VPP's Next Chapter: Safety Culture, Workers and 2027
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VPP's Next Chapter: Safety Culture, Workers and 2027
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VPPPA Executive Director Chris Williams joins the OH&S SafetyPod to look back at the 2026 VPPPA Safety+ Symposium and discuss what's ahead for the Voluntary Protection Programs and workplace safety.
Williams discusses renewed interest in VPP, efforts to expand participation and the growing importance of preparing the next generation of safety professionals. He also explores how frontline worker involvement has evolved, including giving employees a greater voice in developing safety policies, identifying hazards and finding solutions.
The conversation looks ahead to VPPPA's 2027 priorities, including expanded professional development, year-round online safety communities and efforts to bring more construction employers into the VPP model. Williams also discusses the role of AI and other technologies in safety programs, along with VPPPA's increasing focus on mental health and substance use in the workplace.