According to the National Safety Council (NSC), more than 1 in 3 people are not getting enough sleep. Identifying fatigue can be difficult, especially if you are consistently tired. After all, nearly everyone has experienced tiredness. Fatigue: Who’s At Risk? Fatigue is a physical, mental, or social impairment. It includes reduced energy, sleepiness, and tiredness. […]
Preventable Deaths at an All Time High
Preventable deaths are the third leading cause of death in the US and have reached record numbers, due in large part to the opioid crisis. In fact, four in ten Americans have been impacted by preventable deaths. 75% of preventable incidents happen in homes and communities. As the name implies, preventable deaths can be prevented. […]
NHTSA Reports Fewer Automobile Accident Fatalities in 2019
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently released highway crash fatality data for the first three quarters of 2019. This data showed a decrease of 2.2% compared to the first three quarters of 2018. Car accident deaths are the second most common unintentional death in the United States, outranked only by poisoning (which includes […]
Safety Tips for Working Outdoors in Cold Weather
Winter weather can create hazardous conditions for everyone, but individuals who do outdoor work are perhaps most affected. Working outdoors presents challenges all year round, but cold weather can become especially dangerous. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) does not have a standard for working in cold environments. However, employers must provide employees with […]
