June is National Safety Month, so it’s a great time to revisit workplace safety practices and take steps to make your work environment as safe as possible. Preventing fatigue at work can decrease the likelihood of many work injuries. Why It Matters Being over-worked and over-tired can sometimes seem almost normal, but it’s not good […]
Safety Tips for Motorcyclists
More than 5,000 motorcyclists died due to fatal traffic crashes in 2019. To keep everyone safe, drivers and motorcyclists need to stay alert and share the road. Here are some safety tips for motorcyclists recommended by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to help you stay safe on the road. Get Licensed Motorcyclists face […]
Keeping Older Drivers on the Road—Safely
Helping older adults remain as independent as possible is a goal for many adult children and their parents. There’s a lot of freedom in being able to drive wherever you’d like to go. But it’s important to recognize that driving can become more challenging as we age. Reaction times, situational awareness, and vision may not […]
Call 811 Before Digging to Prevent Injuries and Outages
As the weather gets warmer, you’re probably planning outdoor projects and thinking about updating the landscaping. April is National Safe Digging Month for a reason! It’s a great reminder to call 811 before starting any digging project. Why You Need to Get Underground Utility Lines Marked Underground utility lines are damaged approximately every six minutes. […]
Tips for Avoiding Fraud and Scams
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reports that 5.7 million people filed fraud reports in 2021. Collectively they lost more than $5.8 billion to fraud. That’s a $2.4 billion jump in losses from the previous year. Common Scams From cryptocurrency scams to imposter scams, suspicious activity is on the rise. And you might be surprised by […]