One Road, One Goal In 2021, more than 500 motorcycle riders were killed and more than 2,300 were seriously injured in crashes on Texas roads, according to the Texas Department of Transportation. That’s more than six riders seriously injured every day. Crashes affect workplaces in variety of ways, no matter the mode of transportation. When …
May 2023 Newsletter: Safety is a Journey That Brings You Home Read More »
Stronger Together Ask three people to define the word “drive” and chances are you’ll get three different responses. Ask Jill Christie and she’ll tell you drive is an acronym for Decisions, Responsibilities, Initiatives, Vision and Education. Christie is the coordinator of the D.R.I.V.E. Safe Coalition, which serves 13 counties in the Abilene District. Our team …
March 2023 Newsletter: Brighter Future Born Out of Shared Safety Vision Read More »
March 6-12 is a unique week on the NHTSA 2023 Highway Traffic Safety Events Calendar. Throughout the year, most events focus on drivers, occupants and driving behaviors, but March 6-12 focuses on vehicles. Vehicle Safety Recalls Week is the core of the Check To Protect program. The observance serves to remind drivers, employers and employee …
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Win the Biggest Game February is the time to cheer on your favorite team in the big game (and vote for your favorite commercial) and select the perfect gift for your sweetheart on Valentine’s Day. Take this opportunity to share a life-saving message with your coworkers before they head out for all the celebrations. DRIVE …
February 2023 Newsletter: Deliver a Super Safety Message Read More »
Safety Coach12 Minutes to Discovery In the final days of December, many of your employees will attend workplace events and family gatherings where drinks will be served. Share this simple reminder: Have fun, be safe. Take this opportunity to review how impairment from alcohol and other drugs can affect performance on the job and behind …
December 2022 Safety Coach: Holiday Happiness, Not Heartache Read More »
Many crashes occur during the holiday season, when the roads are particularly crowded with travelers. We shop for those perfect gifts, set out to see relatives and drive to and from festive events. There is so much to do, and we can lose our focus. Recently, while out shopping, I experienced this very thing. Someone …
Tips to Support Older Drivers Many of your employees drive almost every day, whether as a regular part of their job, to commute to work or run errands around town. Have you examined how you support drivers 55 and older through your safety training program? The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 41 million people 55 …
December 2022 Newsletter: Unwrap These Safety Gifts Read More »
In two years, the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects there will be 41 million people 55 and older working in the U.S. Another 13 million workers will be 65 and older. Supporting workers at every stage of life is essential. But how can we best-support drivers who are 55 or older? Older drivers tend to …
Safety CoachBuckle Up for Holiday Travel In the coming days, millions of Americans will jam roads and airports during the long Thanksgiving weekend. Some will hop in the back seat of a ride-share vehicle on their way to or from the airport. Will they buckle up? What reason do people give for not buckling up …
November 2022 Safety Coach: Feast on Two Helpings of Safety Read More »
