According to new information from the U.S. Department of Transportation, road fatalities spiked in the first six months of 2021.
Letting people rush around as fast as they want seemed like a recipe for an increase in both the number and severity of car crashes.
Throughout the pandemic, New York City’s public transportation kept running, where essential workers were able to keep their jobs.
Trucking companies face many hazards, from poor road conditions to inclement weather to mechanical failure. One less obvious but equally pressing threat facing this industry is fraud.
The first half of 2021 is looking similar to the previous deadly year on the roads.
CSX Transportation Inc. illegally fired two of its workers after they reported unsafe conditions.
Winter weather can make an already dangerous job that much more hazardous.
Protect yourself and loved ones by addressing roadway risks September 3-6.
Although there were less people out and about during quarantine, traffic deaths spiked by 7.2 percent last year.
Injuries and Fatalities are high; the NSC created a list to help keep safe.
Episode 75
Summer brings with it some great things, but safety directors know that it can also bring increased safety risks for workers on the job. Listen in as we count down the top five most common summertime safety risks.
Memorial Day weekend is right around the corner; here are drivers’ safety tips to prevent accidents and crashes this holiday provided by the National Safety Council.
Episode 65
In this episode of the podcast, Editor Sydny Shepard takes a look into the global mental health crisis and discusses Distracted Driving Awareness Month as well as the ins and outs of becoming fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
The STB is issuing new rules on billing and plans affecting a new logistics park.
Campaign helps educate transportation operators educate the public about the federal requirement to wear masks while traveling.
Under the new legislation, coronavirus testing for transportation workers would be prioritized.
For essential workers that must work through the cold conditions, there are many things to keep in mind to stay safe and healthy through the winter storm.
Episode 53
On this Safety Speak episode of the podcast, Editor Sydny Shepard discusses the new OSHA guidance on COVID-19, the Center for Construction Research and Training’s new bulletin on nonfatal injury trends in the construction industry as well as news and studies surrounding transportation safety.
After his Feb 2. Senate confirmation, he is expected to oversee the rebuilding of America’s roads and help strengthen transportation systems.