National Safety Council - Nebraska Chapter

A UNL study of more than 150,000 teen drivers found that driver's education significantly improves safety outcomes: untrained drivers are 75% more likely to receive a ticket, 16% more likely to crash, and 24% more likely to be involved in a fatal or injury crash. Teens who completed driver's ed had fewer crashes (11.1% vs. 12.9%) and fewer violations (10.4% vs. 18.3%) in their first year of driving. Sign your teen up for NSCN's teen driver education and help them build safer habits early through classroom instruction, simulator and behind-the-wheel training. Register at: https://safenebraska.org/safe-road/teen-driver-education

It's National Trailer Safety Week. Whether you're hauling equipment to a job site, towing a boat to the lake, or pulling a camper for a family getaway, taking a few extra minutes to inspect your trailer can help prevent crashes and breakdowns.
-Check tire pressure and tread
-Secure all cargo and verify load distribution
-Confirm the hitch, coupler, and safety chains are properly connected
-Double-check that trailer brakes are functioning correctly

Week Two of National Safety Month is focused on Roadway Safety. We encourage everyone to go to NEDrivingConcern.org and download free safe driving resources to use at your facility. Enforce safe driving habits even more by having a Traffic Safety Advocate talk to your team for free.

Before you leave on your summer roadtrip, take 30 seconds to check for open vehicle recalls at CheckToProtect.org. A quick search could help keep you and your family safer this summer.

During CPR & AED Awareness Week, take time to learn skills that could save a life. Register for a First Aid, CPR, and AED course this summer and gain the confidence to respond when every second counts. More information at: https://safenebraska.org/safe-work/first-aidcpr-training

Yesterday, Governor Pillen officially proclaimed June as National Safety Month in Nebraska, highlighting the importance of protecting people both on and off the job.
Eric Koeppe, President & CEO of NSCN, discussed the importance of safe driving behaviors, including: always wear a seatbelt, never drive impaired, drowsy, or distracted, and stay focused behind the wheel. Governor Pillen reinforced this message and emphasized the need for a primary hands-free driving law.
With transportation incidents remaining the leading cause of workplace fatalities in Nebraska, roadway safety is more important than ever. For free safe driving resources during National Safety Month, visit: https://nedrivingconcern.org/.

Help your future babysitter build confidence and lifesaving skills with our Babysitting Training class for ages 11 to 15. Participants will learn CPR, first aid, child care basics, and how to safely care for infants and children while having fun along the way. Register today at: https://safenebraska.org/safe-home-play/baby-sitting.

This National Bike Month, protect yourself every ride by wearing a helmet. A properly fitted helmet can reduce the risk of serious head injury and help you get home safely. Stay alert around traffic, follow the rules of the road, and make sure drivers can see you at all times.

Older Americans Month is a great time to check in with your loved ones who are still driving to see if they need to refresh their driver education. NSCN offers an adult driver education program that includes in-person classroom education and behind-the-wheel practice. Register at: https://safenebraska.org/safe-road/adult-senior-driving/adult-driver-education1adult-driver-education