As dusk arrives earlier, the number of wildlife-vehicle collisions increases. Each year, there are an estimated one to two million collisions between cars and large animals in the United States and approximately 200 deaths, according to the Federal Highway Administration.
It is your responsibility to safely use tie-downs and consider all risk factors before using any tie-down system. Failure to properly tie down a load can lead to injuries that result in expensive claims.
November 7-14, 2021, is National Drowsy Driving Prevention Week. Did you know that driving more than 20 hours without sleep is the equivalent of driving with a blood-alcohol concentration of 0.08%, according to the National Safety Council? As a driver, your number one priority is to get you and your passengers to your destination safely. When driving, stay alert and watch for drivers on the road who aren't.
As a defensive driver, managing speed and space is crucial for preventing accidents. According to FMCSA, the average stopping distance for a loaded tractor-trailer traveling at 55 mph (in ideal conditions) is 196 feet, compared with 133 feet for a passenger vehicle. Defensive drivers must account for the road condition, visibility, and traffic speed and flow.
Cameras mounted to the dashboard are not only for law enforcement or ride-share vehicles. The millions of dash cams videos on the internet reflect their growing popularity with the general public. A dash cam is a camera that records sounds and images both outside and inside your vehicle. Installing dash cams in your fleet can provide several benefits for your company. Here are five that can help save you money, encourage safe driving habits, and improve fleet performance.
October is National Protect Your Hearing Month. According to the CDC, an estimated 22 million workers are exposed to potentially damaging workplace noise. Industries such as Mining and Construction have even higher percentages of workers with hearing impairment. When loud noises cannot be reduced or eliminated through engineering controls, workers exposed to them must use hearing protection devices (HPDs). Learn more about choosing the right hearing protection for your job.
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BITCO Headquarters
3700 Market Square Circle
Davenport, Iowa 52807
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Fax: 844.233.7299
BITCO Insurance Companies
3700 Market Square Circle
Davenport, Iowa 52807
Phone: 800.475.4477
Fax: 844.233.7299
