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March 2024 Safety Coach: Distracted Driving – Join Panel Discussion, Then Toot Your Safety Horn

Safety CoachFull Attention Distracted driving crashes are on the rise, according to research collected and analyzed by the National Safety Council and Cambridge Mobile Telematics. What can you do to cut crash costs, prevent injuries and save lives? Join us for a free online webinar on Tuesday, April 2: Distracted Driving and Reducing Risk. NSC […]

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March 2024 Newsletter: We’re ‘Sham-Rocking’ Our Green to Mark a Special Safety Occasion

Go Green for Safety This time of year, it is traditional for friends and neighbors to share their favorite corned beef and cabbage recipes or let you know where they buy those green-frosted cupcakes. Of course, this is all part of the prep for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. Many will wear green and go out

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February 2024 Safety Coach: Think Spring and Let a Safer Tomorrow Bloom

Safety CoachCheckup Time Spring is upon us, and many will take to the road for a well-deserved break. As employers, we always have safety top of mind, especially when it comes to driving. We encourage safe travel, distraction-free driving and occupant protection for our employees, whether they are driving on or off the job. There

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January 2024 Safety Coach: Prepare for Driving in Inclement Weather and Learn Co-Pilot Rights

Safety CoachWeather the Storm In recent days, high winds, rain, sleet and snow have moved through Amarillo, the Texas Panhandle and many other parts of the state. Sloppy driving conditions can make it hazardous for commuters to get to and from work, and for company drivers to call on accounts, transport goods or make deliveries.

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2023 October Newsletter: Reduce Risks with Teen Driver Toolkit and Get a Fast Pass to Safety

Risk Reduction Car crashes are the leading cause of preventable death for teens, and DriveitHOME, a program of the National Safety Council, is committed to keeping new drivers safe by getting parents and caregivers more involved as their teens learn to drive. In partnership with Honda, DriveitHOME is offering parents, caregivers and stakeholders a free

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2023 September Safety Coach: Keep Motorists and Pedestrians Safe with Education and Free Training

Safety CoachBest Foot Forward Nearly everyone is a pedestrian at some point during the day, so you likely will want to share free resources to improve pedestrian safety at your workplace and get ideas to participate in National Pedestrian Safety Month this October. How can motorists and pedestrians work together to share the roads and

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This gold star is a symbol of the commitment to safety displayed by each of the 2023 Our Driving Concern Texas Employer Traffic Safety award winners.

2023 August Safety Coach: Model These Best Practices and Plan for Labor Day Safety!

Safety CoachShining Stars Safety is a core value at all nine of the Texas organizations recognized through the 2023 Our Driving Concern Texas Employer Traffic Safety awards program. Each one is committed to keeping road users safe by establishing safe-driving policies and procedures, as well as investing in continuing education and training. Many use tools

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2023 August Newsletter: Back to School: Safety Starts with Education and Training

School Zone Safety During the school year, high traffic in school zones, particularly during morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up periods, can create additional driving hazards. With most children headed back to school later this month, it’s a good time to raise awareness of pedestrian safety and take another look at your journey management protocols. Start

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NSC, Our Driving Concern Recognize Road Safety Leaders in Texas

2023 Awards: Nine Recipients Demonstrate Commitment to Go the Extra Mile for Safety Safety is a core value at all nine organizations recognized through the 2023 Our Driving Concern Texas Employer Traffic Safety awards program. Each one has committed to keeping road users safe by establishing safe driving policies and procedures as well as investing

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