Every employer wants to reduce worker injury. It’s the right thing to do—helping to protect the people who work for your company. And it’s the smart thing to do—reducing medical and workers compensation expenses, lost...

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It seems like a no-brainer to leave the lights on outside your home to deter burglars while you’re away (or even while you’re asleep). But does that really work? Or is it just a waste of electricity — particularly this...

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The holiday season is almost upon us! It’s just about time for cookies and eggnog, for parties and gift exchanges, for goodwill toward men—and for the holiday blues. Pressure to create the perfect holiday environment,...

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Technology has made home alarms of all kinds — from security to smoke, radon to radiation — more accessible than ever. Many of them can be configured to work together, and some even alert you to trouble through your...

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From business owners to managers, leadership strives to build talented teams to help ensure the success of the organization. And certainly no one wants to consider the potential of dishonest team-members! But employee...

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It seems everyone these days has a smartphone. Or a smart TV, a tablet, or an ebook reader. Or all of the above – and more. When you add it all up, you may find you have thousands and thousands of dollars tied up in...

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Have you ever Ubered (or Lyfted)? Airbnb’d? Have you thought about participating in the sharing economy from the service provider side? Chances are good that you’ve had experience with a hosting or ridesharing service...

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Have you ever noticed that, with roadway anger, it’s always the other guy’s fault? And, it very well could be. The thing is, you can’t control how other people drive. But, you can control how you respond to situations...

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As of July 6, more than 1100 cases of Zika had been reported in the United States, about 40 percent of them in Florida and New York. Don’t panic: all those patients recovered. But the fact is, Zika cases are on the rise,...

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When the sun is out and the weather’s warm, people flock to the water — whether it’s the beach, a lake, a river or a backyard pool. But, wherever there’s water, there’s also danger. According to the U.S. Centers for...

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As the saying goes, "It takes a village to raise a child." In business, we could say, "It takes a team to build an organization." For-profit companies may have a board of directors. Nonprofit organizations may have a...

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The family summer vacation is a time-honored tradition, and it often includes a trip to one of our country’s incredible amusement parks. But, while the rides and other attractions at these parks are typically safe, it...

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It's getting to be that time of year. Soon the news will be filled with lists of heat stroke symptoms, the dangers of leaving a baby or a pet in a locked car, and other summer weather warnings. It happens every summer-...

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Spring has arrived, which means it’s time to clean the cobwebs out of the corners, organize the closets and so forth. While you’re at it, don’t forget to revisit the important documents and other items you have in your...

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Would you like to prevent worker injury and fatality at your company? Okay, silly question. Every business owner/ operator, manager or supervisor wants to ensure the safety of the workforce. And, obviously, workers...

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A fire is a fire, and a fire extinguisher is a fire extinguisher, right? Well, not quite. There are actually different types of fires and different types of extinguishers that respond best to each one. So, which is...

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Our smartphones have made us multitaskers-or at least, we like to think so! We may scroll through headlines or social media accounts while watching TV. We are able to stay in touch with family throughout the workday....

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It’s just rain — how much impact can it really have on your driving? The answer: a lot. You’re likely to experience lower visibility, reduced traction and increased difficulty in handling your car both during and after...

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The eyes may be the windows to the soul-but they're also an area of the body that is seriously vulnerable to threats in the workplace. In fact, each day about 2,000 workers sustain work-related eye injuries severe...

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What’s the most important number for you this tax season? The amount of your refund? The amount you owe? The number of hours spent poring over all the other numbers? All of those are pretty important, but none of them...

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In February, we can't help but think of hearts and flowers and chocolates and Cupid. After all, Valentine's Day is right in the middle of the month! But there's another good reason to think of hearts this month: it's...

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Freezing temperatures, gusts of wind, patches of ice – winter can be a horrible time to be on the road, especially if you’re on vacation and aren’t used to driving in winter conditions. And, it’s an even worse time to...

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Attn. business owners: OSHA penalties are going up-and that could spell problems for your company. It's been 25 years since the Occupational Safety and Health Administration has increased its penalties to account for...

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About 2 million times every year, animals and cars collide on U.S. roadways — often causing serious and even fatal injuries to drivers and passengers, along with about $1 billion in damage, according to the U.S....

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