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As Families Take to the Roadways, New Report Notes More Than 800 Unbuckled Rear Passengers Killed in 2018
Rear Belt Use Lower in For-Hire Vehicles WASHINGTON, D.C. – Each year, hundreds of unbelted passengers in the back seat of motor vehicles are killed in crashes. New federal data reveal that, in 2018 alone, 803 unrestrained rear seat passengers age eight...
read moreSLC 2019: How Workplace Injuries Affect the Family
Lee Shelby presented his story at the 2019 Safety Leadership Conference in Texas. When strained, relationships are like a rubber band. They stretch until the snap. Lee Shelby told attendees of the 2019 Safety Leadership Conference about the workplace...
read moreFall protection near exposed edges: Washington state issues hazard alert
Photo: Washington State Department of Labor & Industries Tumwater, WA — A new hazard alert from the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries is intended for employers and workers who use personal fall arrest systems positioned near exposed edges....
read moreDrone Market Takes Flight, Fueled by Safety Applications
New report anticipates solid growth as drone manufacturers explore opportunities to expand diverse market opportunities. According to Fact.MR's Drone Market report, the sector is expected to showcase stellar growth with a CAGR of ~ 23.5% over the forecast...
read moreNew video for tower workers: Wireless rooftop hazards
Watertown, SD — A new video from the National Association of Tower Erectors reinforces the importance of hazard awareness for technicians who work on wireless rooftop sites. The four-minute video includes insight from Brandon Foster, an industry crew...
read moreUsing Technology to Improve Safety
Information provided to line workers in real-time is one of the best ways to communicate potential safety issues. Improving worker safety is an area where technology can have a great impact. By using workforce-first safety software, Anvl, based in...
read more15 trick-or-treating safety tips to ensure a happy and healthy Halloween
Before your little ghosts and goblins head out for Halloween, read these important safety tips. Halloween is beyond exciting for kids—they get to stay up late, dress up and gorge on candy. They’re hyper, distracted and determined to make the most of the day (and...
read moreEnhancing Corporate Safety Training with Virtual Reality
By Dan O’Brien Electrical accidents are considered among the deadliest workplace accidents, with 1 out of 10 resulting in a fatality, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). In fact, only 1/10 of an amp is all it takes to...
read moreNow Accepting Donations! “Movers for Military” Veteran’s Drive
Delaware Valley Safety Council is once again partnering with Two Men & a Truck for the Movers for Military program. This program aims to provide critical assistance to local veterans in crisis - a collection of essential items that will be delivered to...
read moreWomen in Safety: How to Attract, Retain and Develop a Diverse Workforce
Three industry leaders provide insight into the challenges and opportunities women face in their safety careers. Stefanie Valentic EHS Today | Sep 27, 2019 In the American workforce, women have long struggled to have a voice, no matter the industry in...
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