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The industrial truck manufacturing sector has been an important and active part of the American economy for 100 years. Texas is a state where industrial truck firms have generated one of the highest economic impacts, nearly $2.7 Billion. We can continue to be safe and free from injury by following these tips and by encouraging workers to stay abreast of forklift operator training.
As the warmer season revs up, drivers are now more likely to be sharing the road with motorcycles. Motorcycle Awareness Month is observed in May and is a good time to remind drivers to take extra care while sharing the road. Agencies such as the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the National Safety Council, and the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) come together to remind vehicle drivers and motorists that safe driving and riding practices plus cooperation from all road users will help reduce the number of fatalities and injuries on our nation's highways. Did you know more than half of fatal motorcycle crashes result from collisions with other vehicles? Because of its small size, motorcycles can be easily hidden in a car’s blind spots or masked by objects such as bushes or fences while at an intersection. Furthermore, the combination of congested roadways and distracted driving increase the difficulty of seeing motorcycles in traffic. These factors have led to many preventable fatalities each year. On average, more than one motorcyclist is killed on Texas roads every day . In 2022, 562 motorcycle riders were killed in motor vehicle crashes, an 8% increase over the previous year. And another 2,422 people were seriously injured. TxDOT’s annual safety campaign "Share the Road: Look Twice for Motorcycles" aims to protect motorcyclists by educating drivers on how to safely share the road. Below are a few safety precautions all motorists should keep in mind to help prevent motorcycle crashes: Stay alert. Give driving your full attention. Even a momentary distraction, such as answering a phone call or changing the radio station, can have deadly consequences. Pay special attention at intersections. One-third of all motorcycle fatalities happen at roadway intersections. Take extra care when making a left turn. Always assume motorcycles are closer than they appear and avoid turning in front of an oncoming motorcycle. Look twice when changing lanes. Check mirrors, check blind spots, and always use turn signals. Following these safety tips can help save lives and reduce injuries on our Texas roads.
Stress in our lives is inevitable. After polling the staff at Vogt Engineering, here are some of the ways our team manage stress: meditating, taking a walk and breathing in the fresh air, maintaining an optimal environment using temperature and lighting controls, listening to calming music, and squeezing a stress ball.
Fighting Hunger. Feeding Hope.
On average, 90% of poisonings happen in American homes each year, and more than 70% of people who call the Poison Hotline get the help they need right away, right where they are — saving the cost of a trip to a doctor or hospital. Vogt Engineering encourages you to save the Hotline number (1-800-222-1222) in your phone to easily contact them if you have questions or suspect a poisoning.
There is great need in our community for mental health and addiction resources. Finding the help when you need it can be a tremendous challenge but luckily, Mosaics of Mercy has recognized this need and is helping to bridge the gap by providing vetted resources, education, and hope.
The rainy season in Texas is typically in the spring (March-May) as the season begins to change. Although it might sound like a dull topic, rainwater can cause hazards for us all; thus, it is an important topic for this #SafetySaturday.
Anyone can become a victim of internet crime.
The word “mentor” has roots dating back to the 8 th century - from the character named Mentor in Homer’s Odyssey. The personal name Mentor has been adopted in Latin and other languages, including English, as a term meaning someone who imparts wisdom to and shares knowledge with a less-experienced person. National Mentoring Month is recognized in January and is a perfect time to incorporate cultivating new relationships that support and nurture the youth in our community. According to MENTOR, 1 in 3 young people in America are growing up without a mentor outside their family. By volunteering to be a mentor, we have an opportunity to provide a valuable friendship while supporting growth. Project Mentor connects community members with Conroe ISD students to foster meaningful relationships that promote positive youth development so that students can successfully navigate school and life. The CISD mentoring program uses traditional one-on-one mentoring by matching a mentee (student) and mentor (community volunteer) during school hours. Rachel Gentry, one of the facilitators of CISD’s Project Mentor, says “Mentoring is a way to support the next generation of leaders. By connecting young people with caring adults, we promote academic success, participation in extra-curriculars and explore new opportunities. Project Mentor currently serves 9 campuses in the Conroe Feeder Zone where there is currently a waitlist of about 40 students. You can help close the mentoring gap by volunteering to mentor one of them. Additionally, we are excited to be expanding the program to Caney Creek Feeder Zone soon.” Statistics compiled by MENTOR show mentoring has tangible effects. With a mentor, young people are: 52% less likely to skip a day of school. 78% more likely to volunteer regularly in their communities. 130% more likely to hold a leadership position in a club or sports team. This National Mentoring Month, join Vogt Engineering in committing to encourage, motivate, and strengthen mentorship for our youth by volunteering for CISD Project Mentor. The next training class will be held on Wednesday, February 8, 2023. Visit their website to learn more and fill out this form to register for the next training.
