Snowmobiles can be fun and functional, especially in harsh Minnesota winters. But they can also be dangerous. Before the season begins, it is a good idea for you to ensure you have all the latest safety information and advice. The Department of Natural Resources...
Health And Safety
Reviewing electrical hazards in construction
If you work in the construction industry, you likely need to watch out for a number of hazards, such as falling objects, exposure to harmful chemicals, working in high places and dangerous equipment. Moreover, you should understand the electrical hazards you could...
Next month, set aside time for MN Excavation Safety Stand-Down
Thousands of men and women in Central Minnesota and beyond in the state earn their livings through the hard work of construction and other back-breaking blue collar jobs. While there's little question regarding whether working in such industries is hard physical work...
Pedestrian Safety This Halloween
According the Department of Public Safety, 2012 has been the deadliest year for pedestrians. There have been 25 pedestrian deaths in Minnesota in 2012. There were 18 deaths at this time in 2011. In a few days, on October 31, there will be hoards of children, teens and...
One Of Minnesota’s Most Potentially Deadly Drivers Released From Prison
Danny Bettcher may still be a drunk driving accident waiting to happen and there are many people in New York Mills, Minnesota who know this. You see, Bettcher has had 27 drinking and driving convictions. It is believed he has more than anyone in the state and that is...
Meningitis Outbreak Prompts Multi-State Wrongful Death Suits
Minnesota is just one of a number of states in which wrongful death lawsuits have been filed as a result of the fungal meningitis outbreak that resulted from contaminated epidural prednisone steroid injections manufactured by the New England Compounding Center (NECC)...
Bicycling And Cars: Everything You Need To Know About Sharing The Road
Did you know Minnesota ranks second among America's most bicycle-friendly states? The League of American Bicyclists creates an annual report card in which states score 'bikeability' points in five categories: Legislation and Enforcement Policies and Programs...
Back-To-School Safety
The school year is back in full swing. We hope everyone is doing their best to make this school year a safe one. The American Red Cross has written a wonderful article on back-to-school safety. Keep it Safe When You Head Back to School Posted August 08, 2012 As...