A trend that I have become increasingly aware of is the usage of headphones by those exercising, walking, or spending any solitary time. This concerns me because when the headphones are in the users lose one of their senses they would typically be able to rely upon for situational awareness. I see this all around [...]
Tag: managing risk
What should we take away from Sandy?
Let's face it - the name Sandy will for many decades be a sour one for the millions of people affected by Hurricane Sandy's wrath. Yet even as we remember the devastation and the effect of Sandy on our lives, we will as a nation soon move on from the immediate horror of it. That [...]
Until being strong is your only choice…
When I read the stories of victims and the families of victims that are raising their voices to bring greater awareness to the cost of drinking and driving I am humbled by their strength. I don't think I could or would be as strong as they are if I was in their shoes. I think [...]
I’m melting…
In heat like this with high humidity, I feel a bit like the Wicked Witch of the West from the Wizard of Oz. The iconic screech - "I'm melting...I'm melting!" - plays over and over in my head and I literally feel like I am melting. Of course, I am not literally melting - but [...]
Vigilante lecturer…
I have been forced to travel the interstate to work since the advent of road construction season in West Fargo. I am not a fan of the ins-and-outs of closed lanes and detours - my theory is that there are more fender benders in these areas. The risk manager in me seeks to avoid such things - so the [...]
Driven to distraction…
I want to share an important message with you today - one that I hope you will share liberally with others. The message is about the potential ripple impacts of texting while driving. Please watch this video (http://www.nd.gov/risk/training/driving-ergonomics/texting-while-driving) which is posted on the State of North Dakota's Risk Management Division's website. Show it to your kids...kids, [...]
Hallelujah!
I received an email last week that raised a hearty, "Hallelujah!" from the core of my being. The email informed me of a National Transportation Safety Bureau press release that was dated Dececmber 13, 2011. The NTSB's press release called for a nationwide ban on all personal electronic device (PED) usage while driving. ALL usage - [...]
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