Some parts of the country can get quite a bit of snow. If you are expecting inclement weather in your area, it is best to just stay put. It is not the wisest idea to drive through a snowstorm, but sometimes you just can't help it. Snowstorms and buzzards can bring bitter winds, freezing temperatures,
No one goes to work expecting to be injured. However, unfortunately, sometimes that can happen. Depending on your injury, you may have to actually take time off work to heal. This is where workers' compensation (workers' comp) comes into play. Workers' comp replaces wages and medical benefits to anyone who is injured at work. The
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
Your windshield wipers are an important piece of your car that helps you drive in the rain. However, there may be times where they don’t work as they should. Therefore, it’s helpful to know how you can fix some common windshield wiper problems. That way, you won’t have to worry about your visibility when in
Working as a mechanic can be quite rewarding. However, it can also come with a lot of risks. Therefore, it’s important to know what good mechanic safety looks like. That way, you can keep safe while doing your job… How-to Practice Good Mechanic Safety: Useful Steps Personal protection A lot of good mechanic safety comes
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is meant to protect employees from hazards at work. There is a wide variety of PPE out there. The type of PPE needed will vary based on the type of work environment. Personal Protective Equipment: Things to Know Employer Responsibilities Employers should look for workplace hazards and identify the types of
Most drivers know about the dangers of driving in the winter. However, not too many know about the risks that come with summer driving. For instance, August tends to have the highest amount of fatal accidents each year. Knowing what these risks are can help you better prepare and stay safe… Summer Driving: Possible Risks
According to the CDC, 5,977 pedestrians died in traffic crashes in the United States in 2017. That equates to about one death every 88 minutes. That same year, around 137,000 pedestrians were treated in emergency departments for nonfatal crash-related injuries. Pedestrians are 1.5 times more likely to die in a car crash than vehicle occupants
When it comes to hazards in the workplace, we often think of dangerous falls and heavy lifting. But hazards can come in all shapes, sizes, and sounds. Even sounds in the workplace can sometimes pose a threat to your safety. In fact, noise hazards in the workplace have the potential to create long-lasting damage Noise Hazards
With the COVID-19 pandemic, many people have had to take up a new method of working. This may mean that you're figuring out how to set up a comfortable and ergonomic workspace within your home. One difficult are is, surprisingly, a computer mouse. It might seem minor, but it’s important to use understand what proper