Hand signals for bicyclists are important whether you're trying to signal for a group of bikers behind you or for other traffic on the road. Accidents on a bicycle can be very dangerous or even deadly. Therefore, it's important to know hand signals to try and prevent any collisions. You'll want to know the signals
We’ve all heard that 10,000 steps a day is the secret to a long life and tons of health benefits, from weight loss to improved mood to cardiovascular health. And of course, walking is great exercise and has a lot of health benefits. However, it seems that that number is not necessarily backed by science,
It is becoming that time of year when deer are more active. One thing you always dread seeing while on the road are little eyes staring at you from the side of the road. According to State Farm Insurance, there were over 1.9 million animal collision insurance claims in the U.S. between July 1, 2019
Having to stand for long periods of time at work can take a toll on your body. However, excessive sitting isn't all that much better. Therefore, it's important to know what kind of seated position you should be in... Excessive Sitting: Good Body Position Issues with sitting Excessive sitting can lead to a couple different
Workplace injuries can come in the form of many different types of pain. From lifting injuries to slip and falls to cuts and lacerations. Unlike specific work injuries, cuts can occur in nearly any workspace. So, it's important for employees to know tip for treating cuts and when to seek stitches from medical professionals. Treating
Keeping your family healthy during flu season is important as the colder weather starts to set in. Flu tends to spike later in the year, but October is typically when many people go ahead and get the flu vaccination. This should protect you from several strains of the flu so that if you do catch
It’s important to follow pedestrian safety tips to be as safe as possible on the road. Accidents involving pedestrians can be quite dangerous or even deadly. When walking anywhere near traffic, you need to make sure that you’ve very visible. Obey traffic rules at all times, and don’t make unexpected moves. Pay attention at all
Anyone who works in the medical field runs the risk of a needlestick injury. This wound is when a needle accidentally punctures the skin. This type of injury falls into a larger category of sharps injuries. Other forms of sharps are scalpels, scissors, glass and any other item that can cut the skin. This can be
As the weather heats up and a day on the lake sounds better and better, it’s important to remember these boat safety tips this summer. It’s always important to remember that as much fun as playing in pools, boating on lakes, or swimming in the ocean can be, water can be dangerous. Each summer there
Work zones have many hazards that can increase the risk of accidents. From cones, lane changes and moving equipment, it can be tricky to drive in work zone. Due to workers being present in these areas, an accident in a work zone can be very dangerous. Therefore, it is really important to know how to