Many types of heavy machinery, such as hydraulic presses or conveyor belts, may use two-button activation systems. Instead of having a single button that a worker pushes to start the machine, they have to push both buttons at the same time. The machine is powered on...
Auto Accidents
2 dangers delivery drivers face
Delivery drivers provide valuable services to homes and businesses. Whether they’re bringing lunch from a favorite restaurant or delivering holiday gifts, these drivers deserve to remain safe while they do their job duties. There are several things that delivery...
Preparing to drive safely during the holiday season
The holiday season is one of the busiest times on U.S. roads, both due to increased attendance at any number of celebrations and the desire of many people to see loved ones who may live “near or far.” Due to all the hustle and bustle of the season, the importance of...
Dangers of fatigued driving
Getting behind the wheel of a car is a responsibility that requires your full attention and alertness. Unfortunately, far too many people underestimate the dangers of driving while fatigued. Understanding the risks involved can shed light on the gravity of the...
2 legal concerns that can impact your California car accident lawsuit
You’re driving home after a long day at work. Everything is going well when, out of nowhere, someone hits you from behind. Before you know it, you are at the back of the ambulance on your way to the E.R. Now you have the consequences of a car accident to deal with. If...
Tips for parents of teenage drivers
While you’ll probably feel proud of your child for passing their driving test, you may also worry for their safety. It’s natural, as driving is a high risk activity, and young, newly qualified drivers are the highest risk category of anyone. So what can you do to help...
Deadly car accidents are on the rise
For the past few years, the number of fatal accidents in the United States has increased. Between 2020 and 2021, for instance, the total number of fatal crashes went up by more than 10%. And this was after it had risen by 7% in the previous year, from 2019 into 2020....
A driver’s poor health can lead to trucking accidents
Truck driving is no easy job. Truckers spend many hours on the road with nothing much more than the sound of the engine and whatever radio station happens to stay strong. The life of a trucker isn’t often helped by strict deadlines, causing many drivers to put their...
3 driver aggressions that could end up harming you
If you are a calm driver, you might laugh at some of the things other drivers do. You might wonder how they can get so wound up and charitably dismiss their behaviors as silly or stupid. Downright dangerous might be a more accurate term. Drivers who are easily wound...
Can sunglasses improve driver safety?
While the weather isn’t always perfect in California, it is certainly a lot brighter compared to other states. For much of the year, the sun shines and the temperatures exceed 70°F. These conditions tend to encourage people to get out and about to soak up the rays. A...