Just as summertime comes with its own set of safety rules for kids (“Wear your helmet!” “Never go in a pool unattended!”), there are back-to-school safety rules to follow, too. Sure, kids will be in a more structured environment, but the start of a school year brings on new situations, which calls for a rule …
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Mowing grass is such a common activity that business managers may not realize it’s a skill workers need to be properly trained on before using company equipment. If your business falls into this category, just remember that Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) also views lawn care as a work activity requiring workers to have …
With warmer weather comes an array of outdoor activities for the whole family, including cooling off in a pool if you are lucky enough to have one. But with a pool also comes the responsibility of safety must-haves and best practices that any parent or home owner should be concerned with. With over 200 young …
When an employee is off work due to an injury or illness, you can save money and help improve your experience mod by bringing them back to work in a transitional capacity as soon as they are medically able. Many times, you can accommodate medical restrictions with minor changes to the employee’s regular job duties …
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DO YOU REALLY NEED ACCIDENT FORGIVENESS INSURANCE? Accidents can happen to any of us on the roadways at any time. Although car accidents can happen in the blink of an eye, the impact can last much longer than just those few minutes. Beyond the clash that can leave physical and emotional scars on drivers, there’s …
By Cincinnati Loss Control Consider extended power outages when creating a disaster preparedness plan. Most of us can, reluctantly, endure the occasional brief power outage from a weather event or other calamity. But an extended power outage can be a challenge to our dependence on modern appliances and electronic devices, and disaster plans should take …
Car insurance is a necessary expense for many people, and there are a variety of ways to save on this household cost once you know what it takes. To get started, gather your personal information, determine your budget and then consider the insurance coverage that you think will best safeguard you and your lifestyle. Here are …
When the temperature begins to drop, consider these maintenance and end-of-season tasks that will help you winterize your home and protect your property. We’ve gathered 10 simple tips for tasks like winterizing your home water pipes, avoiding heat loss and expensive energy bills, and using warm air to your advantage so you can protect your …
Don’t Overlook These 5 Fire Hazards “There is nearly an unlimited number of ways that fires can start,” David Whisman, EMC Risk Improvement Manager, says. Fire hazards are in every area of a business, and causes are diverse—ranging from faulty wiring or machinery to dust, chemicals, hot work and even poor housekeeping. Since fires are …
By Hal Paz, MD, MS Getting an annual flu shot is a no-brainer for lots of Americans ― about 148 million of us. Health-care workers, adults over 65, people with chronic health conditions and parents of young children tend to make it part of their fall routine, like breaking out the winter coats or decorating …
