Uncategorized

“Safety First” is the official blog of the National Safety Council.

Columbus, OH – More young people are playing soccer now than 25 years ago, and with that increase has come a rise in the number and rate of injuries among players, according to research from the Center for Injury Research and Policy of the Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Dallas – Parents should enforce “zero tolerance” when it comes to their children being exposed to secondhand cigarette smoke, which can damage their heart and respiratory health, according to a recent scientific statement published by the American Heart Association.

Want to make the most of your time at the 2016 NSC Congress & Expo? Put your personal plan in the palm of your hand with the Congress & Expo mobile app, sponsored by SafeStart.

Find out what your safety numbers are telling you with the free NSC Incident Rate Calculator – part of our “Journey to Safety Excellence” offerings.

Los Angeles – Many parents may be following outdated recommendations when caring for a child who has a concussion, potentially making the symptoms worse, according to the results of a survey commissioned by UCLA Health.

Don’t miss your chance to save! Register today to save $125 off admission fees for the 2016 NSC Congress & Expo, set to take place Oct. 15-21 in Anaheim, CA.

Washington – The next webinar in NIOSH’s Total Worker Health series will provide an “overview of theory, research data, obstacles and potential solutions for addressing the challenges and opportunities posed by an aging workforce.”

If you're planning to spend some time exploring Anaheim, this year’s host city and the surrounding region has plenty of sunshine, restaurants and outdoor activities to keep you entertained.

Atlanta – In an effort to improve motor vehicle safety among the workforce, the CDC Foundation offers resources for both workers and employers in the most recent issue of "Business Pulse."