News from NDSC!

New Executive Officers for NDSC Board of Directors
Announcements, NDSC NewsAt the North Dakota Safety Council, we believe that leadership sets the tone for progress, and our newest slate of board executives is ready to drive our mission to the next level.

Commit to Driving Distraction Free
Announcements, member events, Member news, Member News/Events, NDSC NewsApril is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on the dangers of multitasking behind the wheel. Distracted driving is a leading cause of accidents, injuries, and fatalities on the road, yet many drivers continue to engage in risky behaviors like texting and eating while driving.

NDSC Awards Outstanding Safety Professional Award
Announcements, Member news, Member News/Events, NDSC NewsAt the North Dakota Safety Council’s 52nd Annual Safety & Health Conference, we proudly presented the Duane Kuehn Outstanding Safety Professional Award to Keith Bakken, HSE Manager for Community Contractors Inc.
National Safety Council News
- NSC: Data showing fewer roadway deaths is ‘tremendous progress’
- Dog walkers: Ditch these practices to avoid hand and wrist injuries
- NSC urges ‘extra caution’ for Labor Day weekend travel
- U.S. pedestrian deaths top 7,000 once again, data shows
- Hobbies have hazards
- A positive outlook
- Get ready for allergy season
- What’s considered ‘high’ blood pressure?
- Soft sounds for sleep
- Share the road safely with motorcycles
- Disposable e-cigarettes aren’t a safer alternative, study shows
- When the power goes out, kids much more likely to be poisoned by carbon monoxide: study
- Ouch! Survey examines Americans’ lifetime of ‘boo-boos’
- Attention, e-bikers: Follow these tips for ‘responsible riding’
- Survey reveals many misperceptions about high blood pressure