Driving while drowsy on New Jersey roads can put people in danger. Individuals should not drive after taking prescription sleep aids as it could increase their risk of being too groggy to do so safely. It is also important to point out that driving after being awake...
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AFL-CIO reports on high worker fatality, illness rates
As part of Workers' Memorial Week (April 22 to 29), the AFL-CIO called attention to several deadly trends in a report entitled, "Death on the Job: The Toll of Neglect." Employers in New Jersey may want to think about any areas where they may be neglecting the health...
Heat stroke is a concern for construction workers
As a construction worker in the state of New Jersey, you're aware that the spring and summer months can bring extremely hot temperatures to the area. When working outside, it's imperative to take a variety of steps to maintain your safety.Heat stroke is a serious...
Study links opioid use with higher risk of fatal car crashes
A study, the results of which have been published in JAMA Network Open, has found that opioid use raises the risk for fatal motor vehicle crashes. New Jersey residents should know that prior to the opioid epidemic that began in the 1990s, opioids were responsible for...
Fall protection training critical for worker safety
Government safety regulators have issued a fall prevention fact sheet to support construction companies participating in the sixth annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction. Falls from roofs, ladders and scaffolds injure New Jersey workers...
What are the top causes of motorcycle accidents?
Now that the weather has warmed up in New Jersey, there's no better time to hop on your motorcycle and hit the open road. Before doing so, take the necessary time to understand the risks of riding and the tips you can follow to avoid an accident.Here are five of the...
Root Insurance studies distracted driving trends
Smartphones and other mobile devices are a major source of distraction for drivers in New Jersey as elsewhere in the U.S. Root Insurance, an insurer that provides incentives to drivers who avoid phone use, has recently made known the results of its second annual...
Prolonged screen use could injure the eyes of office workers
When people in New Jersey think about on-the-job hazards to eyes, they might imagine the risks faced by welders, construction workers or people who handle caustic chemicals. Although such occupations create risky conditions that result in thousands of eye injuries...
Whiplash from a car accident may immobilize a victim for weeks
Car accidents can leave victims with many injuries, ranging from minor scrapes and bruises to severed limbs. It is always a good idea for any victim of a car accident to undergo a compete medical examination as soon as possible. In some cases, victims who do not feel...
New Jersey Car Crashes Often Result from Distracted Driving
Distracted driving has become an epidemic, according to the Ohio State University Risk Institute. In order to reduce distracted driving and create a safer driving environment, the Institute has begun an initiative designed to coordinate the efforts of dozens of...
