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The guidance is based on recommendations from the SAFER task force and incorporates 10 universal actions for employers to consider before reopening. It is accompanied by a series of playbooks with in-depth recommendations for doing so safely.

NSC releases workplace guidance for employers

The National Safety Council (NSC) has released guidance for employers to help them prioritize safety during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. The guidance is...
The framework is based on recommendations from the SAFER: Safe Actions for Employee Returns task force and provides a map that NSC hopes the Department of Labor will adopt as part of its Opening America’s Workplaces Again national online dialogue.

NSC unveils back to work plan for U.S. employers

COVID Resource Center

In a survey conducted this week, over 70% of NSC member companies indicated they have employees still reporting to work, unable to work remotely.

Business leaders urged to take aggressive action

Yet, focusing on personal wellbeing remains crucial at this time, with good health, a positive attitude and 100% focus all critical elements in safe driving.

COVID-19: Prioritizing driver well-being

And while, understandably, this will remain front of mind for the foreseeable future, it’s important that drivers don’t lose sight of the many other risk factors facing them on the roads every day.

COVID-19: Helping fleet drivers stay focused on road safety

FAMILY SAFETY

Teen safety features, including parents being able to limit the speed of their child’s vehicle, keep track of its whereabouts or prevent it from being put in gear if the driver hasn’t buckled are all available, but the research reveals that often parents are unaware of them.

Car dealers urged to make teen safety systems a selling point

Many vehicles today have features that give parents extra control over their teens’ driving, but salespeople often require prompting before they mention them to...
The Government is reminding people to avoid all non-essential travel and only visit the parks and recreation sites close to their home if they want to enjoy the outdoors.

British Colombians urged to avoid non-essential travel

No one knows how busy the roads will be, but potentially many drivers who have not driven for a couple of months could all head off around the same time causing more collisions than normal as they “shake off the lockdown blues” – be extra vigilant if you are planning a trip!

Spring Bank Holiday: Safe Travel Tips

No one knows how busy the roads will be, but potentially many drivers who have not driven for a couple of months could all head off around the same time causing more collisions than normal as they “shake off the shut-down blues” – be extra vigilant if you are planning a long trip to see family and friends!

Memorial Day: Safe Travel Tips

Minister for Regional Transport and Roads, Paul Toole, says the new air-conditioned buses will replace any dedicated school bus in regional NSW more than 20 years old.

New school buses with seat belts ready for regional NSW

Road Safety Commissioner Adrian Warner has warned that with many students returning to school for term two, there will be an increase in vehicles on the road, as well as people riding and walking.

WA motorists urged to be extra vigilant as schools re-open

MOTORCYCLES

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) says that to May 7 this year there have been 26 motorcyclist fatalities in the state, five more than the same time last year.

Motorcyclist deaths up by 24 percent in Colorado

Coinciding with Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, Colorado has unveiled new data showing that motorcyclist deaths in the state have increased by 24 percent compared...
Safety tips for returning riders

Safety tips for returning riders

The TAC’s latest Motorcycle Monitor, which surveyed 2,443 motorcycle licence holders, found a decline in the number of riders who are happy to ride within the speed limit.

More motorbike riders think it is okay to speed, survey finds

In a statement, the DVSA’s Chief Driving Examiner Mark Winn said it had been just over a year since the DVSA started doing more compliance checks on the motorcycling industry.

Enforcement action taken over rogue motorcycle instructors

Bernard Carlon, Executive Director of Transport for New South Wales’ Centre for Road Safety, said the award was well deserved and shows Australia is leading the way in road safety both here and overseas.

Australia’s motorcycle clothing rating system wins international award

The Motorcycle Safety Advisory Council (MSAC) and The Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) have already endorsed MotoCAP which tests the quality of motorcycle gear in Australasian conditions.

Motorcycle helmet safety standard launched

DRIVING FOR WORK

With the UK Government lifting restrictions and encouraging those who can’t work from home to return to work, Highways England says drivers should check tyres, engine oil, water, lights and fuel levels before setting out on any journeys.

Basic vehicle-check tips for returning drivers

Drivers in England are being urged to carry out a five-point check on their vehicles if they are using them for the first time...
The “social distancing in vehicles” advice applies to those who usually travel with colleagues for work purposes.

Social distancing when travelling with colleagues

The UK Government has published guidance to help those who drive for work maintain social distancing where possible. The “social distancing in vehicles” advice...
Before a driver or delivery person can go online, they will be asked to confirm, via a new Go Online Checklist, that they’ve taken certain safety measures and are wearing a mask or face cover. The new technology will verify if the driver is wearing a mask by asking them to take a selfie. After the driver has been verified as wearing a mask, the rider will be informed via an in-app message.

Face masks compulsory for Uber drivers and riders

As cities reopen and people start moving again, Uber has launched new safety features: Go Online Checklist and Mask Verification. Before a driver or delivery...
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