How has COVID-19 affected traffic accident fatality rates?
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted every aspect of day-to-day life around the world, including driving. Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) indicates that, while the total number of vehicles on roads has decreased, the number of fatal traffic accidents has increased[1].
Bob Pishue from Inrix Research conducted a study regarding the pandemic’s effect on traffic patterns and noted the following...
Remembering and Preventing Workplace Injuries and Fatalities
Each year, on April 28th, Canada marks a national day of remembrance, dedicated to those individuals who have suffered injury or died, due to a workplace accident. The National Day of Mourning, known as Workers’ Memorial Day in the US...
Building Code Compliance and Litigation
Building codes are a part of regional law. The “Building Code” is a package of codes enforced throughout most of the state. Each region has its own code, written with its particular circumstances of density and size in mind...
Risk Factors for Pedestrian Fatalities: How Can Pedestrian Safety be Increased?
Certain factors may increase the chances of a pedestrian fatality. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the most common risk factors for a pedestrian fatality are as follows...
What is Drowsy Driving and How Can You Prevent It?
Drowsy driving is a risk factor for motor vehicle accidents (MVAs). According to a 2017 summary released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), from 2011 to 2015, drowsy driving was a factor in approximately...
Seatbelts and Motor Vehicle Fatalities
Seatbelts reduce the chances of a motor vehicle fatality by keeping the vehicle occupant inside the vehicle after a motor vehicle accident (MVA). Unbuckled drivers may be totally ejected from the vehicle...