How can scaffolding cause injuries?
A fall from a significant height above the ground can cause lasting damage to your spine and your brain. Scaffolding is one workplace hazard that can lead to this kind of injury. Staying careful and aware is imperative for anyone working near or around construction sites. Lack of clear safety guidelines According to the Occupational […]
What are signs of TBIs?
After getting into an accident or experiencing an incident resulting in a head injury, you are likely to suffer from brain injuries, too. The severity can differ depending on the type of incident and your overall health. At the most extreme end of severity, you have traumatic brain injuries (TBI). These injuries can cause grievous […]
What should I do immediately after a dog bites me?
It may be true that dogs hold a place in the average American’s heart as “man’s best friend,” but dogs are still animals. Even the most docile dog can bite given the appropriate circumstances. Once you get over the initial shock, there are certain actions that you should take immediately after a dog bites you. […]
Are traffic crash fatalities decreasing?
Whether you drive, walk near traffic or ride a bike on a regular basis, it is imperative to watch out for the risk of a traffic collision. Sadly, many victims die in these accidents, which take place for a number of different reasons, from people who operate a vehicle after drinking to speeding and distractions […]
Are people really addicted to their phones?
When someone says that they’re addicted to their phone, you may think that they’re just using hyperbole. What they mean is that they use the phone a lot or that they enjoy using technology. Maybe they just find it useful. They’re not really saying they’re addicted in the same way that someone can be addicted […]
Don’t try to break up a dog fight
If another dog attacks yours while out for a walk, your instinct is probably to try to break it up and keep your beloved pet from harm. However, trying to physically break up the fight just puts you in extreme danger. The other dog could turn on you or bite you accidentally. Either way, you […]
Construction workers: Beware of injuries as a third party
Did you know that 20% of every 5,000 private-industry fatalities involve construction workers? That equates to one in five workers dying in the construction injury. Of course, there are also many nonfatal injuries that occur as well. As a construction worker who has come to a site as a third party, it’s important that you […]
New trail approved for pedestrians, cyclists in Morris County
In your area, you know that it’s dangerous to be on the roads as a pedestrian or cyclist. There isn’t a lot of room for you, and drivers aren’t always paying attention to what’s happening around them. The risk of a pedestrian crash is too high for your liking, especially knowing that you’ve narrowly missed […]
Have you been bitten by a dog in New York State?
There are 4.7 million people a year bitten by dogs in the USA, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. However, 2019 statistics show there were only 17,802 insurance claims paid out for dog bites. So there is a large gap between the number of dogs biting people and the number of insurance payouts for […]
New York gets yellow rating for traffic safety laws
In 2014, the mayor of New York City launched an initiative designed to eliminate all traffic deaths on city streets. Since then, many other cities around the country have initiated similar programs. The effort to keep people safe on the street, however, may not always rely solely on local municipalities. State traffic laws play an […]