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Child Passenger Safety Week
Motor vehicle accidents have remained the leading cause of fatality for children under the age of 14 for decades. Sadly, most of these tragedies on the road have been preventable with the use of an appropriate car seat. In 2020, the National Highway Transportation Safety... (Keep Reading)
How Technology Can Build a Safer Work Culture in Construction
Construction is a dangerous industry, one of the most hazardous jobs in the country. Safety initiatives are critical to protecting workers from severe and fatal injuries. But an article by EHS Today reported that a lack of new technology in the construction industry is preventing... (Keep Reading)
Work Zone Accidents
Hundreds of people are killed in work zones annually in the United States. In 2020, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) reported 857 fatalities related to work zone accidents, up from 845 the year prior. Work zone accidents occur quickly and can be catastrophic for unprotected... (Keep Reading)
New Driving Law to Protect NYC Pedestrians and Cyclists
New legislation beginning in January 2023 will require all prospective drivers in New York City to learn about pedestrian and bicycle safety to obtain their license. According to a recent article by Gothamist, Governor Hochul signed a bill on July 15 that will mandate drivers... (Keep Reading)
Safe + Sound Week Keeps Construction Workers Safe
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) found that an average of 1 in 5 American workers who sustained fatal injuries yearly are in a construction trade. Sadly, most of these tragedies resulted from the Top 10 Most Frequently Cited OSHA Violations, citations given to... (Keep Reading)
What You Need to Know About NYC Summer Streets
The Summer Streets program is returning to New York City for the first time in three years, and residents cannot wait to be rid of all the vehicles for a bit. Starting August 6, for three consecutive Saturdays, New York pedestrians and cyclists will have... (Keep Reading)
New Construction Bill to Reduce Fatal Trench Accidents
A new construction bill titled Carlos’ Law would provide additional cave-in protection for trench workers if signed by Governor Hochul by the end of the year. According to Construction Pros, the new bill would increase fines for businesses who violate laws regarding trench safety and... (Keep Reading)
Dangers of Walking Across the Queensboro Bridge
The shared pedestrian bike path on the Queensboro Bridge has New York City pedestrians fearing for their lives. A recent article by Streetsblog highlighted several serious safety concerns for walking commuters on the two-way shared pathway, increasing pedestrian accidents and causing people to skip walking... (Keep Reading)
Undocumented Worker Fatalities Uncovered in the Bronx
A recent investigation by The New York Times uncovered a deadly trend on a construction site in the Bronx, bringing to light an ongoing coverup of undocumented worker deaths in the industry. Two months ago, The New York Times published an article about three immigrant... (Keep Reading)
NYC’s Best and Worst Hospitals 2022
In the 2022 edition of the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades, New York State hospitals have shown a slight rise in the ranks, rated 44th in the nation compared to 47th in Fall 2021. Among the facilities evaluated, 12.7% received an A-grade compared to only 8%... (Keep Reading)
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