ATV users can help reduce the risk of wildfires when travelling on forest lands. Please use a proper screening or baffling device to prevent sparks from escaping & carry a fire extinguisher with a minimum of 225 grams of ABC-class dry chemical. #FireSmart#IAmFireSmart#GovNL
Properly use a car seat, booster or seat belt on every ride, even in a taxi or a ride-share vehicle. Learn more at https://t.co/fFOdhrE6Lg #SKW2023#KidsInTheRightSeat#TurnSafetyOn
Cycling is a great form of exercise. To those that do, well done!
If you're driving, please keep an eye out for people on their bikes & always leave at least 1m of space between yourself and the person cycling.
#StaySafe#ShareTheRoad#1mRule
Our crews are there whenever you need them, day or night, to keep your lights on and your homes warm. Please help keep them safe by slowing down, moving over and following the onsite safety measures when they’re working on the side of the road. #SafetyandHealthWeek
Tow truck operators report near misses every day. Working on the roadside places them in a risky situation with every shift.
To help keep them safe on the job, please SLOW DOWN and MOVE OVER if safe to do so.
This allows them the space to work safely.
#safetyfortowtrucks#safety
As always, call 911 to report emergencies.
For your information, beginning April 1st, 10-digit dialing will become active in NL for all phone calls, except those to 911.
Make buckling up a habit before you start your vehicle. #SeatBeltsSaveLives. Seatbelts are your last line of protection in a collision. Wear yours to help save your life and reduce injuries.
The snow has started on the S. Avalon and south coast.
Environment Canada's Winter Storm Warnings say to expect 15-30cm for the northeast Avalon, 15-25 cm Clarenville/Bonavista, and 15-20 cm for Burin Peninsula.
They tell me snow will be wetter and heavier tomorrow. #nlwx
National Impaired Driving Prevention Week is the third week of March each year. The Government of Canada and RCMP recognize the importance of educating Canadians about the consequences of impaired driving, which destroys the lives and health of thousands of Canadians.
Daylight savings starts March 12th. Don’t forget to pick-up batteries for your smoke & carbon monoxide alarms over the next couple days so you can change the batteries this weekend. Remember, working smoke & carbon monoxide alarms save lives!
Think it can't happen to you? Think again. Helmets on all off-road vehicles are mandatory for a reason - they help prevent serious injury and death. #nltraffic#GovNL
We can't wait for our 2023 Atlantic Workplace Health & Safety Conference!
You won't want to miss it, make sure to register below!
https://t.co/JEg73z5BXV
Be prepared and extra cautious when driving in winter road conditions.
❄️Slow down
❄️Allow extra stopping distance
❄️Check road conditions before heading out @nl511updates
❄️Have an emergency kit in your vehicle
#GovNL#nltraffic
Remembering the 84 crew members lost on the #OceanRanger 41 years ago. Safety has come a long way since this tragedy, but requires constant attention and must be the top priority for everyone involved in exploration and production. There is always room for improvement.