Region I PDC – Call for Speakers and Proposal Deadline September 11, 2025

“Safe Work, Strong Voices: Women Innovating Health & Safety Solutions”
January 20, 2026 | Doubletree by Hilton Pleasanton Club | Pleasanton, California

Empowering Women. Advancing Safety. Inspiring Innovation.

Are you a safety professional with insights to share? We’re looking for dynamic speakers to present at the ASSP Region I Conference “Safe Work, Strong Voices: Women Innovating Health & Safety Solutions”, a premier event focused on elevating women in safety and shaping the future of workplace health and safety.

Conference Program Objectives

“Safe Work, Strong Voices: Women Innovating Health & Safety Solutions” will provide a dynamic forum for women in the occupational safety and health (OSH) profession to:

Empower and amplify women’s voices in shaping the future of workplace safety.
Promote innovation in safety and health through the exploration of emerging technologies and forward-thinking strategies.
Elevate awareness of mental health as a critical component of workplace well-being.
Foster meaningful networking and collaboration among women in the safety profession.
Advance gender equity by supporting inclusive leadership and equal opportunities within the OSH field.

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San Jose Greenwaste Tour

Thanks to all that attended the San Jose Greenwaste Facility Tour.

Below are some attendee feedback and a group picture from the site tour.

“I really enjoyed the tour. The level of effort from the machinery and employees to get all waste properly categorized and separated was enlightening. Seeing that San Jose Green Waste Facility is integrating autonomous AI machinery into their operations—especially for such a critical task like scanning and separating waste, was cool! The way technology is being used to catch what human eyes might miss, shows just how far we’ve come in making recycling more efficient and sustainable. Seeing that level of innovation in action really brought the whole process to life. Looking forward to many more!”

Diana Morales
Business Development Manager, Sales and Client Services
CHUBB Risk Consulting

“Thank you so much for taking the time to set up this tour today, it was really fun and insightful. I’m impressed by the green waste facility. The use of robotic arms and AI for sorting materials is not only an incredible step toward a greener planet, but it also demonstrates an innovative approach to waste management.”

Travis Le | Management Trainee

Cintas First Aid & Safety – 51P

ISO 45010: Turning Menstrual and Menopausal Health into a Safety Priority

A surprise sick day, a distracted employee or a talented worker considering leaving the workforce altogether — these are real risks when workplaces fail to address the impact of menstruation and menopause.

Research shows that menstruation-related symptoms contribute to nearly 6 days of absenteeism per year for the nearly 45% of workers who report suffering absenteeism as part of their menstrual cycle, while menopause costs U.S. employers an estimated $1.8 billion annually in lost productivity.

These aren’t isolated HR concerns — they’re workplace safety and health issues. That’s why the release of the draft international standard ISO 45010 is a milestone for safety professionals. For the first time, menstruation and menopause are being framed not only as employee wellness topics but also as critical factors in occupational safety and health.

By integrating these issues into safety management systems, ISO 45010 provides a practical roadmap to reduce stigma, retain talent and create safer, healthier workplaces where every employee can thrive.