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Hiking and camping are two fun and rewarding outdoor activities that people of all ages can enjoy. Whether it's on the east coast, west coast, or anywhere in between, adventuring into the wilderness is a truly experience that allows you to see mother nature up close and personal. However, hiking and/or camping can also be dangerous if certain safety precautions are not taken.Don't Go Hiking AloneWhen hiking, a good rule of thumb is to always bring at least one person with you. Regardless of much …

Detroit-based Nicholson Terminal & Dock Co. is being $168,700 by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) for a 2013 incident which resulted in the death of a worker.On November 19, 2013, a worker stationed at the company's marine terminal was struck and killed by a 62,000-pound forklift carrying nearly 40,000 pounds of steel.Following the deadly incident, OSHA officials immediately launched an investigation to determine exactly what caused the worker's death. According to O …

A disturbing new study reveals that Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and e.coli -- two potentially deadly infectious diseases -- can live for days inside the cabin of an airplane.According to The National Air Traffic Controllers Association, there are approximately 25,000-30,000 passenger flights made in the U.S. each day. While most passengers note that their greatest fear associated with air travel is the possibility of a crash or mid-air collision; howeve …

According to the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), heat stroke was responsible for 7,415 deaths between 1999 and 2010, which translates into approximately 618 deaths per year. Professions which require employees to work outdoors during the hot summer months experience the highest rates of this potentially deadly condition.Whether you work in a 'hot' environment or not, though, it's always a good idea to familiarize yourself with the warning signs of heat stroke. If you're loungin …

The Occupational Safety and Healthy Administration (OSHA) issued $24,000 in citations to Chevron USA, Inc. for a deadly November 2013 explosion at the company's Pascagoula plant that killed a worker.Following the deadly incident, OSHA officials immediately began a month-long investigation to determine the exact cause and whether or not it could have been prevented. According to OSHA's report, the explosion began as a result of a widespread power outage throughout the facility. 46-year-old&n …