The US has the highest motor vehicle passenger fatality rate
out of the top 29 high income countries in the world. With what is seemingly a
good road system in the US it makes you wonder why compared to other countries we
have the highest fatality rate. Not only do we have the highest rate, but it has
been increasing over the past few years. The United States has a significant
increase in death percentage per hundred thousand residents since 2019, while
on average the rest of countries considered high income countries have a
significant decrease.
In over 47% of deaths, not wearing
seatbelts were listed as a reason for the passenger dying. The second and third
most common reasons were speeding and then distracted driving, including
fatigue and substance use. Keeping employees aware of risks associated with such
a basic and prevalent action is important for them and for you as a business
owner or coworker. Errors while driving impact the driver and potentially
anyone or anything around you and not only can be fatal, but very expensive.
The CDC’s main recommended solutions
for preventing deaths during accidents are implementing and enforcing stricter
laws with seatbelts, speeding, and maintaining focus while driving. While
nationally there could be changes, within your business is a way to make sure
the people around you are safe and not putting anyone’s assets at risk while
driving. While it is a basic task to make sure you do correctly, it can be very
dangerous too and is necessary to consider and take seriously.
G. Kevin Nemith , Hilb Group Delaware Xavier Bodnar , Hilb Group Delaware
Post by:
G. Kevin Nemith CIC. CRM President, Agency Leader for Hilb Group Delaware,
Xavier Bodnar Benefits Broker Hilb Group Delaware
knemith@hilbgroup.com
xbodnar@hilbgroup.com
Top 20 insurance brokers and risk managers in the USA.
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