Distracted Driving

Distracted driving is any activity that could divert a person's attention away from the primary task of driving. All distractions endanger driver, passenger, and bystander safety. These types of distractions include:

• Using a cell phone or smartphone

• Eating and drinking

• Talking to passengers

• Reading, including maps

• Using a navigation system

• Watching a video

• Adjusting a radio, CD player, or MP3 player

• TEXTING

Of all the above, text messaging requires visual, manual, and cognitive attention from the driver and thus, it is by far the most alarming distraction.                                                                                 

PLEASE DO NOT DRIVE DISTRACTED!

General Christmas Safety Tips

Christmas is a time when your home is likely to be full of people and it is in the excitement of the season that accidents can easily happen. Follow these general simple safety tips to help prevent accidents:

·         Make sure you buy children's gifts for the correct age group and from reputable sources that comply with standards (e.g. The Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011).

·         Look out for small items that could pose a choking hazard to young children, including parts that have fallen off toys or from Christmas trees,button batteries and burst balloons.

·         Give yourself enough time to prepare and cook Christmas dinner to avoid hot fat, boiling water or sharp knife accidents that come from rushing.

·         Falls are the most common accidents so try to keep clutter to a minimum. Make sure stairs are well-lit and free from obstacles, especially if you have guests.

·         Plug all outdoor electric decorations into circuits with ground fault circuit interrupters to avoid potential shocks.

·         Do not drink and drive!

Ebola Virus Alert

WHAT IS EBOLA?

Ebola, also known as EVD(Ebola Virus Disease) is caused by a virus and can cause bleeding inside and outside the body. It is often deadly,but with early medical treatment, the death rate can be significantly reduced.

HOW IS EBOLA TRANSMITTED?

The Ebola Virus can be transmitted from an infected patient through body fluids including blood,saliva,vomit,stool,urine,semen,vaginal secretions,sweat and runny nose. EVD is also spread by contact with bush animals,though this has not been the case in the outbreak in Nigeria.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS?

HOW CAN WE PROTECT OURSELVES?

Simple actions such as frequent handwashing with soap and water and not touching people who are sick with Ebola will reduce the chances of getting the disease.

10 Commandments Of Workplace Safety

1. Always be responsible for the safety of yourself and others.

2. Always remember all accidents are preventable.

3. Always follow company rules, regulations and procedures.

4. Always assess the risks, Stop and think.

5. Always be proactive about safety.

6. Always deter from situations you’re not trained to handle.

7. Always manage the lift.

8. Always Be prepared.

9. Always take the safest path, never take shortcuts.
10. Always practice good housekeeping.