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Emergencies can create a variety of hazards for workers in the impacted area. Preparing before an emergency incident plays a vital role in insuring that employers and workers have the necessary equipment, know where to go, and know how to keep themselves safe when an emergency occurs. These... more
On August 20, 2018, T-Mobile contacted their customers to alert them of an unauthorized person accessing certain personal information. The data that was compromised was name, phone number, email address, account number, and type.
Breaches such as this are now common place and you need to... more
These five causes of home damage were identified by the Travelers in their recent report which tracked claims from 2009 to 2016.
- Water-related water - leaking roofs and frozen pipes
- Wind – damage to roofs, walls, and uprooted trees
- Non-weather related water damage... more
No matter what your business, cyber-attacks are an increasingly common occurrence. They not only affect the Internet, but also attack your core business systems. In addition to your cyber liability coverage, you need to implement risk management support.
What are the components of a... more
August is Back to School Safety Month. With the new school year about to start, it’s a good time to remind motorists to be extra careful at all times. Here are some safety reminders for drivers:
- Slow down and be especially alert in residential neighborhoods and school zones ... more
What are the 100 deadliest days for teens? It’s from Memorial Day to Labor Day, when accidents among teens drivers spike by 15%. Join the millions who have pledged to drive distraction free. From checking emails to posting on social media - all of it can wait.
Go to ... more
There are plenty of things you should remember to bring when heading off on a boating adventure, but there are also a few things that you’d be better off leaving behind. Certain items can create safety issues on a boat, while other things can just be a plain mess to clean up. Whether it’s your... more
Summer is the perfect time for outdoor picnics, barbeques, and sports. It is also the perfect time to breed food bugs. Take a look at some tips from the Food Network to keep both your food and family safe:
- Use a thermometer – Don’t just rely on how food looks; make sure it is... more
According to a recent survey by the National Safety Council, 32% of reported injuries and near-misses are due to fatigued employees.
If your employees are working 12-hour shifts, seven days a week strongly contribute to incidents and fatigue. Another culprit is assigning workers to the... more
Backyard decks are the perfect place to enjoy warm weather with family and friends. However, a poorly maintained or unsafe deck could possibly collapse, causing serious injuries.
In the United States alone there are estimated to be 40 million decks in use that were built 20-plus years ago... more
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