Many dangers affect a driver's ability to make it to their destination safely. However, inattentional blindness is one of the dangers that gets less coverage. What exactly is it? How does it affect drivers, and why does it pose such a potential threat? Defining...
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What are the dangers of microsleep?
Drivers these days understand more about the dangers of drowsy driving than ever before. This extends to some of the lesser-known aspects of it, such as microsleeping. What is microsleeping, exactly? Why does it pose such a danger to drivers? The definition of...
The less obvious costs of speeding and aggressive driving
Car accidents happen every day, and they are often caused by speeding. While many crashes end in minor vehicle repairs or small injuries, others lead to tragedy and costs to the taxpayer in Oklahoma. According to Safe Ride 4 Kids, speeding is the number two leading...
What does emotional abuse in the workplace look like?
Toxic behavior is all too common in the workplace, and employees can face emotional injuries like the physical ones caused by an illness or injury at work. The Workplace Bullying Institute estimates that over a third of Americans deal with workplace bullying, and this...
How can unsafe scaffolds lead to injuries at work?
Working on a construction site can often bring with it unique challenges and dangers, especially when a worker is high up on a scaffold. Back and neck trauma from an injury can leave a person unable to work or even drive. Understanding why these accidents happen and...
What contributes to drowsy driving?
Drowsy driving is a major problem that drivers across the country have to deal with. To that end, it is important to know what causes drowsy driving. While many people believe that a simple lack of sleep relates to all drowsy driving cases, this is not necessarily...
Reducing fatal accidents for teen drivers
Teenage drivers pose a risk to themselves and others on the road due to numerous factors. Their lack of experience, especially, means they tend to get into accidents more frequently than other age groups. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that...
Watch for signs of an asthma attack after a car accident
If you have asthma, you undoubtedly know just how scary the condition can be. After all, during an attack, you might struggle both to take air into your lungs and to exhale carbon dioxide. If you do not receive immediate medical attention, serious asthma attacks can...
Avoiding distracted driving: 3 tips for a safer trip
Distracted driving causes injuries and death for drivers in the United States each day. Farmer's Insurance notes that nearly 10 individuals a day die on U.S. roadways due to drivers taking their hands off the wheel and their eyes off the road. Many drivers may not...
What should you do immediately after a vehicle crash?
As you stumble out of your car immediately after an accident and look around, you may feel confused about what to do to protect yourself and others. Being vigilant and taking active steps during this time can make a big impact. Take notice of people and their vehicles...