We observe National Teen Driver Safety Week annually (this year Oct. 16-22) to spread awareness of the risks teens face behind the wheel and explore solutions to protect all roadway users. This observance is more important than ever due to a dramatic increase in car crash fatalities and injuries across the nation. As an employer, […]
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In Victoria, a city located 30 miles inland from the Gulf of Mexico and about two hours southwest of Houston, officials have worked to improve safety for pedestrians and all vulnerable road users. I know this because I read an article in the local newspaper about a $1 million crosswalk and traffic light project. Some
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Walk with Us People walk for a variety of reasons. Some count steps as part of a workplace walking challenge or a healthy lifestyle routine. Others walk from the car to the office, or down the street to grab a bite during the lunch hour. Because walkers are not equipped with all the safety features
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Safety CoachReady for Any Situation In school buildings and at many other workplaces, the term “situational awareness” is applied regularly to environmental health and safety procedures. You’re better equipped to mitigate risk when you recognize and understand potential hazards, right? Let’s look at how you can apply situational awareness concepts to improve driver and transportation
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Reach Down, Lift Them Up Impairment is not a new safety issue in the workplace. Alcohol and the use of other drugs, including marijuana and opioids, long have been on the radar. What’s new is more employers are taking a broader look at other causes of impairment, from fatigue and stress to mental health conditions.
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International Overdose Awareness Day is Wednesday, Aug. 31. Last year, 107,000 people in the U.S. died from a drug overdose — most from fentanyl, a very powerful, very deadly opioid. The stadium where the Dallas Cowboys play (the largest domed stadium in the world) doesn’t even hold that many people when expanded to full capacity.
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Safety CoachHop on the Safety Train In April, two people died in a crash after a driver tried to beat a train at a crossing in Houston, according to police. You might have read about the crash in the news. What you might not know is these incidents are all too common. In fact, the
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https://youtu.be/Jp2ZXt2fiaE Some Texas employers use in-vehicle monitoring systems to collect vehicle data and report on driver behavior. Others have developed driving scorecards or conducted observational studies to better understand traffic patterns and implement safety solutions. The common denominator that links all 12 winners of the 2022 Our Driving Concern Texas Employer Traffic Safety awards is
Shining Safety Stars Some Texas employers use in-vehicle monitoring systems to collect vehicle data and report on driver behavior. Others have developed driving scorecards or conducted observational studies to better understand traffic patterns and implement safety solutions. The common denominator that links all 12 winners of the 2022 Our Driving Concern Texas Employer Traffic Safety
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