Transportation Safety


NSC Plans to 'Make a Difference' in June

"Make a Difference" is the theme of the National Safety Council's 2008 National Safety Month observance and a call to action to employers and other organizations to help reverse a dramatic national increase in accidental injuries and deaths.

Oregon Swears In 11 New State Police Recruits

Since July 1, 2007, expanded recruitment efforts have brought almost 80 new recruits to the Oregon State Police.

CVSA Gears Up for 20th Anniversary of Annual 'Roadcheck,' June 3

The 62,370 roadside inspections conducted during last year's event saved 15 lives and prevented 271 injuries, CVSA said.

Coast Guard's Casualty Investigation Program Comes Under Fire

Findings of a report this month from the DHS Office of Inspector General on the USCG program were "clear and disturbing," said Congressman Elijah Cummins, chair of the Subcommittee on the Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.

NTSB Chairman Emphasizes Safety During Memorial Day Weekend

With Memorial Day weekend opening the summer travel season, National Transportation Safety Board Chairman Mark V. Rosenker is encouraging all Americans to enjoy a safer summer by keeping a few simple precautions in mind.

Road Safety Foundation: Beware Drowsy Driving this Weekend

"Drowsiness is a condition most drivers fail to recognize, and it can be as dangerous as drinking and driving," said the NRSF's Adele Kristiansson.

Last Day to Comment on New-Trucker Training Rule: Many Opposed

The commercial motor vehicle community seems united against the FMCSA rule, mostly for cost reasons.

OSHA Again Cites United Airlines at O'Hare for Health, Safety Violations

OSHA again has cited United Airlines Inc. in Chicago for alleged multiple serious, willful, and repeat violations of federal workplace safety and health standards, and has proposed $192,500 in fines.

USFA, DOT Complete Traffic Incident Management Systems Study

The U.S. Fire Administration and the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration, working in partnership with the International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA), have developed a report that provides technical guidance and training programs in traffic incident management for fire and emergency service providers.

Liberty Mutual, Partner Ally to Help Senior Drivers

The new partnership offers resources and guidance to seniors and their adult children. Liberty Mutual also will help its partner expand its network of affiliates that help with driving.

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