Every day, three children under the age of six go to the emergency room for burns related to fireplaces, according to Safe Kids Worldwide. To raise awareness about the dangers associated with gas fireplaces, they created a great infographic which you can find here. Third-degree burns can occur with less than one second of contact […]
Prevent Holiday Injuries This Season
The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission has compiled advice for keeping everyone safe and preventing holiday injuries this season. From holiday cooking and decoration to the toys under the Christmas tree, safety issues can cause serious injuries. Holiday Injuries in the Kitchen Cooking is the top cause of residential fires. An average of 1,700 […]
Are You Washing Your Hands Correctly?
The COVID-19 pandemic has increased awareness of the importance of washing your hands to prevent the spread of germs, but months of hand washing and sanitizing has led to pandemic fatigue for many individuals. This time of year is also when cold and flu viruses tend to spread, so it’s a good time to remember […]
Reduce the Likelihood of Work-Related Crashes
Hoosier workers are more likely to be killed by motor vehicle crashes than by any other work-related hazards. In 2014, 52 individuals died due to incidents related to transportation while working in Indiana. These incidents included car accidents, non-roadway accidents involving motorized land vehicles, and pedestrians who were struck by vehicles while working. These incidents […]
Agriculture Safety: Prevent Farming Injuries
Farmers are at high risk for fatal and nonfatal injuries. Due to the nature of the work, family members who often share in the work and live on the property are also at risk for farming injuries. Farm work often involves heavy equipment, unpredictable weather, and other risk factors. Injuries are common. Each day about […]
