Back-to-School Safety Beyond the School Bus: Injury Risks Parents Often Overlook
As summer winds down, families across Pennsylvania are busy shopping for school supplies, organizing schedules, and preparing for a new academic year. While backpacks, notebooks, and lunchboxes often top the checklist, one important item is frequently overlooked: injury prevention. Back-to-school season brings thousands of children back onto sidewalks, roads, playgrounds, and athletic fields. Whether your […]
ATV & UTV Safety in Pennsylvania: Protecting Families on Every Ride
From the mountains of northcentral Pennsylvania to the farms and forests that define much of our state, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and utility terrain vehicles (UTVs or “side-by-sides”) have become a way of life for many families. They’re used for recreation, hunting, farming, trail riding, and getting work done around the property. But while these vehicles […]
Yard Work Safety in August: Stay Safe While Keeping Your Property Beautiful
August is one of the busiest months for yard maintenance in Pennsylvania. Lawns continue to grow, gardens need harvesting and cleanup, trees and shrubs require trimming, and many homeowners begin preparing their landscapes for the upcoming fall season. While yard work is an excellent way to stay active and improve your home’s curb appeal, it […]
The Rise of Micromobility: Staying Safe on E-Scooters, E-Bikes, and Other Personal Transportation Devices
Summer is the perfect time to get outdoors, and many people are choosing micromobility devices such as electric scooters, electric bicycles, hoverboards, skateboards, and other personal transportation options to travel, commute, and recreate. While these devices offer convenience and fun, they also present unique injury risks that riders should understand before heading out. As micromobility […]
Summer Travel Safety: Preventing Injuries on the Road
Summer is one of the busiest travel seasons of the year. Families head to vacation destinations, teens begin summer jobs, and holiday weekends bring increased traffic to Pennsylvania roadways. While summer travel creates opportunities for adventure and connection, it also increases the risk of motor vehicle crashes. Traffic injuries remain one of the leading causes […]
Safe Play Starts Here: Playground Safety Tips for Summer Fun
For many children, summer means spending more time outdoors at parks, playgrounds, camps, and community recreation areas. Playgrounds provide important opportunities for physical activity, social development, and imaginative play. However, they can also be a source of preventable injuries if proper safety precautions are not followed. Each year, thousands of children are treated for playground-related […]
Fireworks Safety: Celebrate Safely in Pennsylvania
Fireworks are a favorite part of summer celebrations, especially around Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day.
National Safety Month 2026: Small Actions Save Lives
Every June, organizations and communities across the country recognize National Safety Month
Trailer Safety Week 2026: Protecting Families on Pennsylvania Roads
Every June, communities across the country recognize Trailer Safety Week — a time dedicated to reminding drivers that safe towing practices save lives.
Graduation & Prom Safety: Preventing Impaired Driving
Graduation and prom season should be filled with excitement, celebration, and lifelong memories—not tragedy. Unfortunately, this time of year also brings an increase in impaired driving crashes involving teens and young adults. For families, schools, and communities across Pennsylvania, prevention is not just important—it’s essential. Why This Matters Motor vehicle crashes remain one of the […]