In working around vehicles while driving, parking, or loading and unloading, safety needs to be at the forefront of all activities. There are several dangers when working around vehicles, but if you follow some simple safety rules injuries can be avoided. Take the time to get yourself familiar with the vehicle. Know how to use…
Slips, Trips and Falls
In 2021, workplace falls killed more than 5,000 people and injured another 90,000 people. For every serious injury employees lost an average of 31 days. Companies in the transportation industry are higher than this trend. There are a number of variables that contribute to frequency and severity of slips, trips and falls. These include slippery…
Reducing Vehicle Accidents
The largest liability facing the moving and storage industry is motor vehicle accidents. When larger commercial vehicles are involved in accidents, the bodily injury and damage to personal property is 3 to 4 times more severe than accidents that involve private passenger vehicles. A company that takes the time to select the proper driver and…