September 2026 Government Affairs Update
Prepare early. Practice regularly. Perform when it counts.
Federal:
- Emergency Action Plans – 29 CFR 1910.38 (eCFR): https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-29/part-1910/section-1910.38
- Fire Prevention Plans – 29 CFR 1910.39 (eCFR): https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-29/part-1910/section-1910.39
Department of Homeland Security – Make a Plan (Ready.gov) [A simple tool to help your family plan ahead]
- Make a Plan: https://www.ready.gov/plan
Central resource for California Fire Code updates across all occupancies (commercial, residential, industrial
State:
CAL FIRE / OSFM – California Fire Code & Code Development
- Code Development & Analysis (OSFM): https://osfm.fire.ca.gov/divisions/code-development-and-analysis/
Help Us Build Our Job Board
We’re reaching out to the ASSP community with an exciting opportunity to support one another. If you’re aware of any EHS or safety-related job openings—whether at your own organization or elsewhere—we’d love to hear about them.
You can help connect talent with opportunity by sending job details to rosshfrench@gmail.com with the subject line “ASSP Job Openings.”
Please include the position title, company, location, key qualifications, and application contact information. We’ll review submissions and post opportunities to our network, helping to strengthen connections across our community while supporting members in their career growth. Thanks for being part of this effort!
Sincerely,
Ross French
ASSP GSJC
Jobs Chair
Building Momentum: Upcoming Changes and Continued Success at the Greater San Jose Chapter of ASSP
The Greater San Jose Chapter of the ASSP continues to demonstrate strong leadership, innovation, and member‑driven progress as we move forward in 2026. Over the past year, the chapter has focused on strengthening governance, expanding engagement opportunities, and modernizing how we connect with our members—efforts that position us well for sustained success.
Read MoreAdvancing Our Chapter: What’s New at ASSP Greater San Jose
The Greater San Jose Chapter of ASSP continues to build on a strong foundation of leadership, innovation, and member engagement as we move through 2026. Recent updates reflect our commitment to transparency, professional development, and well‑being within the safety community.
Our website now features expanded resources, including a new WISE Mentoring hub, an Advisory Group section highlighting representative initiatives, and ongoing Psychological Safety updates aligned with ISO 14003. Together with a newly elected leadership team and engaging upcoming events, these enhancements position our chapter for continued success and meaningful connection.
Stay connected and explore what’s ahead.