An increased number of employees in New Jersey report using smartphones and other digital devices on the job. While most people see this as an issue with productivity, being distracted by smartphones can actually cause workplace injuries. A recent study showed that...
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Man charged with vehicular homicide awaits trial
A 19-year-old New Jersey man who authorities say was intoxicated when he became part of a fatal crash with motorcyclists is free on bail until his next court appearance. Police say the man hit a couple riding a Harley Davidson motorcycle in front of him when they...
Survey: most drivers fear distractions are on the rise
Distractions are on the rise, according to 82% of respondents to a Netradyne online survey. You may be wondering what the most common distractions are for drivers in New Jersey and across the U.S. According to the survey, that would be drinking liquids. Yet it is...
Roof hazards present risks to workers
Harsh weather in New Jersey could damage roofs without warning. Thankfully, repair professionals may be able to put a new roof on a home without much delay. These contractors take risks working on roofs, which is why they benefit from following smart steps for better...
Workplace injuries and fatalities continue to decline
Workers in New Jersey face the risk of accidents and injuries at their jobs, and different industries pose different types of risks. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration was created by the Occupational Safety and Health Act in 1970. Since that time, OSHA...
Protecting yourself at work when it is hot outside
Working outside in the New Jersey heat can be dangerous and heat-related work injuries are very common. Heatstroke is a serious medical condition that happens when the body’s temperature is out of control and rises to up to 106 degrees Fahrenheit within only a few...
Nurses must protect themselves on the job
New Jersey hospitals can be a busy place where mishaps happen, so nurses may find themselves at risk for injuries. There are some ways for nurses to cut down their chances of an injurious accident. Hospital staff should never overlook the value of cleanliness....
PF, silicosis becoming linked to artificial stone manufacturing
Pulmonary fibrosis (PF), as many workers in New Jersey should be aware, is a lung disease caused by the inhalation of silica dust. It is linked with fibrosis, or the scarring of the lungs by silica dust. The mineral silica is found in sand, quartz and other kinds of...
Keeping construction workers safe from fall-related hazards
In New Jersey and across the U.S., many construction site owners are failing to raise awareness of fall-related hazards and provide adequate training to employees. The results are injuries that leave victims with short- or long-term disabilities and that cost...
What self-driving cars can and cannot do for safety
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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