Can We Reduce Crashes In Construction Zones?
It is no secret that construction/work zones are areas of increased risk for motor vehicle accidents. Construction/work zone safety is a motor vehicle safety issue of the upmost importance. The National Safety Council reported that 857 people were...
What Are The Demands On Balance Control After We Take A Recovery Step?
When we trip, slip or miss-step, we do not give any thought to the complicated processes occurring as our leg swings through the air and after our foot contacts the ground. This entire response happens rapidly, within milliseconds. Interestingly, for many years, researchers...
What Are Some Ways You Can Make Your Organization OSHA Compliant?
When managing and maintaining the workplace, employee safety should be a number one priority. It is up to every organization to follow the guidelines set by the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA). An OSHA compliant organization means that...
Can Simulation Software Be Utilized For Reconstructing Premise Accidents?
As discussed in our previous blog, there are many tools at the disposal of Accident Reconstructionists to aid in the reconstruction of accidents involving pedestrians. But did you know, these same programs can also be used to aid in the reconstruction of premise accidents?
Are Pedestrian Fatalities On The Rise In The United States? A Research Update
Our previous blogs have covered pedestrian safety, including some suggested pedestrian safety tips. However, research and estimates for the first part of 2021 suggest that pedestrian fatalities are on the rise.
The Governors Highway Safety Association: Pedestrian Traffic Fatalities by State report projects that in the first six months of 2021...
What Are The Implications From A Loss Of Balance In Older Adults? - Hip Fractures
In a follow-up to our previous blog, regarding traumatic brain injuries and falls in older adults, another serious injury which can occur as a result of a fall are hip fractures. In older adults, a hip fracture has been associated with more than...