The importance of management commitment to a driver safety program

For most organizations, an often overlooked loss exposure are their drivers. According to the National Safety Council, there are more vehicle crashes today than ever before

Yes, you should wear seatbelts

Wearing seat belts is a prime issue in defensive driving. The use of seat belts over the years has reduced the number of serious injuries and fatalities seen in vehicle accidents.

Backing techniques

One out of every four accidents can be blamed on poor backing techniques, according to the National Safety Council.

Emergency warning devices

Read more about emergency warning devices to help keep your drivers safe, brought to you by Markel Specialty.

Flashing yellow

A flashing yellow light means you may proceed with caution. Most often it is used at dangerous intersections, congested locations, pedestrian crossings, or in construction zones.

Airway management

Airway management by endotracheal intubation (ETI) was one of the first advanced clinical interventions that laid the foundation for sophisticated prehospital clinical care.

EMS and monoclonal antibodies

Monoclonal antibodies are manmade antibodies. Human genes that produce antibodies are placed in mice or other mammals.

EMS safe driving tips

EMS personnel are 2.5 times more likely to die in a crash than other workers. Roughly 70% of fatal crashes occur while running hot.

Courtesy and safe driving

Get tips on how to drive safely using driver courtesy, and more safe driving tips, brought to you by Markel Specialty

Right and left turns

There is a right way to make turns in driving, with safety and without causing annoyance or danger to others. It is done by letting everyone know just when and where you intend to turn—by signaling.