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Take charge of your safety in and around your patrol vehicle
  • Published Date:
    February 2015
  • Language:
    English
Filetype[PDF-328.24 KB]


Details:
  • Corporate Authors:
    National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. ; Seattle-King County Dept. of Public Health. Local Hazardous Waste Management Program ;
  • Series:
    DHHS publication ; no. (NIOSH) 2015-109
  • Keywords:
  • Description:
    Motor vehicle events, including crashes and being struck by vehicles while outside your patrol car, are the leading cause of death among law enforcement officers. There are five simple things you can do to take control of your safety inside and outside of the patrol car. Encourage your fellow officers to do the same so that everyone goes home at the end of the shift.

    1. Wear Your Seat Belt

    2. Avoid Distracted Driving

    3. Wear Your Reflective Gear

    4. Attend Motor Vehicle Training

    5. Know Your Agency’s Policy

    NIOSHTIC No. 20045801

  • Document Type:
    Poster
  • Collection(s):
    Stephen B. Thacker CDC Library collection
  • Place as Subject:
    ohu
  • Supporting Files:
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