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The article discusses the significance of human performance improvement (HPI) in achieving a sustainable safety excellence in the U.S. According to the article, promoting HPI covers an injury process that is deep and broad. It also ensure that true root causes of human error are exposed and solutions are suitable and permanent. It cites the cross-disciplinary focus of HPI which offers a unique toolbox of infinite options which link identified gaps. Furthermore, it notes that the ability to creatively solve industrial problems is through management asset.

The article focuses on the significance of the management systems in improving industrial safety in the U.S. The author suggests that in order to improve a system, it is essential to explore the history of the managerial practices regarding safety and health. The effectiveness of a management standard must be equal to the rules and responsibilities of management and the worker.

The article reports on the presentation of American Petroleum Institute (API) Occupational Safety Performance Award to Koch Pipeline Co. at the organization's 57th annual pipeline conference in the U.S. According to Bob O'Hair, president of Koch Pipeline Co., they are very proud to be honored for safety performance in an in an industry which as such high standards for excellence. Kock Pipeline also received the API's "No Days Away From Work" and "Most Improved Safety Performance" awards for occupational safety performance.

The article presents trends in the development of safety standards in the U.S. The American National Standards Institute's (ANSI) Executive Standards Council has approved the reaccreditation of the Accredited Standards Committee A10, Safety Requirements for Construction and Demolition Operations. The ANSI A10 Committee on Construction and Demolition Operations have met in Washington D.C. to discuss updates within the organization. The Standard for Safety Gas Vents of the Underwriters Laboratories Inc. is under revision.

Reports on developments related to the creation and implementation of occupational safety standards in the U.S. Adoption of the new ISA standard; Establishment of standardization in the field of explosion prevention and protection; Revision of the Automotive Lift Institute's standard; Proposal of the Greenguard Environmental Institute to establish an adhesive emissions performance standard.