July 9-15 is the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s annual Operation Safe Driver Week. Throughout the week, law enforcement officers are extra aware of commercial motor vehicle and passenger vehicle drivers partaking in unsafe driving. Some examples of unsafe driver behaviors include speeding, improper lane changes or passing, driving while under the influence of either drugs … Continued
Trench Safety Stand-down (TSSD) Week is an important event that takes place from June 19-23, 2023. Organized annually by the National Utility Contractors Association (NUCA), the stand-down aims to promote trench safety awareness and emphasize the critical role of protective systems in safeguarding workers from the hazards associated with trenching and excavation work. Trenching and … Continued
It’s National Lightning Safety Awareness Week and we understand the importance of raising awareness about lightning safety and providing valuable information to help protect you, your employees, and your property. In this blog, we’ll share fascinating facts and statistics about lightning while offering practical tips on how to stay safe during thunderstorms. Lightning Facts and … Continued
This year’s International Roadcheck, May 16th-18th, will focus on the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and proper cargo securement on a commercial motor vehicle. ABS ABS violations are not out-of-service violations; however, the ABS plays a critical role in reducing collisions. A properly functioning ABS will prevent wheels from locking up or skidding, allowing a driver … Continued
April is Carbon Monoxide Safety and Awareness Month Month and at Henderson Brothers, we want to ensure the safety of our clients’ families and homes from carbon monoxide. One of the most dangerous and often overlooked threats to home safety is carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), … Continued
Every year businesses are required to post physical (and in some cases electronically) report summaries of the work-related incidents that occurred at their places of business or project sites. February 1st marks the deadline for you to tabulate your annual OSHA Log Summary (OSHA Form 300A) and post it in a common area wherever notices to … Continued
National Hurricane Preparedness Week, which is scheduled for May 1-7 this year, encourages individuals to evaluate their personal hurricane risks and implement measures to keep themselves and their homes protected during a hurricane. Hurricanes have become an increasingly prevalent concern throughout many Southern states and along much of the East Coast. In fact, the National … Continued
