The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) states that most fire-related injuries are burns; approximately every 60 seconds an individual in the US sustains a burn injury that is serious enough to require treatment. Burn Awareness Week is observed during the … Continue reading
2019 Takata Vehicle Recalls
For the past several years, Takata air bags have presented a risk to American drivers. So far, tens of millions of vehicles with these air bags are under recall. Long-term exposure to high heat and humidity can cause the air … Continue reading
New Window Cord Safety Standard
Between 2012 and 2017, there were 50 infant and child fatalities reported to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) that were related to window cord strangulation. To help prevent child injuries, a new voluntary standard (ANSI/WCMA A100.1-2018) took … Continue reading
Drunk Driving Deaths Increase in December
In the US, automobile accidents are a leading cause of death for individuals ages 1-54, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The risk of being in a car accident increases during the holiday season. There are several … Continue reading
Delivery Safety for Home & Business
This time of year, you’re probably finding great deals online and stocking up on holiday gifts at home as well as at the office. You might feel cozy sipping a cup of hot tea next to your computer as you … Continue reading