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Events involving transportation incidents accounted for the largest share of fatalities.

Fatal work injuries increase 2%

There were 5,333 fatal work injuries recorded in the United States in 2019, a two percent increase from the 5,250 in 2018, according to...
In total, there were 5,333 fatal workplace injuries in 2019, compared to 5,250 in 2018. While the fatality rate has not changed from 2017, this is the highest number of workplace deaths since 2007.

U.S. sees highest number of workplace fatalities since 2007

Fourteen commercial vans qualify for an award by Euro NCAP under new criteria that prioritise crash avoidance and driver assistance systems.

Euro NCAP calls for fleet buyers to choose safer vans

Based on in-depth interviews with safety, medical and health experts representing 13 industries, the State of the Response: The Future World of Work report also identifies key factors business leaders must take into account moving forward.

National Safety Council predicts renewed commitment to workplace safety

To help your organization manage this critical driver risk factor, eDriving brought together three of its driver risk management experts from around the world.

Driver fatigue webinar now on demand

Free action pack resources are now available to help organisations get involved in the UK’s biggest road safety campaign.

Action pack resources available for Road Safety Week

FAMILY SAFETY

In 2021, the campaign is being extended for a full month, with Road Safety Month running 18 January – 17 February.

India holds National Road Safety Month

Every year, The Government of India’s Ministry of Road Transport & Highways observes National Road Safety Week during January. In 2021, the campaign is...
The campaign entitled “If you don’t know, don’t go”, highlights the danger of unsupervised children in driveways.

New WA campaign urges drivers to look out for children in...

Titled “Car Seat Basics,” the free online course, helps participants understand the four phases of child passenger safety: rear-facing car seats, forward-facing car seats, booster seats and seat belts.

New online passenger safety courses for parents and caregivers

The legislation would require that vehicles used by childcare facilities to transport children must be equipped with an approved alarm system.

Legislation filed to protect children from being left in vehicles

Driving in winter is very different to driving at other times of year. Wet weather, ice, snow and poor visibility are just some of the additional risk factors that drivers face. The reduction in daylight hours during winter also increases driver risk on the roads.

Winter road safety tips

Celebrations this holiday season will no doubt be different, with many people choosing to stay home, or take part in fewer activities and get-togethers.

Holiday travel tips for drivers and families

MOTORCYCLES

Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Paul Toole says a new video released by Transport for NSW and the Motorcycle Council shows riders how the Anti-lock Braking Systems (ABS) safety feature works.

Motorcycle riders given a safety lesson in ABS

October is Motorcycle Awareness Month in New South Wales (NSW), Australia, and riders are being encouraged to learn how to protect themselves better on...
The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) has launched the campaign with automotive company Grease Monkey, after latest figures revealed motorcyclist fatalities are up 12 percent over last year.

Drivers urged to “look twice” for motorcyclists

This third iteration of the guidance based on the latest changes to UK Government guidelines includes advice on group riding and first responder incident management.

Updated COVID-19 riding guidelines published for motorcyclists

A human cheese grater has been painted on the road at Performance Cycle, as well as other locations throughout the state, and aims to remind bikers that falling on asphalt at any speed can result in serious bodily injury or death.

Cheese grater reminds motorcyclists to wear protective gear

The free course has been developed by DVSA, Highways England and other partners to help new riders prepare for a lifetime of safe riding.

DVSA launches training course for new motorcyclists

The trial, which allowed bikers to ride in selected bus lanes around Perth, concluded that there were no safety benefits, and that poor visibility and line of sight of motorcyclists posed a risk.

Motorcycle bus lane trial finds no safety benefits

DRIVING FOR WORK

Of 520 fatalities recorded by the police in 2018 from road collisions involving a working driver/rider, 432 (83 percent) of these were other road users. Working drivers and their passengers accounted for 88 fatalities (17 percent).

New report reveals extent of driving for work crashes

A third of road deaths and a fifth of serious injuries are sustained in collisions involving a working driver or rider, according to a...
Included in the guidance is advice on car sharing, with confirmation that car sharing is permitted if it “is reasonably necessary as part of your work”.

New UK COVID-19 guidance for car sharing

The UK government’s Department for Transport has issued new guidance related to travelling during the coronavirus outbreak. Included in the guidance is advice on car...
The UK Government has published detailed guidance on its website, covering everything from licence requirements and international driving permits to new border control processes.

Brexit guidance: transporting goods between Great Britain and the EU

Haulage and commercial drivers who move goods between Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales) and the European Union (EU) will be subject to new...
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