Preventing Crashes with Stationary Objects
Hitting stationary objects are preventable crashes. The key to preventing such accidents is to recognize the hazards that can lead to a collision with a ...
04/08/20
Combatting Substance Abuse
Substance abuse involves more than taking illegal drugs. It also includes misusing alcohol, prescription medications, and other legal substances if too much is ...
04/06/20
Know the Hazards of Rollovers
Tractor-trailers typically have a high center of gravity, which makes them susceptible to rollover crashes. The key to preventing a rollover is for drivers to be ...
03/04/20
Preventing Accidents When Backing Up
One out of four vehicle accidents can be attributed to poor backing techniques, according to the National Safety Council. The Council also found that backing ...
03/02/20
Employee Fatigue is a Risk That Can Be Managed
Sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, and insomnia are just a few sleep disorders that affect all employees, not only truck drivers. According to the National ...
02/25/20
In Rem: History and Commercial Insurance Application
For those in the commercial casualty insurance industry, you may have come across the term 鈥淚n Rem,鈥� but may not be very familiar with it. Just what is In Rem, ...
12/09/19
Managing Catastrophic Workers' Compensation Injuries in Partnership with a TPA
After receiving a call that an employee has been involved in a catastrophic accident, the next steps taken are critical to the outcome of how the claim develops ...
11/18/19
Mirror Use: A Key to Safe Driving
Mirrors are an essential piece of safety equipment. A skilled driver knows how to use mirrors to help manage the space around the truck and avoid crashes while ...
11/07/19
Workers' Compensation Claims: Protect Against Slips, Trips & Falls
Protecting against slips, trips, and falls is an essential component of a workers' compensation program. A broken ankle due to a slippery floor. A back sprain ...
11/05/19
Cannabis in the Workplace
More than half of U.S. states have decriminalized some form of medical or recreational marijuana, and the demand for cannabis is increasing dramatically. ...
10/22/19