Transportation Safety


NSC Responds to Sean Duffy’s Confirmation as U.S. Transportation Secretary

NSC Responds to Sean Duffy’s Confirmation as U.S. Transportation Secretary

The National Safety Council welcomes Sean Duffy as U.S. transportation secretary and urges action on key traffic safety initiatives.

OSHA Partners with NSC and Road to Zero Coalition to Address Workplace Motor Vehicle Fatalities

OSHA Partners with NSC and Road to Zero Coalition to Address Workplace Motor Vehicle Fatalities

The collaboration aims to reduce transportation-related workplace fatalities by promoting safe driving practices.

Fatal Workplace Injuries Declined in 2023, According to Latest BLS Data

Fatal Workplace Injuries Declined in 2023, According to Latest BLS Data

Fatal workplace injuries in the U.S. decreased in 2023, with transportation incidents remaining the top cause of death.

OSHA Awards Over $2 Million to Airline Pilot Fired for Reporting Safety Concerns

OSHA Awards Over $2 Million to Airline Pilot Fired for Reporting Safety Concerns

OSHA ordered Asia Pacific Airlines to pay over $2 million after retaliating against a pilot who raised safety concerns.

NSC Secures $950K in Grants to Improve Roadway Safety

NSC Secures $950K in Grants to Improve Roadway Safety

The grants aim to enhance workplace traffic safety programs in Texas, Ohio and Louisiana.

ASSP Updates Motor Vehicle Safety Standard for Fleet Management

ASSP Updates Motor Vehicle Safety Standard for Fleet Management

The ASSP has revised a key standard to improve fleet safety practices and reduce motor vehicle crashes.

The Real Culprits Behind Road Accidents: Understanding and Changing Driver Attitudes

The Real Culprits Behind Road Accidents: Understanding and Changing Driver Attitudes

Beyond skills and knowledge: how attitudes and risk tolerance influence driving safety.

Operation Lifesaver Announces $190,000 in Rail Transit Safety Education Grants

Operation Lifesaver Announces $190,000 in Rail Transit Safety Education Grants

Applications for competitive grants focused on rail transit safety education and public awareness initiatives are open until September 1, 2024.



FMCSA Announces $480 Million in Grants to Prevent Injuries Involving Commercial Motor Vehicles

FMCSA Announces $480 Million in Grants to Prevent Injuries Involving Commercial Motor Vehicles

The agency has allocated $480 million to improve commercial vehicle safety and reduce roadway fatalities.

DOL Cites Goods Transport Provider for Safety Violations

DOL Cites Goods Transport Provider for Safety Violations

Rail Modal Group LLC faces $261,375 in proposed penalties.

OSHA, NSC Unite to Combat Distracted Driving in the Workplace with Upcoming Panel

OSHA, NSC Unite to Combat Distracted Driving in the Workplace with Upcoming Panel

The April 10 event is timed to take place during Distracted Driving Awareness Month.

NSC Urges Drivers to Check Their Vehicles for Outstanding Recalls

NSC Urges Drivers to Check Their Vehicles for Outstanding Recalls

This statement is timed with the NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Recalls Week, which runs from March 4-10, 2024.

NSC Reports More Than 44,000 Deaths from Traffic Accidents in 2023

NSC Reports More Than 44,000 Deaths from Traffic Accidents in 2023

Seven states and the District of Columbia have seen increases of at least 10 percent.

NSC Receives Nearly $1 Million in Federal Grants for Employer Traffic Safety

NSC Receives Nearly $1 Million in Federal Grants for Employer Traffic Safety

The funding will expand the Our Driving Concern program in three states.

Raising the Bar: The Rise of Rigid Rail Systems in Aviation and Rail Worker Safety

Raising the Bar: The Rise of Rigid Rail Systems in Aviation and Rail Worker Safety

How the next generation of fall protection systems will streamline safety, productivity, and cost-efficiency in transportation businesses.

AIHA Guideline Foundation Awarded $10,000 by ACC for Emergency Response Plans

AIHA Guideline Foundation Awarded $10,000 by ACC for Emergency Response Plans

The funds aim to bolster the development of guidelines for hazardous airborne exposures.

6 Practical Ways to Keep Drivers Safe on the Job: What Employers Can Do

6 Practical Ways to Keep Drivers Safe on the Job What Employers Can Do

By adopting six practical strategies, employers can meet the delivery demands of a fast-paced world while safeguarding the individuals who steer toward progress.

4 Tips for Staying Safe While Transporting Passengers

What advice does NIOSH provide on preventing violence as a driver?

How AI, IoT and The Cloud are Keeping Fleet Vehicle Drivers Safer Today

How AI, IoT and The Cloud are Keeping Fleet Vehicle Drivers Safer Today

Advancements in technology can play a role in helping more workers may it home at the end of the day.

Road Safety: Almost 470 People Could Die from Memorial Day Weekend Crashes, NSC Estimates

Road Safety: Almost 470 People Could Die from Memorial Day Weekend Crashes, NSC Estimates

As you pack your bags and get ready to travel, remember to drive safely this weekend. It could save your life.

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