Since most motor vehicle accidents are the result of human error, it seems to follow that New Jersey drivers would be significantly safer in autonomous vehicles. However, a study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has found that the ability of autonomous...
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Tire blowouts do not have to cause accidents
Trucks driving down the New Jersey Turnpike or I-78 can pose a danger to other vehicles on the road, especially when there is a tire blowout. Some drivers will lose control of their truck, and the resulting accident can cause severe injuries. However, these types of...
OSHA unable to investigate small farm injuries or deaths
Workers in New Jersey and across the U.S. may be familiar with the OSHA standards that govern the industry they are in. Usually, OSHA can inspect workplaces and enforce its standards, but this is not so for small farms. In 1976, Congress attached a rider to OSHA's...
Study: established companies survive by ignoring worker safety
An international team of researchers conducted a study that showed how established and financially secure businesses are able to thrive by ignoring workplace safety. Workers in New Jersey may be saddened to hear this, but from many employers' point of view, it's...
Most common injuries sustained by construction workers
Construction workers in New Jersey should know that they are among the most injury-prone of all workers. Of the 3.3 million non-fatal workplace injuries and illnesses that were reported in 2009, 9% were incurred by construction workers. This is according to the CDC,...
BLS: older workers more likely to die on the job
The Bureau of Labor Statistics has found that older workers (aged 55 and above) in New Jersey and around the country are more liable to be fatally injured on the job. From 1992 to 2017, the number of workplace fatalities overall went down 17%, yet the number among...
The causes of foot injuries on the job
You suffered a foot injury on the job and are wondering if there is any hope for stability and recovery. Fortunately, you may file for workers' compensation benefits here in New Jersey and be reimbursed for all of your medical expenses as well as in some cases for a...
Avoiding vehicle-related incidents in roadside work zones
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, an average of 745 people, including workers and non-workers, die annually in roadside work zones. NHTSA and the Bureau of Labor Statistics have found that, despite state-level efforts to improve work...
How to prevent trouble when driving in heavy winds
The spring season in New Jersey has the potential to bring rainstorms and heavy winds to the area. If you're caught in inclement weather while driving, it's critical to change your approach to the road as to enhance your safety.One thing you should never forget is...
How to get messages out quickly to employees
Employers in New Jersey and elsewhere must take reasonable steps to keep their workers safe. While many companies have safety protocols in place, they may not be enough to truly prevent someone from getting hurt. For instance, an organization may lack the ability to...
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