Safety Holiday Calendar: Themes and Actionable Tips for Industrial Safety Professionals
January has come and gone, but it’s never too late to start planning ahead and step into the Safety Arena with ResponsAble as your guide for 2025. With Responsable on your team, you can work on each month’s safety priorities with confidence, knowing you have a trusted partner in safety staffing and recruiting.
True safety champions know the power of consistent effort, and monthly safety meetings don’t have to be a scramble. Use this guide as your playbook to strengthen your culture of safety and refocus your top priorities. Take it one topic at a time and choose what’s relevant for your workplace, refreshing key practices and providing new safety tips to build a championship culture of safety. Let’s get into it:
February
American Heart Month by the American Heart Association
Power your team with strong heart health. Fight potential heart disease and stroke in your workplace and share heart healthy tips, like eating more whole foods and walking after meals. Host First Aid and CPR training to meet the specific needs of your industry. Review your emergency response drills in the case of cardiac emergencies.
National Burn Awareness Week February 2-8, 2025 by the American Burn Association
Fire safety is a hot topic you can’t afford to skip. Review fire prevention protocols to ensure proper handling of flammable materials to avoid costly injuries on the job and at home. Train your team on proper PPE usage when working with high heat equipment or hazardous areas.
March
Brain Injury Awareness Month by the Brain Injury Journey Association
Protect the MVPs of your workforce: your brains! Does your team know how to recognize the signs of a concussion? Sometimes symptoms are slow to show. Be sure to check that helmets and other head protection are up-to-date and properly fitted to your team. It could be time for an upgrade.
Workplace Eye Wellness Month by Prevent Blindness America
Keep a close eye on safety and explore topics ranging from eye strain to eye safety in industrial settings. Share tips on proper eye protective gear. Offer an eye check up at work, so your team can make sure they’re hitting 20/20 levels of productivity.
National Ladder Safety Month by the American Ladder Institute
A fall from the ladder could take you out of the game, but it’s totally preventable through safety planning, training, and continuous product innovation. Provide safety training and inspect ladders to keep your crew on steady footing. Create a checklist for employees to evaluate ladders for safety.
National Drug & Alcohol Facts Week March 17-23 by the National Institute of Drug Abuse
While this holiday is technically geared toward young people, it’s a great opportunity to share information with your team and open discussion to those who may need support or simply share your workplace policy.
National Cleaning Week March 23-29 by the Worldwide Cleaning Industry Association:
Your cleaning crew offers an invaluable contribution to workplace productivity, so don’t let them go unnoticed. Provide a special treat for your cleaning crew to show your appreciation.
April
World Health Day April 7 by the World Health Organization
The theme this year will be Global Action for Universal Health. While primarily a day for advocacy, it’s also a day to foster awareness. Share healthy lifestyle tips and encourage disease prevention to improve quality of life. Be sure to include discussion on mental and physical health. Stress is a killer.
National Work Zone Awareness Week April 21-25 by the American Traffic Safety Services Association
It’s crunch time for traffic safety, and the stats for injuries and accidents are sky high. Review and reinforce protocols for work zones and update your training if needed. Make sure all workers in high-risk areas have proper visibility gear.
Workers’ Memorial Day April 28 by the American Federation of Labor & Congress of Industrial Organizations:
More than half a century ago, the Occupational Safety and Health Act promised every worker the fundamental right to a safe job. Honor fallen workers by committing to a safer workplace and host a workshop to train and empower workers to report job safety hazards and exercise workplace rights. Share your wins on social media to commemorate ways you keep your staff safe while getting the job done.
May
National Electrical Safety Month by the Electrical Safety Foundation International
Though electrical hazards are not the leading cause of workplace injuries, they are disproportionately fatal and costly. Keep your power plays safe by auditing and maintaining electrical systems and making sure you have qualified electrical workers on the job. Share a checklist of lockout/tagout procedures.
Clean Air Month by the American Lung Association
Breathe easy and monitor air quality with proper ventilation to prevent buildup of harmful gases. Review air quality risks, proper handling of chemicals, and emergency response protocols for air contamination events. Clean air is a win for everyone.
Mental Health Month by Mental Health America
Did you know that organizations see a return of $4 for every dollar invested in mental health treatment in improved health and productivity? Boost your bench strength with mental wellness programs and resources. Host a webinar on stress management and best practices for healthy work-life balance.
National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Workplace Falls May 5-9 by OSHA:
Host a Safety Stand-Down to talk to your employees about fall safety, reviewing fall hazards and the importance of fall prevention. And, share 7 things every employer can do to address fall prevention.
June
National Safety Month by the National Safety Council
This month’s MVP? Preventable injuries. Focus on weekly safety themes with a toolbox talk to keep your team engaged and informed.
June 1-8: Safety Engagement
- Hold roundtable discussions to promote open communication on ways to improve job site safety.
- Celebrate notable wins and reward teams who make safety their #1 priority.
June 9-15: Roadway Safety
- Provide defensive driver training for employees who operate company vehicles.
- Set up a policy against texting while driving.
June 16-22: Risk Reduction
- Review emergency response procedures for things like chemical spills or fires
- Host a tool and equipment maintenance workshop and check that everything is in good working order
June 23-30: Slips, Trips, and Falls
- Review proper, non-slip footwear and work boots
- Inspect workspaces for fall hazards and adjust
July
National Fireworks Safety Month by Prevent Blindness America
What’s not to love about a good Independence Day Party? Grilling by the lake with friends and family and blasting off some fireworks. Celebrate safely and educate your team on how to properly handle fireworks and sparklers. This is one of the most popular emergency room holidays. Get your staff ready.
Vehicle Theft Prevention Month by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Did you know vehicle theft is a multi-billion dollar crime? Guard your fleet with secure parking policies and anti-theft devices and incentivize your employees to take extra care with company vehicles.
August
National Immunization Awareness Month by the CDC
Keep your lineup strong and prepared for cold and flu season. Share your vaccine policy with your team and offer vaccinations on the job site if you can. Take the hassle out of a doctor’s visit for your hard working crew!
Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Score a safety goal by reinforcing zero-tolerance policies for impaired driving. That means alcohol and other drugs that impair vision and judgement like marijuana. Share ways to make a plan if you’re going to be drinking, like having a designated driver or calling a taxi service.
Safe and Sound Week August 11-17 by OSHA
Start a basic safety and health program with the step by step guides available here. Choose a core element of safety you’d like to focus on as a team and make it your priority.
September
National Preparedness Month by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Be ready for anything. Preparing for emergencies and disasters is one of the best deterrents to keeping everyone safe. Develop and test your emergency response playbook at work. Run a safety drill with your team and review the outcome at an open roundtable.
National Food Safety Education Month by the National Restaurant Association
Food poisoning is not just a common excuse to play hookey. Keep contamination off the menu by training your team in safe food handling and hygiene. It’s a can’t miss opportunity to share snacks at your meeting and an informational webinar for building a strong culture of food safety.
Concussion Awareness Day September 19 by the Brain Injury Association of America
While concussions popularly affect young people on sports teams, your team is just as susceptible to a traumatic brain injury on the job. Share tips on proper PPE and symptoms to watch out for if they experience a concussion.
October
National Substance Abuse Prevention Month by The Office of National Drug Control Policy
An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Occupational injuries like overexertion, bodily reaction, and slips, trips and falls can result in an opioid prescription. Learn how to become a recovery-ready workplace and empower your employees to prioritize their health and wellbeing.
National Protect Your Hearing Month by OSHA
Turn down the volume! Learn how to prevent noise exposure and damage at work. Provide hearing protection and monitor workplace noise levels. Share tips on ear protection in noisy environments in the workplace and beyond.
National Crime Prevention Month by the National Crime Prevention Council
Crime prevention in 2025 doesn’t look like a cartoon cat burglar. Tighten your defense with improved workplace security measures against cyber crimes, violent crime, and illegal drugs. Share usage tips so your employees know how to avoid nasty online scams and phishing campaigns.
November
National Slips, Trips, & Falls Prevention Month by OSHA
Falls are one of the most common and dangerous job site injuries, often resulting in serious harm, and, unfortunately, in some cases, death. As an employer, it is your responsibility to set up the jobsite for success . Review proper use for ladders and scaffolds and host a guardrail inspection.
December
Safe Toys & Gifts Month by Prevent Blindness America
Your team knows how to follow protocol and adhere to safety measures at work, but are there threats at home? Educate employees on selecting safe toys for their children this holiday season. We may love the nostalgia of A Christmas Story, but BB guns are not toys. They require PPE.
Holiday Season Drunk Driving Campaign by the National Highway Traffic Safety Association
The holidays are a busy time—long shifts, family commitments, and end-of-year deadlines. Add holiday parties and financial stress into the mix, and it’s easy for substance use to creep into the picture, creating risks on and off the job. That’s why it’s more important than ever to look out for your crew. Pay attention and provide resources about support programs for anyone who needs it.
Make Safety Your #1 Priority with ResponsAble
At ResponsAble, safety isn’t just a game plan; it’s a championship strategy. Whether it’s reducing hazards, enhancing protocols, or training all-stars, we’re here to ensure your team scores big in safety. Build a culture where safety isn’t just a goal—it’s a legacy.
Let’s make 2025 your safest year yet!