Studies show that traffic accident risks increase by 16 percent during the early morning and afternoon hours in New Jersey and across the United States. This spike occurs because of the bright sunlight that can cause visual illusions during the sunrise and sunset....
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4 reasons nurses are at a higher risk of injury
There are many reasons why nurses have difficult jobs. Besides having to be emotionally supportive of patients, they also have to be physically present and supportive in a visceral way. They work long hours, and they may not get all the breaks they deserve.There are a...
OSHA focuses on excavation dangers on the job
New Jersey workers in construction know that their jobs can be dangerous. Since construction workers often operate in incomplete structures and use heavy machinery, the consequences of a workplace accident or injury can be severe. Trenching and excavation projects can...
Nursing home caretakers suffer high amounts of stress at work
Stress is an emotion that everyone experiences from time to time. It's something that, when experienced in excess, can affect our physical health, outlook on life and our mental state. This is why it is important to monitor stress and to pinpoint the cause.For many...
AAA releases data on teen driver fatality rates
Teen drivers in New Jersey should know that National Teen Driver Safety Week was held in October. As a part of this movement to raise awareness about the risks that teen drivers face, the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety released some new data showing that teens face...
An overview of cervical spine injuries
The cervical spine is the topmost portion of the spine and comprises seven vertebrae in the neck, which are designated C1 to C7. New Jersey residents should be aware that injuries to this area are the most severe.Injuries to the C1 to C4 spinal nerves can lead to...
Workers’ compensation: What if I cause a car accident on the job?
Imagine you're a pizza delivery person and you're driving through Lawnside traffic on the way to deliver a large order of food. Suddenly, you find yourself spinning out of control into opposing lanes of traffic. Next, you slam into a semitruck head-on.Fortunately, you...
OSHA revises NEP on excavation and increases enforcement
Construction employees in New Jersey who work frequently may be aware that OSHA has a National Emphasis Program for trenching and excavation. On Oct. 1, a revised NEP went into effect and initiated a 90-day outreach period for employers across the U.S. who need help...
AAA study reveals an overreliance on safety tech
The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety has released a study showing that many drivers do not understand the limits of vehicle safety technology like blind-spot monitoring systems, automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control. This overreliance on technology...
Inadequacies found in OSHA’s reporting of work injuries
Employers in New Jersey may know that in 2014, OSHA revised its rules on reporting cases of work-related deaths and serious injuries. Despite the fact that these rules have been in effect since January 2015, the Department of Labor's Office of Inspector General has...
