U.S. companies should look for EHS software with role-based permissions, multi-factor authentication, single sign-on support, encryption, secure hosting, audit logs, backups, document version control, configurable access by location, and clear data export options. Safety managers should also involve IT when reviewing vendor security, especially if the system will store employee records, incident details, training certificates, contractor documents, OSHA-related documentation, or environmental reports. High-risk employers should confirm how the platform protects confidential data, handles user offboarding, supports contractors, prevents unauthorized changes, and maintains record integrity across multiple worksites.