News from NDSC!

You don’t need a campfire for nighttime fun
Announcements, NDSC NewsAs families head to the lake, the backyard or the badlands this summer, a campfire may be tempting, but it isn’t worth the risk. North Dakota’s drought continues, and fire danger remains high. While campers may miss those traditional fire blackened, ash-flavored marshmallows, campers can find lots of fun without the fire.

Organizational Changes and New Hires for NDSC
Announcements, NDSC NewsLongtime Assistant Executive Director, Lynae Hanson, retired in April from the North Dakota Safety Council. After the announcement of her retirement, we hired two new positions and promoted a few staff members.

NDSC Announces This Year’s Safety & Health Award Winners
Announcements, NDSC NewsThis year, we distributed 48 awards to companies and individuals representing multiple industries including transportation, manufacturing, construction, and oil and gas.
National Safety Council News
- Which is worse for you: Eating sugar or drinking it?
- Does sleepiness increase kids’ risk of injury?
- Survey shows need for more awareness of heart health risks
- Keep going on your health goals
- Use pressure washers safely
- Sand holes: hidden hazard at the beach
- How to avoid ‘avocado hand’
- Ready for summer fun?
- Feeling angry behind the wheel? Try the ‘Three R’s’
- Safety researchers reveal where and when most pedestrian deaths happen
- New study finds cinnamon may interfere with your prescription meds
- Do you use a fitness tracker or BP monitor? You may be skipping an important step
- Artificially scented products may not be great for your home’s air quality
- Many young drivers are taking risks behind the wheel, survey shows
- Will you have this dance? It may lower stress