleet and transportation safety, highlighting their critical role in advancing workplace safety across industries.
This forum is designed for safety professionals, fleet leaders, and transportation stakeholders seeking practical insights, emerging research, and best practices to strengthen fleet safety performance
Speakers:
- Telematics Research Update - Jay Vietas, Senior Director, Research, NSC
- Vehicle Selection & Safety - Ryan Pietzsch, Program Technical Consultant, Driver Safety, NSC
- Government Agency Update - Federal agency representatives (speaker to be announced)
- NSC Transportation Division Update - Jessica Pack, Member Special Interest Groups Manager, NSC
- Fleet Safety Benchmarking Study Update - Abby Ferri, Director, Networks, NSC
- Cannabis Classification & Impairment Impacts - Speaker to be announced
Green Cross Celebration
Presented by U. S. Steel
The Indiana Roof Ballroom
Monday, Sept. 14
5:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Enjoy a vibrant evening at one of the Midwest’s most iconic venues – the historic Indiana Roof Ballroom. This remarkable event raises funds to keep people safe from the workplace to anyplace while shining a spotlight on outstanding achievements in safety. There will be lively entertainment throughout the evening with a special Roaring 20’s flair, dinner and an engaging program.
Separate fee of $325 and pre-registration required.
Labor Division Fall Meeting
Monday, Sept. 14 - Thursday, Sept. 17See agenda for detailed information. All meetings held at the JW Marriott, unless noted on agenda. Rooms TBA
Connect with Union Safety Leaders this September
Join fellow union members, exchange ideas, and work together to address today’s most important workplace safety challenges. Whether you're leading safety efforts, supporting training, or just getting started, there’s something here for you.
- Be Part of the Conversation: Join committee meetings and caucus sessions to share ideas and learn how others are improving safety in their workplaces
- Learn What Matters: Hear from expert speakers covering real-world topics that impact union members and job site safety
- Connect with Others: Build relationships with fellow union members who care about protecting workers and strengthening their communities
- Registration for the Labor Division Fall Meeting includes:
- Labor Division education sessions & keynotes (6 sessions)
- NSC Safety Congress Expo Access Monday & Tuesday
- Labor Division Awards Lunch
- Labor Division Committee and Caucus Meetings Tuesday & Wednesday
- Labor Division Reception
Questions? Email: divisions@nsc.org.
Campbell Institute Executive Summit
Tuesday, Sept. 15
9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Indiana Convention Center
Join us for the Campbell Executive Summit, a premier session designed for executive-level attendees seeking to engage in strategic discussion and benchmarking on key safety topics. This interactive environment fosters collaboration and encourages the sharing of best and effective practices, ultimately enhancing safety standards across various sectors. Discussion topics will include safety as a value across cultures and pSIF data management.
Separate fee and pre-registration required.
NSC Training Impact Awards Celebration
Tuesday, Sept. 15
6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
J.W. Marriott
Join NSC as we thank those who save lives from workplace to anyplace.
The 2026 NSC Training Impact Award for Instructor of the Year honors instructors who consistently go beyond their daily responsibilities and demonstrate exceptional commitment to advancing lifesaving skills. These are individuals who build strong culture of safety and positively impacting their communities.
Award winners are chosen from the pool of active NSC-authorized instructors in the areas of First Aid, Driver Safety and Safety Training.
Separate fee and pre-registration required.
The Safety Innovation Challenge - hosted by the Safety Technology Pavilion
Wednesday, Sept. 16
10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
The Work to Zero initiative at the National Safety Council is focused on making innovation more accessible for employers and helping to fatality risks at work through the use of safety technology. The goal of the Work to Zero Safety Innovation Challenge is to spotlight emerging technologies designed to prevent serious workplace incidents and fatalities.
Run in collaboration with TechConnect, a division of Advanced Technology International, this year's Challenge aims to highlight innovative technologies that can identify, secure, and communicate hazardous energy risks in the workplace, to drive down rates of injuries and fatalities. Across a broad range of industries and occupations, workers rely on technologies to control hazardous energy, informally known as "Lockout, Tagout" or "LoTo". These technologies keep workers safe by preventing exposure to dangerous chemical, electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, pneumatic, or thermal energy sources.
HAZARDOUS ENERGY FACT
- Failing to properly lock out/tag out equipment was the third most frequently cited violation by OSHA in 2024 (1)
- An estimated 120 workers annually are killed by uncontrolled energy discharges (2)
- 50,000 workers annually are injured on the job by exposure to hazardous energy (3)
- On average, it takes a worker 24 days to recover from an accidental exposure to hazardous energy (4)
The Work to Zero initiative pursues its mission in partnership with McElhattan Foundation.
Safety Social Lounge - Expo Floor NEW
Step into the Safety Social Lounge - your go-to space to connect, recharge and engage with fellow safety professionals. Designed for meaningful conversations and fresh ideas, it's where networking meets inspiration. Grab a seat, share experiences, and build connections. The following meetups will take place in this area.
- First Time Attendee
- International
- ASC Earner Meetup (Private Event)
