A NIOSH study reported that across 70 companies, not using mobile equipment while driving was significantly associated with a lower percentage of fleet vehicles being involved in a collision. Get the facts about distracted driving: bit.ly/3E0Efdn #JustDrive

Junior firefighter programs provide work-based learning experiences, but these programs can also pose risks to young members’ safety and health. Fire departments can follow these steps to ensure the health and safety of junior firefighters: bit.ly/49HX3eq

If you work with farm animals thought to be infected with #H5N1 , CDC recommends you wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and wash your hands after handling their litter, feces, or milk. More on how to protect yourself from #birdflu : bit.ly/4aLr7qD

#DYK companies with fewer than 20 employees account for 75% of fatal falls in #construction ? Join us for the 2024 #StandDown4Safety May 6-10 and help us prevent falls in construction! stopconstructionfalls.com

Many factors affect equitable #PPE protections including the size, shape, fit, functionality, and safety of PPE for end users. Learn more about NIOSH’s equitable PPE protections efforts: bit.ly/3P91cRc

During Distracted Driving Awareness Month, learn how to create a distracted driving policy in your workplace: bit.ly/3E0Efdn #JustDrive

Join us for the National Campaign to Prevent Falls in Construction May 6-10. The Campaign encourages everyone in the #construction industry to work safely and use the right equipment to reduce falls. Learn more: bit.ly/3KKqO3V #StandDown4Safety

The NIOSH Nanotechnology Research Center’s Field Studies Team evaluates advanced materials and processes in many workplaces. Their efforts contribute to understanding health and safety risks in emerging industries that use nanomaterials. Learn more: bit.ly/43LfMUT

During the 11th annual World Futures Day, international discussions about the future and “Building a Better Tomorrow” took place. Learn about NIOSH efforts to advance occupational safety and health research and practice on the #ScienceBlog : bit.ly/3VHC0Fz

Do not use a phone while driving a vehicle. Whether the phone or vehicle are company or personal, using a phone while driving is distracted driving. Learn more about distracted driving: bit.ly/3E0Efdn #JustDrive

Dump truck operators and owners: Use these recommendations to help prevent injuries and death while operating your truck in a work zone: bit.ly/49PAhlN #NWZAW

Struck-by injuries are the leading cause of nonfatal injuries and second most common cause of fatalities among #construction workers. Use internal traffic control plans to prevent injuries and fatalities: bit.ly/43V9suj #NWZAW #StandDown4StruckBy

Three types of distraction affect our ability to drive safely: visual, manual, and cognitive. Cognitive distractions take your mind off driving. Learn more about cognitive distraction facts and research: bit.ly/3E0Efdn #JustDrive

Commit time in your schedule May 6-10 to join the 2024 #StandDown4Safety to Prevent Falls in Construction. Falls are the number one cause of death in #construction . Help keep your workers safe and join us! stopconstructionfalls.com

One year ago, NIOSH launched the #NationalFirefighterRegistry for Cancer. Over 10,000 U.S. #firefighters have joined this historic effort to better understand the link between firefighting and #cancer . Share the NFR with firefighters in your community: cdc.gov/nfr

Struck-by incidents account for 21% of all nonfatal construction injuries. During the #StandDown4StruckBy , take time to hold a toolbox talk and make sure your crew is safe before beginning work. Find free resources and trainings:
bit.ly/StruckByHazards #WorkZoneSafety

Register for part one of our #ImpactWellbeing Guide Workshop Series on April 23! Featuring Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes' Foundation and guests to discuss reviewing your hospital’s operations and building a professional wellbeing team. bit.ly/49mfXao

This week is the #StandDown4StruckBy . In #construction , safety stand-downs are used to describe activities where normal work is paused and groups of workers or the entire site focuses on a specific safety issue. Learn how to participate: bit.ly/3ZjZrD3 #NWZAW

It’s National Work Zone Awareness Week. Drivers: Remember you can protect workers and yourselves by slowing down, avoiding distractions, and being alert when driving through work zones. Learn more: bit.ly/3TlzEKE #NWZAW

Employers: Join us for the National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction May 6-10. Find free posters, toolbox talks, and more on the campaign website: stopconstructionfalls.com #StandDown4Safety