GM has recalled Chevrolet Bolt vehicles from model year 2017-2022 due to risk of the high-voltage battery pack catching fire. The recall affects more than 100,000 vehicles. The National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA) is aware of a fire with the interim remedy and three fires with the subsequent remedy. There is an ongoing […]
Farm Safety Yields Real Results
National Farm Safety and Health Week 2021, hosted by the National Center for Agricultural Safety (NECAS), takes place from September 19th-25th with the theme “Farm Safety Yields Real Results.” Safety Resources for Farmers This year’s event includes educational webinars and other resources on the following topics: Tractor Safety Rural Roadway Safety Overall Farmer Health Safety […]
National Childhood Injury Prevention Week
The first week of September is National Childhood Injury Prevention Week. Many child injuries are preventable. This national movement encourages parents and caregivers to become informed about common causes of child injuries to be part of the movement to reduce child fatalities and injuries. Make Home a Safer Place Unfortunately, the most common place for […]
Brake Safety for Commercial Motor Vehicles
Brake Safety Week is scheduled for August 22-28, 2021. This event brings awareness to the importance of properly maintaining brake systems. During the 2020 event, 12% of the commercial motor vehicles inspected were removed from service for brake-related violations. Focus on Brake Safety Throughout this week, commercial motor vehicle inspectors conduct North American Standard Inspections […]
Common Construction Injuries and Prevention
Construction workers have one of the most dangerous jobs in the United States. There is a serious risk of construction-related work injuries, so it’s important to be informed about the most common injuries and how to avoid them. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), 5,333 workers lost their lives on the job […]
