South Carolina workers in chemical manufacturing may be worried about the danger posed by workplace accidents and injuries. Accidents at a chemical plant could cause serious injuries and toxic exposure that can lead to lifelong disabilities. Workers are regularly...
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Year: 2018
Tactics for dealing with aggressive drivers
Heavy traffic has a way of upsetting some drivers in South Carolina. Anyone might encounter one of these angry and aggressive motorists who is overcome by road rage. They might tailgate and honk and flash their high beams in an effort to force a slower driver aside....
Legislation aims to cut risk of fatal truck crashes
Many South Carolina motorists are concerned about underride crashes, car accidents that take place when a car is trapped beneath a semi-trailer or other large truck. These crashes are often catastrophic, and hundreds of people lose their lives each year in this type...
External airbags lessen occupant injury by 40 percent
External airbags are an emerging vehicle safety feature that South Carolina residents should know about. While they are far from being implemented on vehicles, the advantages they offer may prompt more car parts manufacturers to create a strategy for developing them....
Teenager killed in a car accident
South Carolina residents who have been injured as a result of a car accident may be aware of a tragedy being investigated in Greenville County. A three-vehicle collision involving a stolen car resulted in the death of one teenager and the hospitalization of three...
OSHA issues reminder on the rights of seasonal workers
During the last quarter of the year, many South Carolina employers hire part-time or temporary employees to help handle the holiday rush. However, some employers may not be aware of the regulations surrounding seasonal employment.To help ensure seasonal employees are...
How new technology is improving truck safety
Truck drivers and fleet owners in South Carolina should know about the benefits of advanced safety features like automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning systems and backup alarms. Some argue that while driverless technology may be making headlines,...
Diesel exhaust is an occupational hazard for oil and gas workers
Inherent in certain industries are conditions that pose potential hazards to workers. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration, an agency of the federal Department of Labor, sets and enforces standards and provides education and training, and South Carolina...
Trucking groups say hours of service rules encourage speeding
Commercial vehicle accident fatalities throughout South Carolina and the rest of the country have reached levels not seen in 29 years, according to figures from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Some truck drivers and trucking industry groups say...
Safety while driving in the sun
Drivers in South Carolina and other areas of the country often face conditions when the sun can make it difficult to see the road. Many car accidents occur in the early morning hours and later in the evening because of the angle of the sun during these times....