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Grilling Safety
Posted: April 29, 2013
Americans enjoy more than three billion barbecues each year. But barbecuing can be dangerous, even deadly, if you are not careful The following tips can make your grilling experience safer: When ready to barbecue, protect yourself by wearing a heavy apron and an oven mitt that fits high up over your forearm. With gas grills, make sure the gas cylinder is always stored outside and...
Swimming Pool Safety And Maintenance Tips
Posted: April 29, 2013
Before your family starts splashing around in the pool, make sure you check the pool liner for rips and tears – just one of the many tips listed below. Maintain secure fencing and a locked entrance around the pool and deck area to prevent access when adequate supervision is not available. Make sure there is adequate lifesaving equipment in the pool area, including life preservers...
Do You Really Need That Extra Insurance On Your Rental Car?
Posted: April 18, 2013
Perhaps you are planning a warm weather family vacation? Or maybe you are taking a road trip? Regardless of why you need to rent a vehicle, there is important information regarding the optional insurance coverage that you need to know about. It is a common misconception that your collision coverage on your personal auto policy will protect you in the event of an accident with your rental...
Protecting You & Your Employees from Ticks and Mosquitoes
Posted: April 17, 2013
During the spring and summer months, ticks and mosquitoes are most active putting outdoor workers at risk to bacteria, parasites, and viruses. If you’re an employer of out-door workers it’s important you provide your workers with proper information regarding tick-borne diseases, transmissions, symptoms, and prevention. It’s also important to encourage symptoms & illness reporting. Common Symptoms of Tick-borne Diseases Include: Fever Fatigue Headache Join...
Keep You and Your Family Safe Before, During, and After a Flood
Posted: April 17, 2013
There is an increased risk of flooding during spring months. During the winter months, frozen land prevents melting snow or rainfall from steeping into the ground, which can result in overflow of streams, rivers, and lakes, once the ground warms up. Add spring storms to that and there is a very good chance spring flooding will occur. Here is what to do to keep you...
