The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently released its annual drowning and submersion report. Fatal drownings and nonfatal drowning injuries remain high for children under age 15; child drownings continue to be the leading cause of death for children ages 1-4 years old. There were approximately 6,300 nonfatal drowning injuries treated in hospital emergency […]
Prevent Workplace Falls
According to the National Safety Council, the second leading cause of unintentional injury-related death is falls. In 2020, more than 42,000 individuals died due to falls at home and at work. Leading Cause of Workplace Injury For some working adults, falls can be the leading cause of death at the workplace, depending on the industry. […]
Tips for Better Grill Safety
Summer is here and many people are enjoying grilling weather. But before you start flipping burgers and kebabs, take a moment to consider your grill cleaning routine. Stainless steel or brass wire brushes were once very popular for removing stuck food from grill grates. Unfortunately, these brushes have small, sharp bristles that can break off […]
Playground Safety Tips for Caregivers
Playgrounds are great places for kids to have fun, enjoy some physical activity, and develop their social skills. But playgrounds that are not properly designed, constructed, and maintained can pose safety hazards. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 200,000 children ages 14 and younger are treated for playground-related injuries […]
How to Choose a Bike Helmet
Biking can be a fun and healthy activity, but it’s not without risks. According to the National Safety Council, there were 1,260 bicyclist deaths in the United States in 2020. Of those, 806 died in crashes involving a vehicle and 454 were related to non-traffic incidents. Bicycle helmets can significantly reduce the risk of head […]
