Thousands of people in New Jersey work in various parts of the medical field. Whether they work at a hospital, nursing home or private practice, these individuals face all kinds of risks on the job. People in the medical field have more exposure to infectious diseases...
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The costs of distracted driving for truck drivers
In New Jersey and elsewhere, distracted driving is a major, dangerous problem. The problem only seems to be getting worse as more drivers have access to smartphones and in-vehicle technology, such as the internet and apps. While many drivers, including truck drivers,...
ICOH study reassesses number of asbestos-related deaths
There are probably many people in New Jersey who work in conditions where they can be exposed to asbestos. Several international organizations have estimated that 105,000 to 110,000 deaths are caused every year by this toxic mineral. However, a recent study from the...
The increasing miles for semitrucks on the road is risky
It is a commonly accepted fact that semitrucks serve an important purpose in our society. The Department of Transportation notes that between 2012 and 2040, the number of freight-ton miles that are carried by trucks will increase by around 43 percent. This is a sign...
Why truck drivers are prone to drowsiness
Commercial truck accidents are some of the most serious imaginable, leaving the occupants of passenger vehicles with catastrophic injuries or killing them outright. What's even worse is that commercial truck drivers tend to be the most vulnerable to drowsiness behind...
USDA may speed up meat processing despite worker dangers
Meat workers in New Jersey and across the nation face serious on-the-job risks every day. For example, amputations, fractures, head trauma and second-degree burns are common weekly occurrences in the industry. Even so, the government is considering speeding up pig...
Bicyclists are out more during the summer months
During the summer months, there is an increase in bicycle traffic partly due to people wanting to get out and enjoy the weather. All drivers have to be aware of this and keenly watch for bicyclists on the road. Some people tend to think that bicyclists don't have any...
Do mail carriers really get bit by dogs?
As a mail carrier, you know that dogs often react aggressively whenever you approach the house. You are used to hearing them bark, paw at the window and jump up against the door. It often happens before you even get to the house, as if the dogs are just sitting and...
CMV brake inspection spree set for September 16 to 22
Commercial motor vehicle drivers in New Jersey should know about Brake Safety Week, an annual brake inspection spree held by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance. While the 2017 spree lasted a day, this year the CVSA has returned to a weeklong scheme, and it will be...
Heat can be a workplace safety danger
Workers in New Jersey may face increasingly difficult and dangerous conditions on the job as the summer deepens. Heat stress can be the cause of multiple injuries and illnesses caused by an excessively hot workplace. The federal Occupational Safety and Health...
