In 2016, OSHA gave 3,900 citations to employers for improper scaffolding practices. They ranked third among OSHA violations that year, and the situation has not changed all that much since then. Scaffolding accidents continue to be a common source of injury among...
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Year: 2018
Drunk driving crash fatalities and their causes
Drunk driving crashes are to blame for approximately a third of all deaths relating to traffic injuries. In Virginia, as elsewhere, the motorists who are most susceptible to drunk driving crashes are drivers under 24, motorcyclists, those with prior DUI convictions...
Underride guards could save lives of car occupants
Virginia residents should be aware of a push to get lawmakers to pass legislation protecting car occupants from underride crashes. The legislation is aimed at requiring all trucks to have guards on their sides and fronts to prevent vehicles from sliding under them....
ZF reveals benefits of external airbag tech
Some Virginia drivers may have heard about external airbags. While the technology is a long way from being perfected, much less implemented on new vehicles, its benefits are clear and may encourage more car parts manufacturers to consider it. One of these...
Keep your eyes open for these forms of distracted driving
As the driver of a motor vehicle, it's your responsibility to keep your eyes and attention on the road at all times. If you neglect to do this, even for a second, it can result in a serious accident.Since there are so many forms of distracted driving, it's not always...
Tips for safe winter driving
During the holidays, thousands of Virginia drivers take road trips to see family and friends over a few weeks. Here are some important winter driving tips to help ensure a safe journey.First, drivers should take the time to learn about the new advanced safety...
Winter weather can lead to workplace hazards
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...
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...