National Safety Council

NSC estimates 502 people may perish in preventable traffic crashes over the Thanksgiving holiday period. During this time, which begins at 6 p.m. During this time, which begins at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 27, and concludes Sunday, Dec. 1, #impaireddriving is of particular concern. Nationwide, alcohol-impaired fatalities in 2022 represented 32% of the total traffic fatalities. During the Thanksgiving Day period, 35% of fatalities involved an alcohol-impaired driver. Learn more here, prioritize #RoadwaySafety and #JustDrive: https://lnkd.in/gzd6D6vk.

Make an impact this #GivingTuesday by helping an aspiring safety professional achieve their dream. The NSC Scholarship Program increases access to education, development and networking opportunities for diverse individuals pursuing a career in safety. Donate today: https://lnkd.in/gtkMR53q. Learn more about previous scholarship winners and their inspiring safety journeys here: https://lnkd.in/g6J2MXkV.

Do you want to be among the elite group of experts presenting at the prestigious 2025 #NSCExpo in Denver? Submit a proposal to speak at the 2025 NSC Safety Congress and Expo by January 3 so you can inspire safety professionals with your knowledge and expertise. If your proposal is accepted, you will receive a complimentary full expo registration. Submit today: https://lnkd.in/gnmTD-j3. #WorkplaceSafety #KeepEachOtherSafe

The Advanced Safety Certificate program helps you enhance your safety skills and improve your safety knowledge with a nationally recognized curriculum to further develop what you need in your career. Don’t miss out on world class trainings offered this December from NSC instructors. Enjoy our December 2 Principles of Occupational Safety and Health course in addition to our December 6 Ergonomics, December 9 Effective Safety Management Practices I, December 10 Incident Investigation, December 11 Effective Safety Management Practices II and Job Safety Analysis courses here: https://lnkd.in/g_TB7AYq.

NSC estimates 502 people may perish in preventable traffic crashes over the #Thanksgiving holiday period, which begins at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 27, and concludes Sunday, Dec. 1. #ImpairedDriving is of particular concern, because during the Thanksgiving Day period, 35% of fatalities involved an alcohol-impaired driver. In addition to driving free of impairment, NSC urges drivers to buckle up, slow down, drive free of distraction and practice defensive driving. Find #RoadwaySafety tips and help to #KeepEachOtherSafe here: https://lnkd.in/gzd6D6vk.

Learn more about the four steps to respiratory wellness to prioritize #WorkplaceSafety to #KeepEachOtherSafe because illness causes missed days at work, higher care costs and lost in productivity. The NSC #SAFER initiative collaborated on our partner Health Action Alliance’s new report which is updated for the new 2024-2025 respiratory season. Find more information on vaccines, testing and treatment here: https://lnkd.in/gzeFY_jf.

Are you an NSC member who prioritizes #WorkplaceSafety and #RoadwaySafety? Showcase how you and your team help to ensure #SafetyForAll and post your best safety photos, tag NSC and send them to us at [email protected] for an opportunity to be featured on our social media or other channels. #ProudToBeNSC Not an NSC member? Learn about the exclusive member resources here: https://lnkd.in/g-KJZjkA.

The sedan that once ruled the highways has been overshadowed by the rise of SUVs, pickup trucks and vans — collectively known as "light trucks." Today, these vehicles not only make up approximately 75% of new vehicle sales, but their average weight and footprint are at record highs. Recently, the #RoadToZero Coalition, a National Safety Council initiative funded by the NHTSA, released a new report, Massive Hazards: How Bigger, Heavier Light Trucks Endanger Lives on American Roads. #SafetyForAll Learn more about the report, challenges to #RoadwaySafety and actionable recommendations to #KeepEachOtherSafe on U.S. roads here: https://lnkd.in/gTn9XJqk.

Do you need tips for staying safe in the cold, working after dark and driving safely during this #winterseason? Our Safety+Health Magazine offers numerous articles and podcast episodes to help you prepare for #winterweather. Learn more about season safety here and find additional #holidaysafety tips: https://lnkd.in/dA5RAYB5.

There is still time to register for the free #MSDSolutionsLab Town Hall on #MSDPrevention on Dec. 3. Participants will hear firsthand accounts from industry leaders on how to prioritize #WorkplaceSafety through real-world examples that highlight the implementation processes, challenges faced and valuable lessons learned. Register now: https://lnkd.in/gYM8K36Y.