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Bridging the Safety Gap: Tailored OHS Solutions for SMEs
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) face unique challenges in managing occupational health and safety (OHS). Unlike large enterprises, SMEs often lack formal management structures and resources, leading to higher risks for their workforce. The USF SafetyFlorida Consultation Program offers expert, customized OHS solutions to help SMEs create safer work environments. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward a safer workplace.
March 13, 2025USF SafetyFlorida
Prevent Tragedy: Regular Fire Extinguisher Maintenance Saves Lives
Regular maintenance and inspection of fire extinguishers are crucial to prevent serious injuries, smoke inhalation, and fatalities in the workplace.
March 13, 2025USF SafetyFlorida
Student veteran and campus first responders help save a life
The quick response and emergency training of health sciences student Teresa Booker, university police and first responders helped to save the life of someone having a cardiac emergency on campus.
March 7, 2025Student Life
USF researcher explores link between illness in pregnancy and cognitive development of newborns
Respiratory viruses are a major cause of early childhood illness, hospitalization and death around the world. Work by a team that includes a researcher at USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) could lead to countless lives saved.
March 7, 2025Research and Innovation
Cannabis research board gets new member from COPH
USF has joined the Consortium for Medical Marijuana Clinical Outcomes Research as its 11th member. As part of this development, President Rhea Law nominated the College of Public Health’s (COPH) professor Dr. Troy Quast to be the university’s representative on the Consortium Board.
March 7, 2025Research and Innovation
Alumna Delaenam Akahoho's path to public health
Delaenam Akahoho, a proud double Bull alumna of USF’s College of Public Health (COPH), has charted a path from her childhood. Growing up in Okeechobee, Fla., Akahoho’s experiences with community and public health challenges have shaped her commitment to improving health outcomes for vulnerable populations.
March 7, 2025Alumni and Development
COPH participates in record-breaking research day
More than 500 students, residents, trainees, faculty and leaders came together for the 35th annual USF Health Research Day, the largest research-focused event at the University of South Florida and the keynote celebration of health sciences research at the four USF Health colleges.
March 7, 2025Awards and Honors, Research and Innovation, Student Life
Empowering the future: COPH’s Maternal and Child Health Symposium inspires change
The COPH's Maternal and Child Health Student Organization is set to host its annual symposium, themed “Nurturing the Next Generation: A Collaborative Approach to Maternal and Child Well-Being.”
March 7, 2025College News, Student Life
USF student named 2025 Lifesavers Traffic Safety Scholar
Liaba Khan has been named a 2025 Lifesavers Traffic Safety Scholar and will attend the Lifesavers Conference on Roadway Safety in Long Beach, California. She is one of 29 U.S. students selected through a competitive application process. The Lifesavers Conference showcases the latest research, evidence-based strategies, proven countermeasures and promising new approaches for addressing the nation’s most pressing traffic safety issues.
March 7, 2025Awards and Honors, Student Life
USF student aims to protect emergency responders
Most of us keep our distance from people with a cold, flu, COVID-19 or other nasty conditions, but what about those who meet them up close, often under stressful circumstances? How do first responders stay healthy in otherwise unhealthy places?
February 24, 2025Research and Innovation, Student Life
Becoming a public health analyst
YaMaya Barley’s journey into becoming a double Bull at USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) is a story of passion, perseverance and a deep commitment to improving the well-being of communities. Originally from Rochester, N.Y., but raised in Tampa, Fla., Barley’s academic and professional path has been shaped by her desire to make a difference in public health.
February 24, 2025Alumni and Development
The role of artificial intelligence in occupational safety and health practices
It has been feared by many that Artificial Intelligence (AI) may be taking over how we do business. However, AI has revolutionized the way businesses operate, transforming mundane tasks into efficient, data-driven processes. In today’s workplace, AI is no longer a futuristic concept—it’s an integral part of daily operations—especially in enhancing occupational safety and health practices.
February 24, 2025In the Media, USF SafetyFlorida