Cold weather can be dangerous for anyone who spends time outdoors for either work or pleasure. Be mindful of the risks. Excessive exposure to low temperatures, wind, or moisture can cause two dangerous conditions: frostbite and hypothermia. Before venturing outside in winter: Check the temperature and limit your time outdoors if it’s very cold, wet,…
GLE Scrap Metal Inc., a ferrous and non-ferrous recycled materials processing and trading company headquartered in Casselberry, FL., has acquired an interest in Kansas City, MO.-based recycler Mallin Cos. Inc. The transaction took effect Dec. 31, 2024. Mallin’s operations will remain in Kansas City, MO. and will retain its existing leadership and employees. The two…
Most drivers want to work at a carrier that pays a decent wage, provides a safe and secure environment, and is compassionate. Many carriers are good at marketing the first of these issues when recruiting drivers but tend to not market the others. Do you have good and safe equipment? Driver frustration with vehicles and…
Driving in the winter can be difficult, especially in snowstorms and icy conditions. By getting your car ready for winter and using some simple tips to drive safely, you can face almost any weather that comes your way. Snow, ice, freezing rain, and sleet all pose challenges and often lead to crashes, slide-offs, and other…
On Wednesday, Dec. 4, the Recycled Materials Association (ReMA) announced a first-of-its-kind Visionary Sponsorship for 2025. ReMatter, an industry-leading software provider, has been named the presenting sponsor of ReMA2025 – The Show and the Official Innovation Sponsor of ReMA for 2025. “ReMatter is stepping up in a big way for ReMA and the recycled materials…
Recycled materials are sustainable, resilient, and essential to our everyday lives as well as to the global economy, the Recycled Materials Association (ReMA) said in a statement on America Recycles Day (ARD), Friday, Nov. 15. “From the coffee cup we are using to the cars we drive and the bridges we cross — recycled materials…
On Wednesday, Nov. 13, the Recycled Materials Association (ReMA) joined several organizations at a Recycling Caucus reception on Capitol Hill to acknowledge America Recycles Day and honor Chairman Tom Carper (D-Del) for his long-time commitment to advancing recycling policies and working across the aisle. “We thank Senator Carper for being a founding member of the…
There are many factors that contribute to our safety and the safety of others on the road. Being aware of your surroundings and understanding how to share the roads safely with others improves your chance of avoiding potentially dangerous situations. Work Zones Highway work zone sites can be a challenge to drivers. Navigate with courtesy…
The lives of every employee, visitor, and contractor in your facility may depend on your emergency response plan. This highlights the importance of dedicating the time and effort to create a comprehensive emergency response plan. An emergency response plan utilizes information collected during a risk assessment, allowing an organization to identify potential emergency scenarios and…
Halloween is a time for fun and spooky celebrations and activities, but it can also be a time for some truly scary personal and fire safety hazards. As the holiday nears, take these simple precautions that can help ensure the holiday remains fun and fire safe. Decorations Use glow sticks or battery-operated candles for jack-o-lanterns…
Drivers that require a commercial driver’s license (CDL) to operate are subject to DOT testing rules, and a carrier must have at least one employee designated as a driver supervisor to detect the use of a controlled substance or alcohol and request a DOT reasonable suspicion test. This supervisor must meet the training requirements in…
Each year the Atlantic hurricane season officially runs from June 1 through Nov. 30. This year, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) anticipates a very active season, predicting an 85% chance of an above average season. It’s clear that the 2024 hurricane season is very much in full swing, with many record-breaking storms making…