By Danielle Alley, Public Information and Social Media Coordinator Chances are you spend a lot of time driving, but how often do you think about the choices you make when driving and how they affect others on the road? Small actions you take while driving may put others at risk. These include using a cell … Continue reading Watch the Road: These Reminders Could Save Your Life
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Work zones are a sign to slow down
By Danielle Alley, Social Media and Public Information Coordinator Last year, 29 people were killed in work zone crashes in Ohio. That’s why each spring we recognize National Work Zone Awareness Week to spread the message that we’re all responsible for work zone safety. Why do we do this in the spring? As the weather … Continue reading Work zones are a sign to slow down
Tips for adjusting to daylight saving time
By Delia Treaster, Ph.D., CPE, Ergonomic Technical Advisor, BWC Division of Safety & Hygiene Daylight saving time begins at 2 a.m. this Sunday, meaning it’s once again time to “spring forward” and set the clocks ahead one hour. The time change, which costs you an hour of sleep, can impact your circadian rhythm, cause you … Continue reading Tips for adjusting to daylight saving time
Halloween driving safety: Ghouls and goblins just ahead
By Bob Braun, Regional Business Development Manager BWC advocates safe driving all year long, but we all must remember to be especially attentive on the roadways tomorrow. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that Halloween is consistently one of the top three days for pedestrian injuries and fatalities. Because excited trick-or-treaters often forget about … Continue reading Halloween driving safety: Ghouls and goblins just ahead
Promote driving safety at your company and at home
By Jennifer Morgan, BWC Fleet Supervisor The other day I was driving to work on a three-lane freeway when a silver Honda in front of me swerved left of center, which caused the mid-sized Ford in the left lane to jerk quickly to avoid making contact with the Honda. The Ford's appropriate instinct caused a chain reaction in the left lane. Meanwhile … Continue reading Promote driving safety at your company and at home
Cell phones + driving = distraction
As the beginning of Distracted Driving Awareness Month approaches, Abe Al-Tarawneh, Superintendent of our Division of Safety & Hygiene takes a look back at early studies he conducted related to the use of cell phones while driving. I am always amazed by our ability to overlook our mishaps and judgment error. We humans are so … Continue reading Cell phones + driving = distraction
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