Posts by Mark V. Larson
Fog Is Much More Dangerous Than You Think
There are many precautions drivers need to take when bad weather rolls into town, and we all know them well: turn the headlights on, go slow, pull over when necessary. Yet there is one type of particularly dangerous weather phenomenon that most people believe they can drive through safely, even though the typical precautions may…
Read MoreWhy Do Oil Tanks Explode?
Oil storage tanks are used during different stages of oil production. They can hold crude or refined product, and can be pressurized or not. The one thing all tanks have in common is that, if defective or left unmaintained, they can pose a serious risk to workers and non-workers alike. Canadian Occupational Safety recently reported…
Read MoreNorth Dakota’s “Click It or Ticket” Program Hopes to Reduce Traffic Fatalities
One hundred people in North Dakota died in vehicle accidents in 2020. That number will likely be exceeded in 2021. According to the North Dakota Highway Patrol, there are already 90 North Dakota deaths due to vehicle crashes in 2021 as of October 23. What’s worse is that many of these deaths could have been…
Read MoreTraumatic Brain Injuries in Adults and Children
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can change your life or the life of someone you love in an instant. TBIs can occur in just about any situation, but most often happen in accidents (motor vehicle, boating, construction, work) or as a result of contact to the head in a sporting event. TBIs can also occur…
Read MoreWhat to Know About Safely Sharing the Road with Big Trucks
If you get a bit anxious when encountering a commercial truck on the highway, you are not alone. Trucks and 18-wheelers have a whole lot more vehicle to deal with when navigating the roads, including their massive size and weight. A big rig’s limitations, like blind spots and slower braking time, make it more dangerous…
Read MoreWhy Did the Insurance Company Deny My Car Accident Claim?
Following a car crash, the typical first course of action is submitting a claim to your insurance company for reimbursement. After all, that’s why we have insurance – to pay for injuries and property damage stemming from an accident. When a claim is denied, insurance investigators and companies expect you to give up and walk…
Read MoreDo Electric Cars Catch Fire More Than Gas-Powered Vehicles?
Millions of vehicles from a variety of manufacturers are currently under recall for risk of catching fire, which can cause property damage and tragic loss of life. The most newsworthy recalls of late are electric vehicles, specifically some Tesla, Chevy, and Hyundai car models. Between past recalls, ongoing recalls, and future recalls sure to come,…
Read MoreThe Dangers of a Labor Shortage Are Far Reaching
As more and more “Help Wanted” signs appear on windows and doors of businesses across the country, the workers who continue to show up each day face increased dangers. A labor shortage has a ripple effect on the employment sector. It can be felt throughout every industry from top to bottom, but some shortages place…
Read MoreMilk Crate Challenge Banned by TikTok Due to Danger of Serious Injury
The popular social media platform TikTok has banned users from posting videos of the dangerous “milk crate challenge.” If you haven’t seen these videos yet, the basic premise of the challenge is to stack milk crates as high as you can and then climb to the top. Once at the top, you attempt to walk…
Read MoreChevy’s Bolt Recall Reminds Us How Dangerous Car Fires Can Be
Over the past decade or so, there has been a shift by American drivers toward electric vehicles. The Chevy Bolt is one of the more popular models: it is not terribly expensive (and it is eligible for a federal tax credit), it gets good mileage, and it is produced by an American car company that…
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