Workers in Virginia may face particular hazards when heading to the job in winter weather. The chill in the air isn't the only danger that comes with the winter season: Snow and ice can pose a major threat to workplace safety. There are a number of common hazards that...
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Month: November 2018
How alcohol impacts the human body
Driving on any road can be hazardous when doing so under the influence of alcohol. Even a single drink can impair a driver's judgment and cause that person to feel differently behind the wheel. The legal alcohol limit in Virginia and throughout the U.S. is .08...
Brain injuries are lasting and affect people for a lifetime
Brain injuries are not simple injuries. They can take a significant time to heal. People with brain injuries may literally recover for the rest of their lives.The reason that this kind of injury is so significant is because of how much of the brain can be affected and...
Technology warns against truck driver fatigue
All drivers in Virginia have good reason to be concerned about truck driver fatigue. When exhausted drivers take the wheel of large commercial trucks, the results can be devastating and even deadly. Because semi trucks have such significant mass and weight, they can...
Leading workplace safety risks identified
Unfortunately, Virginia workplaces can all too often be hazardous for workers. In a recent presentation to the 2018 National Safety Council Congress, a deputy director of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) presented a list of the top 10 safety...