January is National Bath Safety Month. While baths and showers are necessary, they can also present great risk for young children as well as older adults. From accidental drowning to slipping in the shower, many injuries can be prevented with these tips. Make sure to have a no-slip rug or bathmat beside the tub or […]
Fire Safety for Kids: Prevent Burns from Gas Fireplaces
Every day, three children under the age of six go to the emergency room for burns related to fireplaces, according to Safe Kids Worldwide. To raise awareness about the dangers associated with gas fireplaces, they created a great infographic which you can find here. Third-degree burns can occur with less than one second of contact […]
Prevent Holiday Injuries This Season
The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission has compiled advice for keeping everyone safe and preventing holiday injuries this season. From holiday cooking and decoration to the toys under the Christmas tree, safety issues can cause serious injuries. Holiday Injuries in the Kitchen Cooking is the top cause of residential fires. An average of 1,700 […]
Reduce the Likelihood of Work-Related Crashes
Hoosier workers are more likely to be killed by motor vehicle crashes than by any other work-related hazards. In 2014, 52 individuals died due to incidents related to transportation while working in Indiana. These incidents included car accidents, non-roadway accidents involving motorized land vehicles, and pedestrians who were struck by vehicles while working. These incidents […]
Meet the SaferCar App and 5-Star Safety Ratings Program
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) offers a variety of free resources to help you stay safe on the road. Let’s take a look at the recently redesigned SaferCar app and the 5-Star Safety Ratings Program to see how they work! SaferCar Mobile App The SaferCar app allows you to save your vehicles, car […]
