Every year more than 2,000 North Americans are killed or seriously injured due to unsafe behavior around railroad tracks and trains. Operation Lifesaver, Inc. (OLI) and Operation Lifesaver Canada are partnering to raise awareness and encourage safe behavior around railroad tracks during Rail Safety Week, which takes place in the fourth week in September. Stop […]
Safe Sleeping for Infants: Inclined Sleeper Recalls
Fisher-Price, Dorel Juvenile Group USA, and Kids II are among the companies who have recalled inclined and rocking sleepers for infants in the past year. Infant fatalities have occurred in these sleepers, most frequently when the infants rolled from their backs to their stomachs or sides while unrestrained. Creating a safe sleep environment for infants […]
Preventing Eye Injuries: Digital Eyestrain
August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month, and school is back in session. It’s a good time to consider whether too much screen time may be harming your child’s visual development—and if it is, learn what you can do about it. Causes of Digital Eyestrain Ophthalmologists are reporting an increase in child patients who […]
School’s in Session! Here’s How to Help Your Kids Stay Safe
It’s hard to believe that it’s already the beginning of another school year. As the new academic term ramps up, life can get pretty busy. We’re rounding up some of our favorite school safety tips to share with the students in your life! Getting to School Distracted walking is a real danger, especially in a […]
Summer Driving Safety
When is the last time you tuned up your vehicle? While we often think of driving during winter snow or spring thunderstorms as particularly dangerous, the summer months present their own challenges. Performing regular vehicle maintenance can help you stay ready to hit the road at a moment’s notice. Vehicle Safety Inspection The National Highway […]
