How does driver behavior change over the course of a shift? When are drivers most likely to exhibit risky behaviors?
To help fleet managers better understand patterns in risky driving behavior, Internet of Things (IoT) provider Samsara analyzed data from its commercial customers. 👇
FREIGHTWAVES.COM
Safety most at risk at beginning, end of drivers’ shifts - FreightWaves
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New driver assistance technologies hold the potential to reduce the number of crashes and save thousands of lives a year.
When shopping for a new or used vehicle, you may notice that different manufacturers have different names for driver assistance technologies.
NHTSA is helping consumers break through the confusion with information about how these technologies work, as well as safety-related performance data.
NHTSA.GOV
Driver Assistance Technologies
Ethylene Oxide gases are hazardous substances utilized in the production of ethylene glycol used in numerous products, including pharmaceuticals, polyurethane foam, adhesives, detergents, textiles, anti-freeze, and solvents.
Even minimal exposure to highly toxic Ethylene Oxide gas can create an increased risk of adverse health effects, including blurred vision, difficulty with breathing, breast cancer, and nervous system conditions.
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Just because cyclists tend to travel at a slower rate of speed than automobiles doesn’t mean that bicycle accident do not cause serious injuries.
In fact, bicycle accidents can be quite serious because of the lack of protection bicycles provide to their riders.
In 2009, 51,000 bikers were injured in traffic. Among the most common injuries sustained by cyclists in collisions are traumatic brain injuries, bone fractures, and lacerations and scrapes from contact with the ground.
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Types of Bicycle Accidents
September is the National Preparedness Month and the 2020 NPM theme is: "Disasters Don't Wait. Make Your Plan Today."
In the situations of any number of natural and man-made disasters, when conditions can so quickly become life-threatening, workplace preparedness is key and could mean the difference between life and death.
SECURITYREPORT.COM
How to create an emergency preparedness safety plan for your workplace? - Security Report
Michigan drivers yet again top the list of the nation's safest, an insurance study says, and the Motor City itself has some of the safest drivers of any large city in the United States.
While its drivers may be among the best in the country, you wouldn't know it from looking at insurance premiums, which are also consistently some of the nation's highest.
AUTOBLOG.COM
Michigan drivers rank among the safest in the United States
Bad news for Illinois residents: Chicago and Cook County have the third-highest number of dog attacks on mail carriers of any city. Illinois is also the fourth-worst dog bite state in the country.
The number of dog attacks went up almost 20% from 2018 to 2019. And while many dogs are peaceful and friendly, some are vicious or aggressive dogs, posing a danger to the general public.
ROSENFELDINJURYLAWYERS.COM
Does the One Bite Rule Apply in Illinois? (IL Dog Bite Law Liability)
The latest data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration show that 14,955 lives were saved in 2017 due to seat belts.
But this key safety feature has led to an occasional dangerous situation with children who wrapped themselves up in a seat belt and became stuck with the belt locked tight.
Thankfully, there are some simple steps that can be taken to avoid that risk. 👇
CONSUMERREPORTS.ORG
Easy Seat Belt Safety Checks to Protect Your Children and Avoid Tragedy
Many people who work in Illinois do not live in the state. When these workers are injured, there is some question as to where they can claim workers’ compensation.
If you are an out-of-state resident filing in Illinois, you should get familiar with the Illinois workers’ compensation insurance program and how to file a claim for your work injury. 👇
ROSENFELDINJURYLAWYERS.COM
How Illinois Workers' Compensation Law Applies for Out-of-State Workers
In June, FMCSA announced its HOS changes, which cover four main areas that loosen restrictions for the short-haul exception, adverse driving conditions, 30-minute break, and the sleeper berth provision.
However, four safety advocacy groups disagree.
FLEETOWNER.COM
Safety groups take HOS challenge to federal court
Accidents in a work zone have a higher rate of fatality than other crashes for a variety of reasons.
Even though the State of Illinois has taken actions to protect workers in these construction zones, there is still an elevated number of fatalities each year.
Illinois drivers may simply not be paying enough attention when they pass through the work zones.
ROSENFELDINJURYLAWYERS.COM
Illinois Drivers Face Dangers in Road Construction Zones
Construction workers face all kinds of risks and dangers on the job including electrocution; fire; falling debris; equipment malfunction; automobile collision; etc.
Time and again though, one of the most serious and even frequent accidents we see are falls.
ROSENFELDINJURYLAWYERS.COM
Responsibility for Fall Accidents at Construction Sites — Personal Injury News & Developments
In the age of COVID, more and more people are choosing activities that get them out of the house and into nature. Walking, Running, and Cycling are hobbies that have increased in numbers since sheltering in place started.
Enhancing the visibility of crosswalks with items such as lighting and enhanced markings can help drivers see pedestrians more clearly, especially when it's dark out.
https://safety.fhwa.dot.gov/ped_bike/step/step_videos/crosswalk_visibility_enhancements_storyboard/
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Today NHTSA issued a final rule to modernize driverless vehicle safety standards.
This historic step removes unnecessary barriers to motor vehicles equipped with automated driving systems. Read more 👇
Via @nhtsagov
NHTSA.GOV
NHTSA Announces Historic Rule to Modernize Driverless Vehicle Safety Standards
The fact that drivers are complying with stay-at-home orders issued by the CDC due to COVID-19 has drastically lowered the number of traffic accidents.
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