A fully loaded commercial truck is a pretty formidable obstacle on the road. When a semitruck isn’t properly maintained, it can lead to big problems and serious accidents for both the truck driver and others on the road. Unfortunately, trucking companies often try to...
In theory, forklifts are labor-saving machines that can make life much easier for people in industrial and commercial settings, including coal mines. Forklifts make it much simpler to move, store or lift heavy materials and equipment. A forklift can lift in a single...
Carpooling may be better for the environment and for traffic congestion, but does it actually make us less safe? Would the roads be a safer place if everyone simply drove alone? It will never happen, but there is some evidence that it should. Experts note that...
There’s no question that there are many hazards on the roads. During the late winter and early spring, you may notice that there is an uptick in the construction teams working on your local highways. Since summer is boiling hot in Alabama, many teams use this time to...
Mining has never been a safe industry in which to work. Every miner knows that accidents can happen in the blink of an eye. But new data from the United States Department of Labor and the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) indicates that mining is getting a...
Whiplash is a serious condition, though it is one of the most common in car crashes. Many people think of whiplash as a simple condition that will resolve on its own, but it can be severe enough to cause lasting, chronic pain and dysfunction. Whiplash happens when...
Even a minor car accident requires attention to detail, so it’s critical that you slow down and take all the right steps. If you get ahead of yourself, you could make a mistake that puts your safety and health at risk, while also harming your ability to obtain the...
