Safety CoachRide this Wave You’re invited: Help us create safer roads for everyone during National Bicycle Safety Month in May. In the U.S., this safety observance first was created in the 1950s as a reminder the roads grow increasingly more crowded with walkers, bicyclists and motorists at this time of year. And it’s always a […]
Safety CoachFull Attention Distracted driving crashes are on the rise, according to research collected and analyzed by the National Safety Council and Cambridge Mobile Telematics. What can you do to cut crash costs, prevent injuries and save lives? Join us for a free online webinar on Tuesday, April 2: Distracted Driving and Reducing Risk. NSC
Safety CoachBuckle Up for Holiday Travel In the coming days, millions of Americans will jam roads and airports during the long Thanksgiving weekend. Some will hop in the back seat of a ride-share vehicle on their way to or from the airport. Will they buckle up? What reason do people give for not buckling up
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Safety CoachWorld of Difference During the first quarter of this year, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates 1,063 people died in crashes in Texas, an increase of 4.8% over 2021. That’s scary, particularly as we inch closer to the Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday driving periods when alcohol-impaired crashes typically spike. Looking across the
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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Work Zone Safety Tips In a survey conducted by the Association of General Contractors of America and HCSS Software Solutions, 58% of respondents said they are at greater risk now of highway work zone crashes compared to one year ago. You can address the “why” as you work to build your culture of road safety
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To celebrate Memorial Day, many of your coworkers will spend part of the long weekend at an outdoor festival, backyard pool party or family picnic. And why not? Memorial Day weekend is considered the unofficial start to summer. In the safety world, it’s also known as the start of one of the deadliest drug- and
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How does a world health crisis connect with traffic safety in the U.S.? At the recent Lifesavers National Conference on Highway Safety Priorities, Master of Ceremonies John Ulczycki answered that question in detailed fashion. He used data to confirm American motorists stayed home during COVID-19. They drove 11% fewer miles in 2020 than they did
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Road to Recovery During National Recovery Month in September, start with these three ways to address substance use in your workplace: Provide education on opioids (including painkillers such as Vicodin and Percocet) Expand drug panel testing to include the detection of opioids Review your benefits package and explain mental health services and substance use treatment
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