It’s not a safety feature: Why don’t the back windows go down?
You have noticed, of course, that the back windows on most cars don’t go down all the way and you probably thought that was so kids and pets couldn’t jump…
Category: Safety
Rules for using space heaters
On cold winter days, it can be nice to have a little extra heat in the house. Space heaters will do the job and do it safely — if you remain aware of…
Celebrating? Choose your ride: taxi, designated driver, or police car
By presidential proclamation, every December is designated National Drunk and Drugged Driving (3D) Prevention Month. It is the most popular month for…
Low tire pressure can be dangerous
Taking proper care of the tires on your car not only saves money, it could save your life. Here’s some advice from the Rubber Manufacturers’ Association:…
Better first aid keeps minor injuries from becoming major problems
Minor cuts and scrapes aren’t the stuff of medical dramas. But if not treated correctly, they could be. The American Society for Dermatologic Surgery…
Speaking of holiday safety
Prevent fires: Each year, holiday season fires take hundreds of lives, injure thousands of people, and cost millions in damage. To keep safe this year: *…
Cooking safety starts with you: Preventing kitchen fires
Each year, households in the United States face the devastating consequences of kitchen fires, but with common-sense kitchen practices most of the risk…
Preventing shoulder injuries with proper lifting techniques
In the workplace, maintaining shoulder health is paramount to avoid debilitating injuries that can hamper productivity. Stiffness and pain are telltale…
Extinguishing grease fires safely
A grease fire in the kitchen can escalate rapidly, but knowing how to respond is crucial for your safety. Never use water to put out a grease fire, – it…
Living loud? Time to protect your hearing
Preserving your hearing is paramount, especially in high-noise work environments and during recreational activities. About 48 million Americans have some…