National Work Zone Awareness Week is April 20-24, 2020. The theme is “Safe Work Zones for All: Protect workers. Protect road users.” Held at the start of construction season, this annual spring campaign encourages safe driving through work zones. This year is the 20th annual National Work Zone Awareness Week. Work Zone Safety Training April […]
Is Your Child Ready for a Booster Seat?
When does it make sense to move your child from a car seat to a booster seat? Many parents and caregivers struggle with this decision as children get older. The safest seat for a child in an automobile is a car seat that has a 5-point harness which is properly used and tightened, says Safe […]
Newer Vehicles Are Safer Vehicles
Vehicle technology and safety has changed significantly since the invention of the automobile. Advancements in engineering, analysis of crash data, and detailed research has led to safer vehicles. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) sets and enforces safety standards for vehicles. As the NHTSA celebrates 50 years of safety, here’s a look at some […]
The Caregiver’s Guide to Older Adult Fall Prevention
Millions of Americans ages 65 and older fall each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). More than one out of every four older adults falls each year, but fewer than half tell their doctor. Falling one time doubles the chance that a person will fall again. Falls can cause more […]
New Takata Recall: Defective Inflators
Air bag manufacturer Takata has issued a new recall involving air bags that were built with non-azide driver inflators (NADI). This is separate from the ongoing air bag inflator recalls that affect over 41 million vehicles. What’s Going On? The issue with the recalled air bags is that defective inflators could explode, or cause the […]
