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Look before you lock: never leave children in vehicles unattended
July 25, 2018 — Child death from vehicular heatstroke is a parent's worst nightmare, but unfortunately, it happens more often than you think. Heatstroke is one of the leading causes of death among children. Regrettably, even great parents may forget a child in the back seat when distracted... MORE

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a car can heat up by 20 degrees and become deadly for infants and small children. That's enough to kill a child left alone in a vehicle. Always "Look Before You Lock."

Learn to safely weather the summer heat
July 12, 2018 — During the summer months, the days seem long and hot because the Earth’s axis actually leans towards the sun throughout the months of June, July, August and September. Many people think summer begins after Memorial Day, but this year’s summer solstice occurred at 5:07 p.m. June 21. ... MORE

Summer is finally here! Make this one the best summer ever with risk management! # JBSASafeSummer