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Most of us face some sort of risk when we go to work each day. Whether the risk is falling down the stairs as we head to our office or falling off of a scaffold while working construction, the potential for a workplace accident is always present. We all recognize, however, that some jobs are… Read More
Every 15 minutes, someone in the United States is killed by a drunk driver. And while you may pledge not to drink and drive, you share the roads with people who haven’t made the same declaration. In other words, a single drunk driver can put everyone at risk. This is the lesson that officials are… Read More
When you go to work, whether you work in construction or manufacturing, you expect to go home in the same condition you arrived. In other words, you expect to be safe. You ensure your safety by using proper safety equipment and often just good-old common sense. But, you aren’t the only one responsible for your safety on… Read More
Many people use the warmer weather to uncover their motorcycles and save a bit of gas money as they enjoy the summer. But with motorcycle riding comes great risks, as an accident involving a “bike” is far more likely to cause death or injury than one involving a four-wheeled, airbag-equipped vehicle. The Governor’s Highway Safety… Read More
When you work in construction, you face serious risks every single day. Whether you are in the roofing business, work in commercial construction, or are a residential carpenter, the risks are ever-present. There are things you can do to avoid injury and keep yourself safe. But even then, you also have to depend on the… Read More
Officials are still sorting through the wreckage following a catastrophic blast and fire at a West, Texas fertilizer plant. So far, according to the Associated Press, 14 people have been confirmed killed and more than 200 injured in the small Texas town. And while we don’t know for certain what caused the blast, signs indicate… Read More
Distracted drivers kill people. It’s a harsh but true fact. If you text and drive, the chances are pretty good that you will be involved in an auto accident. But even for those who swear off texting behind the wheel, as long as other people are doing it, we will all be at risk. According… Read More
When you get on a charter bus, whether you are headed to a casino or another day trip, you are likely so wrapped up in the day’s festivities that you don’t consider the experience of the driver or whether you are safe. You assume you will be fine. That’s why when a serious bus accident… Read More
With spring here and summer just around the corner, motorcyclists are shining up their bikes and getting ready to hit the open road. In the Houston area, we have motorcycle traffic year-round (thanks to our weather), but the number of cyclists does increase over the summer months, so safety issues should be revisited to help… Read More
April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, according to the Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). In an effort to increase awareness about the problem that is distracted driving, the agency is providing a wealth of information on just how dangerous the practice is. According to their new SAFETY 1N NUM3ERS Newsletter,… Read More
