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The importance of exit routes

November 6, 2019

An exit route is defined as a continuous and unobstructed path of exit from any point within a facility to a place of safety. According …

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Creating an Effective Hazardous Communication Program

August 28, 2019

Many industries can present hazards for employees in the form of toxic chemicals. Employers and managers can mitigate this risk is by implementing an effective communication program. Employers that have hazardous chemicals in their workplaces are required by the Occupational …

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Prepare Your School for an Active Shooter

August 21, 2019

As students prepare to return to class, it’s important campus security personnel outline a plan to train faculty, staff and students for active shooter situations. To be adequately prepared, institutions must include everyone in training and drills, not just their …

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Keep young workers safe this summer

June 12, 2019

Employers are responsible for the safety of their workers—including young workers and summer interns. Per OSHA, employers must provide all workers with the necessary training and personal protective equipment necessary to accomplish their job safely. Employers must also have a …

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Glow-in-the-dark solutions that increase safety and save electricity

April 3, 2019

In 2016, Texas A&M wanted to improve the safety of an on-campus intersection that featured high pedestrian, bicycle and vehicle traffic. Part of their solution was to paint the bike lanes in highly visible green paint. This green paint is …

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How to Safely Use Portable Generators

March 6, 2019

Even though spring is around the corner, March is the snowiest month of the year for many locations in the US. A bad snowstorm can often lead to loss of power that could lead to rise in the use of …

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Think You Don’t Need An Earthquake Preparation Plan? Think Again.

February 20, 2019

If you live on the West Coast, you probably already have an earthquake preparation plan in place; the reality is that earthquakes don’t always hit where there’s a continental plate. In fact, there’s a huge area stretching from Little Rock …

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What should you do if a pipe freezes?

January 16, 2019

Earlier we discussed how to keep your pipes from freezing, but sometimes pipes freeze despite preventative measures. It’s vital to quickly get the water flowing through the pipe again—otherwise, the pipe will burst and damage your facility. Here’s how to …

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Pipe Health, Part One: How to keep your facility’s pipes from freezing

January 9, 2019

According to Property Claim Services, winter storms cause an average of $1.5 billion in property damage each year, but some years can be far worse. The winter of 2015, according to Verisk Analytics, was responsible for $3.5 billion in damages …

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Be prepared for wildfires

December 7, 2018

California’s latest deadly, costly wildfires have increased awareness about them. However, what you might not know is you don’t have to be near a forest to be in danger. Wildfires can just as easily burn their way through urban areas, …

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