Tips to Ensure Safe Winter Driving With winter fully upon us, the likelihood of experiencing snowy and slippery conditions while driving is high. Snow, ice, and other weather related hazards make even a routine daily drive challenging. According to the US Department of Transportation, more than 1,300 people are killed and over 116,800 are injured each year by auto accidents that occur on snowy, icy, or slushy roads. We wanted…Read More
Risk of work injuries not only substantially increase during the winter months, but work injury severity increases as temperatures drop. With over 20,000 work injuries in 2017, numbers from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) significantly support the elevated workplace risk during winter. Common winter hazards at the workplace include driving in the snow, working in slippery conditions, cold stress, and falling ice from rooftops. Outdoor workers face an…Read More
With winter approaching, Pennsylvania and New Jersey will see ice and snow accumulation during the next few months. From this inclement weather, there is an increased chance of suffering slip and fall injuries. Slip and fall accident damages caused by ice or snow can be devastating. These damages may include physical injury, significant pain, extensive medical treatments, inability to work, and a negative impact to quality of life. If you…Read More
Headlined by the Electrical Spectacle Holiday Light Show, Winter in Franklin Square is still delivering the holiday spirit to Philadelphia in 2020! Some slight adaptations have been incorporated to ensure guest health and safety, but the free light show has not been limited. The Electrical Spectacle Holiday Light Show runs on 30-minute intervals during the evening hours of 5 pm to 9 pm. In addition, popular daytime activities are still…Read More
Philadelphia’s popular winter traditions at Dilworth Park have returned for the 2020 holiday and winter seasons. The premiere exhibits that are returning include Wintergarden on the Greenfield Lawn, the Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink, Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market, and Deck the Hall Holiday Lights. To ensure the safety of all guests and staff, each attraction is strictly adhering to CDC guidelines including a mandatory mask wearing policy, socially distanced seating,…Read More
Christmas cheer is beating through the heart of Philly with the return of Christmas Village in Philadelphia! LOVE Park’s authentic German-style Christmas market officially opened on Thanksgiving and will run through Christmas Eve. In order to ensure a safe experience for all guests during the Coronavirus resurgence, the event staff has been working closely with the city’s health department. Even though one of the stipulations for opening was to cut…Read More
Tips to Ensure Safe Winter DrivingTips to Ensure Safe Winter Driving With winter fully upon us, the likelihood of experiencing snowy and slippery conditions while driving is high. Snow, ice, and other weather related hazards make even a routine daily drive challenging. According to the US Department of Transportation, more than 1,300 people are killed… Read More
Avoiding Work Injuries During WinterRisk of work injuries not only substantially increase during the winter months, but work injury severity increases as temperatures drop. With over 20,000 work injuries in 2017, numbers from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) significantly support the elevated workplace risk during winter. Common winter hazards at the workplace… Read More
Slip and Fall Injuries Involving Ice and SnowWith winter approaching, Pennsylvania and New Jersey will see ice and snow accumulation during the next few months. From this inclement weather, there is an increased chance of suffering slip and fall injuries. Slip and fall accident damages caused by ice or snow can be devastating. These damages may include… Read More
