There was an explosion on the fishing boat KIM THU on April 26, 2024. According to reports, an explosion occurred on the fishing boat while it was docked in Honolulu, Hawaii. Five crew members are believed to have sustained burn injuries. Additional details have...
Wind damage can be catastrophic for businesses, not only causing physical damage to properties but also leading to significant operational disruptions. Business interruption insurance is designed to cover the financial losses a company incurs during the period it is...
There was a crash involving two charter buses in Gastonia, North Carolina on April 26, 2024. The two buses were traveling on Interstate 85. According to reports, the first bus stopped suddenly due to traffic on the roadway. The second bus was unable to stop,...
There was a helicopter crash in Anaconda, Montana on April 26, 2024. According to reports, a Bell 206 L4 helicopter crashed near Anaconda Smoke Stack State Park. The helicopter was performing revegetation work for Atlantic Richfield Company. The pilot was killed in...
Excavation work exposes construction crews to some of the most serious and predictable risks in the industry. When soil is disturbed, structural stability changes immediately. Without proper planning, oversight, and protective systems, excavation hazards can lead to...
There was a construction accident in Brookhaven, Georgia on April 25, 2024. According to reports, a worker became trapped when a trench collapsed during a construction project. The worker's leg became trapped, resulting in injuries. Trench collapses are among the...
Scissor lifts are invaluable tools on construction sites, providing workers with the ability to reach high places safely and efficiently. However, these lifts also present significant risks, particularly the danger of tipping over. Tip-over accidents can lead to...
Working in confined spaces aboard vessels presents unique and significant risks for longshore workers. Areas such as cargo holds, tanks, engine rooms, and other enclosed spaces can quickly become hazardous due to limited airflow, dangerous fumes, or unstable...
Navigating shallow waters presents several challenges for small boat operators, and one of the significant risks is hitting a sandbar. When a boat strikes a sandbar, it can cause immediate and severe damage to the vessel's hull, propeller, and engine. This article...
There was a deadly accident at the RSM Company processing plant in Slaton, Texas on April 25, 2024. Reports indicate a worker was crushed between two 1,500 pound cotton bales at the plant. A lift operator compressed the row of cotton, unaware of the other workers...