As you head out to work on the last Monday of October, the first frost of the season chills the flower bed skirting your porch. You haven’t driven far when…
We want you to be safe…on the road, at home, and on the job. The information provided through the links below will help keep you and your family, or business, safe.
- Safety on the Road – Driving a vehicle requires a great amount of concentration and focus. However, even under the best circumstances, accidents can happen. Learn about ways to avoid automobile accidents, such as deer-related accidents or those that happen during severe winter weather, as well as ways to keep your teenage driver safe.
- Safety at Home – Home is a special place where you and your family feel safe and protected. Reinforce that safe feeling by performing routine maintenance and inspection on areas of your home, such as the electrical system. Don’t forget to pay special attention to added features, such as a wood-burning stove, which requires proper installation. And, plan a home emergency supply kit now, before you need it.
- Safety on the Job – As an employer or employee, we all want safety on the job to be a priority. Establishing general safety guidelines is one way to get started to make the workplace a safer environment.
Wildlife rescues: What to do if you find an orphaned or injured baby animal in the wild
Spring is the season of new life. Flowers bloom, plants begin to grow and many wild animals start having their young. Come late March, you may start seeing young animals…
How to survive a flooding emergency: At home, in your car and anywhere
According to the National Weather Service (NWS), an average of 30 people die yearly due to flooding-related accidents. To stay safe during a disaster scenario, it is crucial to have…
Window safety tips for families with children
After a long, bitter winter, there’s nothing better than opening the windows and airing out the home for the first time since fall. However, precautions must be taken to ensure…
A guide to summer playground maintenance
With summer just around the corner, your kids are likely looking forward to evening barbeques and playing on your outdoor playset. Without the proper upkeep, though, this equipment could present…
Six fundamental forklift safety tips
Forklift-related accidents accounted for 7,290 injuries involving days away from work and 78 deaths in the U.S. in 2020, according to the National Safety Council. Although your profession might require…
Firework safety tips for a disaster-free summer
With a number of summer holidays just around the corner, your celebrations are sure to include some fireworks shows. But with 15,600 emergency room visits and 18 deaths caused by…
Nailed It: How to stay safe while using a nail gun at work
Nail guns are powerful tools that can greatly increase productivity on the job—and greatly increase the risk of injury through puncture wounds to the hands, fingers and feet, too. The…
Hot under the collar: The signs and symptoms of heat stress
Heat stress impacts thousands of U.S. workers annually, with symptom severity ranging from uncomfortable rashes to internal temperatures so high they become fatal. It’s important to know the signs of…
Floating your boat: Safety tips for recreational boaters
Boating may be an integral part of your summer and something you look forward to every time you’re planning to go out. Without the proper precautions, though, it doesn’t take…
