Trailer Safety Week is an annual awareness campaign designed to increase awareness of trailer safety and proper trailer safety. The 2021 event takes place from June 6-12. There are millions of trailers on the road every day. It’s critical to make sure that trailers are towed safely for everyone’s safety. Safe Driving Since all components […]
Safe Sleep for Infants
Soft plush toys and blankets may be adorable, but sleeping infants shouldn’t cuddle up to them. A recent study by the journal Pediatrics found that allowing infants to sleep on soft bedding can be a risk factor for sudden unexpected infant deaths (SUIDS). This study examined more than 4900 SUID cases that occurred between 2011 […]
Staying Independent: Making Home Safer for Older Americans
May is Older Americans Month! It’s a great time to think about ways to keep the older adults in your life safe, happy, and independent. After all, the CDC reports that someone age 65 or older falls every minute of every day in the United States. Falls can lead to serious injuries, so any steps […]
Workplace Safety: Work to Zero
Workplace fatalities have reached the highest levels since 2007. The National Safety Council is working to change that. The goal? Zero work-related deaths in the United States. Work-Related Injuries Although workplace safety has come a long way, there is still work to be done to keep employees safe on the job. The number of preventable […]
Protecting Teen Drivers: Prevent Distracted Driving
It’s no secret: learning to drive is challenging. There are a lot of factors to consider each time you get behind the wheel, from how precipitation might impact the route you’ll be driving to the angle of your side mirrors. Many safety checks and considerations become almost second nature for some individuals after years of […]
