Carbon monoxide poisoning deaths are most common in winter months. In fact, almost two-thirds of carbon monoxide deaths that aren’t related to fires occur in cold weather. Furnaces, portable heaters, and portable gas generators can all cause carbon monoxide poisoning. Carbon monoxide is often referred to as the “invisible killer” because you can’t smell or […]
Child Safety Protection Tips
Children face hazards each and every day, but we can work together to make their environments as safe as possible. According to Safe Kids Worldwide, 1 in 10 children ages 19 and younger will visit an emergency room for an unintentional injury each year. Common causes of injuries are falls, being struck by an object […]
Has Your Child’s Car Seat Been Recalled?
The largest car seat recall in American history occurred last year when over six million car seats were recalled for a safety defect. According to the NHTSA, less than half of those car seats were repaired. In response to this concerning statistic, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recently began a campaign that encourages parents […]
Prevent Furniture Tip-Over
How safe is your home? Is your TV secure? Do you have top-heavy furniture? Furniture tip-overs are one of the top hidden hazards in family homes. According to data from the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission, unstable televisions and large furniture items kill a child every two weeks on average. These deaths are caused […]
Common Causes of Workplace Injuries
Injuries in the workplace occur all too frequently in the United States. Sprains, strains, tears, and back injuries are among the most common workplace injuries. Common Workplace Injuries Most workplace injuries are covered by the employer’s workers’ compensation insurance. According to insurance claims throughout the United States, these are the ten most common workplace injuries: […]
