How often do you encounter work zone signs in Vermont? If you’re like most drivers, this situation happens almost daily. What do you do when you see these signs? Do you heed their warnings? Do you adjust your driving habits to accommodate the work zone conditions? Too often, people don’t take the necessary precautions to
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ATSSA Foundation Supports Scholarships and Memorials
The American Traffic Safety Services Association is focused on creating safer roads and honoring victims of fatal traffic accidents in a wide variety of ways. One of the ways it accomplishes this is through the ATSSA Foundation, which provides a variety of ways for people to support scholarships and memorials for victims of accidents. The
READ MOREVeterans at High Risk for Traffic Fatalities
Approximately 6,400 adults are injured in car accidents every single day, according to information released by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Motor vehicle crashes are also the leading cause of death for people between the ages of 25 and 34. Perhaps more startling is the revelation that veterans are twice as likely
READ MOREApril Is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Ice and snow is on its way out as spring approaches, but that doesn’t mean driving conditions are any safer than they were during winter. Today’s technology, in particular, has created an immense number of distractions for drivers. These distractions often lead to car crashes, injuries and even fatalities because drivers miss important instructions displayed
READ MOREUnderstanding the Standards for Construction Safety Vests
Whether in an off-road or high-traffic work zone, workers need to be properly clothed in reflective and high visibility vests and clothing to keep them safe on the job. Workers are at high risk of being injured or killed by vehicles or other mobile equipment if they cannot be clearly seen by drivers. The Federal
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