Vehicles pose many safety risks for children. While car accidents are a common cause of injury, there are a variety of other dangers that parents and caregivers should be aware of. In this article, we’ll focus on tips for preventing backover incidents and trunk entrapment. Backover Incidents This type of accident most often occurs when […]
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 […]
Driving While Using a Cellphone: Against the Law in Indiana
In March 2020, Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb signed House Bill 1070 into law. The law is intended to address distracted driving associated with cell phone use. It will go into effect on July 1, 2020. Cell Phone Use Law for Indiana Drivers The law bans drivers from using or holding a mobile phone while operating […]
Tips for Winterizing Your Vehicle
Winter driving can get scary, especially when weather conditions are less than ideal. From sleet to icy driveways, it’s important to understand the hazards you might face as a winter driver in southeastern Indiana. Winterize Your Vehicle In addition to regular vehicle maintenance, you should take some time to prepare your automobile for winter. Consider […]
Rail Safety Week: Tips for Drivers and Pedestrians
Every year more than 2,000 North Americans are killed or seriously injured due to unsafe behavior around railroad tracks and trains. Operation Lifesaver, Inc. (OLI) and Operation Lifesaver Canada are partnering to raise awareness and encourage safe behavior around railroad tracks during Rail Safety Week, which takes place in the fourth week in September. Stop […]