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...
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...
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...
The Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine has published a study that may be of interest to parents in New Jersey because it suggests that teens may be more likely to become distracted on the road the earlier that school begins. Researchers looked at the rate of car...
The laws governing workers' compensation in New Jersey are complex so many individuals who suffer an injury at work might struggle to determine whether they are covered in the event of an injury. Trying to sort through the applicable laws can often be difficult,...
Construction contractors in New Jersey and around the country largely depend on supervisors to deliver safety programs, according to a study by Dodge Data & Analytics. In fact, the report found that nearly three-quarters of construction companies rely on...
Construction workers in New Jersey and around the country have very dangerous jobs, and some of the biggest threats they face are posed by toxic substances. Lead and asbestos were widely used on construction projects for decades because they offer excellent protection...
Car accidents caused by drivers running red lights take 800 lives in New Jersey and across the country each year while injuring thousands more people. In many cases, those harmed in these crashes are pedestrians, cyclists and the occupants of other vehicles who had no...
It doesn't matter if you work in an office setting, on a construction site or are in the field all day, it's critical that you take the necessary steps in protecting your safety. Unfortunately, even if you're careful about avoiding trouble at work, there could come a...
People in New Jersey might complain that their jobs are killing them, but the statement is not a joke for too many workers. The latest information from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics showed a 2% increase in work-related fatalities between 2017 and 2018. In 2017,...