To start the new year, let’s look at impaired driving through a new lens. Let’s also take a look at Choice Theory, a work created by Dr. William Glasser more than 20 years ago, and learn how his findings still can resonate in promoting transportation safety today. In the Choice Theory, Glasser outlines how individuals are empowered …
You want to eat a bag of popcorn, watch a movie and enjoy all the little moments that make your life special. In order to do so, you also will want to embrace road safety. Now, let’s make the connection. In a talk at your workplace, use data from the Texas Department of Transportation to demonstrate how …
In this safety message, Our Driving Concern Senior Program Manager Lisa Robinson speaks to risks involving impairment. Her message is one that nearly everyone can identify with on some level. Make time at your location to review the 4 Ds of impairment – drunk, drugged, distracted and drowsy driving.
Small Pieces, Big Picture As you say hello to a new day, consider a new way: Look at each piece of your health and safety management system as part of a puzzle designed to meet the needs of your company and its employees. Policies and procedures are in place. Safety drills are conducted and first …
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Safety in 60 Seconds It can be difficult to find an hour to think about ways to be innovative or productive at work, but everyone can spare 60 seconds. Sixty seconds is all you need for a safety talk to highlight risks associated with drug-impaired driving. Call it a safety minute. Our new 60-second safety …
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When people think about impaired driving, they think about driving under the influence of alcohol or illicit drugs. But impairment also can be caused by medications, including prescription and over-the-counter drugs. Some can cause dizziness and fatigue. In fact, more than half of drivers admitted to U.S. trauma centers following crashes tested positive for drugs …
Safety CoachStop at This Safety Oasis In the heat of July and August, your company’s fleet vehicles will be put to the performance test. And many employees who drive personal vehicles for work likewise will be challenged. Let’s talk about how you can help keep your people and equipment safe on the roads. Share my …
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I say, fireworks. You say, Fourth of July. Let’s work together to ensure the fireworks light up the sky, not the roadways. The Fourth of July holiday is a celebration of America’s independence and the rituals of summer. Many of your employees will travel to attend get-togethers with family and friends. There will be good …
Already in 10 states and the District of Columbia, it is fully legal to use marijuana for medicinal and recreational purposes. As more legislation is introduced elsewhere across America and more laws are changed, workplace safety managers need to understand how the legalization of marijuana is creating new challenges. Will you need to update or …
