Common Causes of Car Accidents #3: Impaired driving. One second is all it takes to get into an accident because as soon as you take your eyes off the road, you lose Driving while under the influence of drugs (legal or illegal) or alcohol is considered “impaired” driving. Some medications, including both prescription and over-the-counter, can [...]
Common Causes of Car Accidents #2: Distracted driving. One second is all it takes to get into an accident because as soon as you take your eyes off the road, you lose awareness of the car ahead of you, any light or traffic changes, and any unexpected obstacles, such as a child chasing a ball into [...]
Common Causes of Car Accidents #1: Not obeying traffic lights Two common things happen at traffic lights that shouldn't: vehicles speed up to beat a red light and vehicles jump the light (start driving before it turns green). Both practices are dangerous and can lead to serious accidents, especially when one driver runs a yellow [...]
Winter Safety Tip for Business Owners Tip #4: Designate safe walking paths to and from building to discourage potentially hazardous shortcuts. When it’s cold, it’s easy to look for the shortest, fastest route from your vehicle to the entrance. Slip and fall injuries can result in injuries, pain, embarrassment, expensive medical bills and missed work, [...]
Winter Safety Tip for Business Owners #3: Keep walking paths clear and well lit. The sun rises late and sets early in winter, meaning we spend more time in the dark. As a property owner, it’s essential to install proper lighting at all sidewalks, curbs, walking paths, parking lots, and stairways to ensure guests and [...]
Winter Safety Tip for Business Owners #2: Salt or de-ice all walkways, steps, decks/patios, and parking lots. Black ice is dangerous for both pedestrians and drivers. Stock up on your preferred salt or de-icer (like magnesium chloride which is pet safe and environmentally friendly!) and then be proactive about throwing it down on all walking [...]
Winter Safety Tip for Business Owners #1: Practice “slip, trip, and fall” indoor safety precautions. As a business owner, you want to ensure the safety of your employees, customers, and guests alike. Not only can this prevent an accident from occurring on your property, it can set a positive tone for your business as a [...]
Winter Driving Safety Tip #5: Stay calm and give yourself extra travel time. When roads are snowy or icy it's much harder to slow down quickly, even impossible in certain conditions. Slamming on the brakes or turning sharply can lead to skidding and loss of control. Rather than put yourself in a situation where you [...]
Winter Driving Safety Tip #4: Drive at an appropriate speed. Icy roads make slowing down quickly impossible. When visibility is low and roads are snowy or icy, slow down and drive below the speed limit. Slower speeds combined with greater distances between vehicles can reduce your need to slam on the brakes or turn sharply, [...]
Winter Driving Safety Tip #3: Completely clear your vehicle of ice and snow. Even on a bright, sunny day, it’s vital to take the time to clear ice and snow off all windows, mirrors, lights, and reflectors, as well as the hood, roof, and trunk of your vehicle. Leaving ice or snow on your vehicle [...]
