May 12, 2025 | Road Safety, Safety Shorts
By K C Pawling, Road Safety and Loss Prevention Specialist Now that I’ve been in the role of NIRMA Road Safety and Loss Prevention Specialist for 3 ½ years, I am honestly surprised at the number of road department employees I speak to that still aren’t wearing...
Apr 10, 2025 | Road Safety, Safety Shorts
By K C Pawling, Road Safety and Loss Prevention Specialist The efficient and safe operation of equipment is critical to the success of any county or business. Most of us know that equipment plays a pivotal role in daily operations of the county road department and...
Mar 6, 2025 | Road Safety, Safety Shorts
By K C Pawling, Road Safety and Loss Prevention Specialist Nebraska law requires that motor carriers, which include county road departments, secure their loads properly to prevent items from falling off or shifting during transit. This issue frequently arises for...
Feb 3, 2025 | Road Safety, Safety Shorts
By K C Pawling, Road Safety and Loss Prevention Specialist Distracted driving has become one of the leading causes of traffic accidents, injuries, and fatalities nationwide. With the rise of smartphones, in-car entertainment systems, and other distractions, it’s more...
Jan 2, 2025 | Road Safety, Safety Shorts
By K C Pawling, Road Safety and Loss Prevention Specialist I recently read an article about how leadership behavior sets the safety tone for an organization. This got me thinking about those I would view as leaders and their role in a safety program. So, we are going...
Dec 13, 2024 | Road Safety, Safety Shorts
By K C Pawling, Road Safety and Loss Prevention Specialist Daily walk-around inspections are a crucial practice in maintaining the health, safety, and efficiency of equipment AND employees. These simple yet highly effective inspections help prevent costly breakdowns,...
