There’s nothing better than settling into a warm house while the cold wind blows outside. But, getting — and keeping — your home heated may pose a safety issue if you don’t take the right precautions. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), the leading months for home heating fires are December,...
Car accidents are one of the main things that drivers need to worry about while on the road but not only do drivers have to worry about themselves and their aptitude for safety, they need to worry about everyone with whom they share the road. One of the most...
Dryers are among the least-discussed fire threats in the home, but can be a major risk when not properly monitored and managed. The National Fire Prevention Association states that from 2010-2014, there were 15,970 home fires each year involving clothes dryers or washing machines and resulting in $238 million per year in direct...
For the homeowner with a swimming pool, a pool accident can be devastating in many ways. Drowning isn’t by any means the only safety concern, though. From minor scrapes to biological hazards, there are several safety concerns that go with pool ownership. To help you avoid problems and have...
The U.S. workforce has steadily gotten older over the past two decades, which has both positive and negative connotations for workplace safety, experts say. In 1994, people ages 55 and older represented 11.9% of the labor force – a number that is rising and is expected to reach 24.9%...
Pay-as-you-go workers’ compensation is increasing in popularity in the business world. Eliminating up-front costs and outdated payment methods, are two of the biggest reasons businesses are turning to pay-as-you-go workers’ comp insurance. Another large benefit is not having to deal with audits. The cost and time typically spent on audits...
Parents will be the first to tell you children are naturally curious creatures. All of us are to a certain degree, regardless of age, and some more so than others. Though there are several potential explanations for why this may be the case, curious teenagers’ inclinations may derive...
The correct car seat is absolutely essential to keep children protected when they are on the road in your vehicle. A car seat isn’t a one-time purchase, either – what works for an infant likely isn’t going to be right for a toddler. And what’s best for a...