March 19-25: National Poison Prevention Week
Steps to take when poisoning is suspected The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has this important information for you. If you suspect that a…
Category: Safety
Hey, watch your back!
Watching your back — or watching out for it, to be precise — is a good practice for anyone. It’s especially true when lifting is involved. Lifting…
No crystal ball needed: Close calls predict the (dangerous) future
“Sweat the details” sounds like something an engineer or an accountant would do. But sweating the details is of paramount of importance when it comes to…
Shovel smart!
The American Physical Therapy Association says there are things you can do to make shoveling snow a little less stressful for your body. They recommend: *…
PPE important, but what about other safety factors?
With all the focus in the last few years on personal protective equipment (PPE), it’s easy to lose sight of the fact that it is only one factor in a safe…
Better crash dummies could improve safety
Since the 1970s, crash dummies have been the main tool for researchers interested in testing vehicle safety features, but the dummies were built mainly as…
It’s not for rest, it’s for restraint
Headrest: It’s a poorly named part of a car because it isn’t there so you can rest your head. It’s there to restrain it. If you have ever seen a car made…
Wear proper gear for cold weather work
When temperatures drop, the clothes you wear for work and play make all the difference. Generally, here are guidelines for winter work clothes: * Keep…
Marijuana impairs driving ability
With states legalizing marijuana for medical and recreational use, many people think that the drug is safe for driving. Nothing can be further from the…
The life-saving message of 3-D month: Impaired driving remains deadly
By Presidential proclamation since 1981, each December is National Drunk and Drugged Driving (3-D) Prevention Month, dedicated to preventing motor vehicle…