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Business Wire
30-06-2025
- Automotive
- Business Wire
Illinois American Water Reminds Motorists to Move Over for Safety
BELLEVILLE, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As the National Safety Council's National Safety Month ends, Illinois American Water reminds motorists to move over for safety. Throughout June, Illinois American Water employees were featured on the company's Facebook page through the social media #moveover campaign. Posts highlighted Scott's Law and the importance of moving over for law enforcement, emergency, utility and other vehicles displaying warning lights. Moving over doesn't just protect us—it also protects motorists. At the end of the day, we all share the same goal: to get home safely. Share Scott's Law, 625 ILCS 5/11-907(c), is a mandatory move over law in the state of Illinois. The law requires all motorists to move over when encountering stopped or disabled vehicles displaying warning lights. Since 2000, all fifty states have enacted some form of a 'Move Over' law. Illinois expanded the 'Move Over' requirements to motorists with their hazard lights activated along highways. Scott's Law was named in honor of Scott Gillen of the Chicago Fire Department who was struck and killed by a drunk driver while assisting at a crash on a Chicago Expressway. When approaching a stationary emergency vehicle that is displaying or flashing warning lights, Illinois motorists must: Slow down Drive with caution Move over to another lane Reduce speed if changing lanes is unsafe When entering a highway construction area, Illinois law requires motorists to: Slow down Discontinue wireless use Yield or change lanes away from any authorized vehicles or workers in the area Laron Cole, a field service representative in Illinois American Water's Granite City service area, participated in the company's #moveover campaign to remind motorists that behind every utility worker are loved ones who want them to return home safely at the end of each day. Cole said, 'We understand the work we do can cause temporary inconvenience and disrupt traffic. That's why we work as quickly and safely as possible to restore services and return roadways to normal. We never take shortcuts which could compromise safety. Our friends and neighbors can help by slowing down and moving over when they see us working.' He added 'Moving over doesn't just protect us—it also protects motorists. At the end of the day, we all share the same goal: to get home safely.' To learn more about Illinois American Water's commitment to safety, please visit About American Water American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water's 6,700 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company's national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders. For more information, visit and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram. About Illinois American Water Illinois American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest regulated water utility in the state, providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services to approximately 1.3 million people. American Water also operates a quality control and research laboratory in Belleville.
Yahoo
18-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Saia Recognizes Employees for Exceptional Commitment to Safety
Nearly 8,000 team members were honored, representing over 55,000 combined years of safety excellence JOHNS CREEK, Ga., June 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Saia Inc. (NASDAQ: SAIA) is proud to announce that nearly 8,000 Saia dockworkers, mechanics, city drivers, and line drivers were recently recognized for achieving a major safety milestone, reflecting the company's steadfast dedication to fostering a safe and responsible work environment. Safe Work Award: Honoring Dockworkers and MechanicsNearly 2,400 dockworkers and mechanics were presented with a Safe Work Award this year, collectively contributing over 15,000 years of injury-free service. These awards recognize employees who consistently demonstrate operational excellence and prioritize safety protocols in every aspect of their work. Saia honored individuals across a range of service milestones, including three employees who have achieved more than 40 years of safe work without a recordable incident. Standout recipients included: Houma, Louisiana Lead Dockworker Harold Castell, Jr. Lafayette, Louisiana Lead Mechanic Lawrence Benoit New Orleans, Louisiana Mechanic Darryl Gay Safe Drive Award: Celebrating Safer RoadsSaia also honored over 5,500 city and line drivers with a Safe Drive Award, recognizing a remarkable total of nearly 40,000 years of accident-free driving. Drivers were celebrated for reaching critical safety milestones ranging from one to more than 40 years without a preventable accident. This year, six drivers were recognized for achieving 40 or more years of safe driving, an exceptional accomplishment within the transportation industry: Dallas, Texas Line Driver Jack Ikey Hattiesburg, Mississippi Line Driver Frank Lee III Jacksonville, Florida Line Driver Charles Layman New Orleans, Louisiana City Driver Joseph Dominguez, Jr. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Line Driver Michael Shumake Las Vegas, Nevada Line Driver Roy Coleman Across the company, over 70% of Saia drivers and a significant percentage of dockworkers and mechanics were recognized, demonstrating Saia's deeply ingrained culture of safety. Commitment to a Culture of Safety"Since June is 'National Safety Month,' this is the perfect opportunity to recognize how important safety is at Saia and across our industry," said Vice President of Safety Steve Greenhill. "The awards we present honor the commitment our employees make every day to protect themselves, their coworkers, and the communities we serve. Their achievements underscore our longstanding emphasis on training, accountability, and continuous improvement." Safety is a core value at the company, where safety programs are built around proactive education, regular training initiatives, and advanced safety technology, helping employees maintain the highest standards of professionalism and service. Looking AheadAs Saia continues to grow and expand its service network, maintaining an industry-leading safety record remains a top priority. By recognizing the accomplishments of its employees, Saia reaffirms its commitment to providing a safe, efficient, and reliable experience for its customers across North America. For more information about Saia and its career opportunities, visit About Saia Inc. Saia Inc. (NASDAQ: SAIA) offers customers a wide range of less-than-truckload, non-asset truckload, expedited, and logistics services. With headquarters in Johns Creek, Georgia, Saia LTL Freight operates over 213 terminals across the country and employs more than 15,000 people. Recognized by the American Trucking Associations Safety Management Council for its outstanding safety record and by the Environmental Protection Agency's SmartWay program for its efforts to reduce its environmental impact, Saia is also a multi-year recipient of Women In Trucking's 'Top Companies for Women to Work for in Transportation.' For more information on Saia Inc., visit For more information, contact:Jeannie S. JumpSaia Senior Marketing and Corporate Affairs SpecialistPhone: 770-232-4069 · E-mail: jjump@ in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Red Oak Fire Department urges people to stay safe as Summer approaches
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — June is National Safety Month and the Red Oak Community Rural Fire Department is reminding everyone of some hazards that they see the most. One of the leading causes of fire during this time of the year is fireworks. 'Use legal fireworks, secondly is make sure hat when you light fireworks, you're not around trees, buildings, dry grass,' Assistant Chief of Red Oak Michael Brown said. 'It is one of the larger causes of wild land fires.' With many people enjoying the pool during the summer heat, Brown also encourages being cautious of lightning. 'We have thunderstorms. And so I want people to think about being safe during a thunderstorm. And a big part about that is avoiding lightning.' It is recommended to get indoors as quickly as possible when thunder or lightning is in the area. For more information, click on the video above. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Phone Arena
06-06-2025
- Phone Arena
You need to have this Pixel safety feature toggled on to protect yourself from getting wiped out
Did you know that this month is National Safety Month in the U.S.? I was so excited hearing this that I celebrated by jumping up and down and in the process I twisted my ankle and then fell down a flight of stairs breaking several bones. No, that really didn't happen, but if it did, I would hope to have my rejuvenated Pixel 6 Pro beside me. That's because Pixel handsets have certain safety features that help keep users safe (which is what safety features are for, of course). The first feature is one that is only available on Pixel 9 series devices. Let's say you and your Pixel 9 are driving in an area where there is no cellular coverage but you need help with your car. Instead of walking miles to civilization, you can use Satellite SOS which will allow you to "text emergency services, request roadside assistance, message friends and family, and share your location." Pixel phones and Pixel watches (paired with a Pixel 9 handset) offer Scam Detection. This is an exciting and protective feature because it scans in real time the pattern of a call that you are on or a text message that you are in the middle of. With help from AI, patterns of the call or text are analyzed and if they seem suspicious, the user is alerted. To activate Scam detection, open the Phone by Google app and tap the three-dot icon in the upper right corner. Tap on Settings and look for Scam Detection. Tap on it and toggle the feature on. This feature is available for Pixel 9 users in the U.S. and those with a Pixel 6 and later (including the Pixel 8 line) with the Phone by Google beta installed. You can check to see if you're on the beta by going to Settings > Apps > See all xxx apps. Scroll down to Phone and go tot he bottom of the page. You should see the version number followed by "publicbeta." Scam Detection is a great feature that scans calls and texts for patterns used by scammers. | Image credit-PhoneArena On Pixel 3 watches, the FDA approved Loss of Pulse Detection feature will prompt a call to emergency services and if you are unresponsive, it will go ahead and make the call. If you find yourself involved in a severe accident while driving a car or riding in one as a passenger, Pixel phones and watches will help you connect with emergency services. You will get a few seconds to respond to a prompt and should you be unresponsive, the feature will call emergency services and pass along your location. In the course of a day, you might come face-to-face with a weather emergency, or an emergency that threatens the safety of the public (the latter seems to occur more often than we'd like). Along with AMBER alerts, you can be notified of these activities by enabling Wireless Emergency Alerts on your Pixel device. While these features come to light during National Security Month, they are available on compatible Pixel devices throughout the entire year.
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
NSC Drives Safety Awareness During National Safety Month
Monthlong observance promotes prevention of injuries and deaths nationwide WASHINGTON, June 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Safety Council celebrates National Safety Month this June to increase awareness of the leading causes of preventable injuries and deaths. Preventable injuries occur at alarming rates – in the U.S., someone dies from a preventable incident approximately every two minutes. In 2023, preventable injuries claimed 222,698 lives, representing a 154% increase from 1992. Additionally, more than 7,000 preventable injuries occur every hour across the country. "For nearly three decades, National Safety Month has served as a vital landmark in the push to make people safer, from the workplace to anyplace," said Lorraine Martin, president and CEO of NSC. "Each year we, along with businesses and individuals across the country, take this month to encourage and educate others around safety at work, on the road and in our communities. Thank you to all those who partner with us to end preventable injuries and deaths each June and all year long." Each week of June spotlights a different safety topic: Week 1: Continuous Improvement Week 2: Employee Engagement Week 3: Roadway Safety Week 4: Wellbeing The National Safety Council observance of this year's National Safety Month is sponsored by EcoOnline. For free workplace safety resources including interactive quizzes, safety talks, graphics and more, visit About the National Safety CouncilThe National Safety Council is America's leading nonprofit safety advocate – and has been for over 110 years. As a mission-based organization, we work to eliminate the leading causes of preventable death and injury, focusing our efforts on the workplace and roadways. We create a culture of safety to not only keep people safer at work, but also beyond the workplace so they can live their fullest lives. Connect with NSC:FacebookTwitter LinkedIn YouTube Instagram View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE National Safety Council Errore nel recupero dei dati Effettua l'accesso per consultare il tuo portafoglio Errore nel recupero dei dati Errore nel recupero dei dati Errore nel recupero dei dati Errore nel recupero dei dati
