Comprehensive Safety Analysis 2010 (CSA2010) For more than a year, the trucking industry has been anticipating the launch of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's (FMCSA) Comprehensive Safety Analysis 2010 (CSA). The goal of this new national safety initiative for commercial motor vehicles is to reduce crashes and fatalities, and target safety issues in the...more
Fatal Explosions Renew Concerns About Pipeline Safety in Texas Over the past decade, federal and state agencies have taken measures to improve gas pipeline safety. In remembrance of those impacted by gas pipeline explosions, National Pipeline Safety Day was established. The day was designed to increase awareness of pipeline safety. However, in the days prior to National...more
Ensure Your Safety With The Best Rims And Tires Ensure Your Safety With The Best Rims And TiresWheels have always been a vital part of a car. Similar to engines, they ensure the safety of the drivers and the passengers. A wheel of a car is made up of three important parts: the rim, the tire and the hub. Rims and tires, however, are considered more vital than hubs. Rims are found in the outer part of the wheel. It is the metal cylinder which gives the tire shape and support. The tire, on the other hand, supports the weight of the vehicle. It is usually made of rubber. These important wheel parts help improve the car's total performance. It gives the car a stable ride and improves the wheel's steering.If you are experiencing some steering problems, you might need to check if your rims have suffered indentations or scratches. Dented rims may cause poor car steering. Also, dents and scratches may badly affect your car's tires. Your tires may lose air when rims are full of dents and scratches. As a matter of fact, mere dents can make your car unstable. Checking your tires is equally important as well. Flat tires...more
Proper Tire Inflation: Increase Safety and Save Money Did you know that most tire failure is caused by improper inflation? Irregular wear, tire stress, blowouts, reduced gas mileage, loss of control, and accidents are just a few of the negative effects associated with...more
Occupational Health and Safety Occupational health and safety is not only a concern to various governments across the world including the Australian government but responsible employers, Trade Unions, international organizations and employees themselves. This concern is out...more
Rearview Cameras Increase Safety and Convenience How many times have you been backing up your large vehicle or SUV and wished that you could have a better view of what was behind you? Even smaller vehicles can have significant blind spots that make it difficult for drivers to see when in reverse. Adding a rearview or back-up camera to your vehicle can drastically increase your rear vision when backing up and parking.A rearview camera is a special camera that is mounted to the rear of a vehicle, usually above the license plate. When installed, the camera is typically pointed slightly downward, allowing drivers to have a clearer view of what is on the ground behind them. The dash-mounted monitor permits drivers to easily view the camera transmission.The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) have recently proposed a new vehicle safety regulation that would require all new cars and trucks to have rearview cameras by the year 2014. Proponents of this regulation believe that rearview cameras will help prevent adults and children from being hurt...more
3 Critical Tips for Ski and Snowboard Safety & Enjoyment There are few things in life as amazing as gliding down a pristine slopw on a beautiful sunny day. In a lot of...more
Deciding on Probably the most Qualified Surprise Locksmith for your Home's Safety and Security Ensuring your home's safety and belongings are paramount for your peace of...more
DAB Digital Radio A few weeks back I looked at the advantages of Digital TV over conventional terrestrial TV and concluded for the small cost of upgrade that it was certainly...more
How Lack of the "Straight Safety Net" Creates Stress for Queer Couples In this article I will explore two strands of the "straight safety net"—heteronormative...more
Safety Equipment: For Protection against Hazardous Conditions If you are person whose job involves getting exposed to hazardous conditions as well as particles while on the...more
Mobile Phone Jammers For Safety There are so many places where our mobile signals are not there. The Bluetooth and the Wi-Fi signals of our mobiles and the laptops are also...more