We always remind you that accidents at the workplace are expensive. Each slip, trip, or fall incident at the workplace costs the employer an average of $40,000. Owning or managing a multi-tenant space is a big responsibility. So, today, as we head into winter we’d like to give you some hints on improving safety in […]
It’s kind of shocking that about 25% of all reported workplace accidents involve a slip, trip, or fall. And it’s hard to believe that falling down is the second leading cause of death after motor vehicle accidents. But having mats at your place of business is an easy and inexpensive way to mitigate that slip, […]
According to the OSHA, slips, trips, and falls account for 15% of accidental deaths, and slip, trip, and fall incidents cost the employer on average of $40,000 per event in the US. But it gets worse. Recently, a study by CNA Financial Corp. found that 50% of workplace floors did not meet the criteria for […]
Elevator pads are all about safety in residential, commercial and freight elevators. Here is why they are so important: They protect the costly finishes of the elevator. They protect passengers. They protect valuable cargo. It’s much cheaper to put in elevator pads BEFORE your finishes are damaged by moving heavy and odd-shaped freight. It’s much […]
You may not have given a lot of thought to desk chair mats, but perhaps you should. There are several advantages to having them, and equally several disadvantages to not have them in your office space. We carry two kinds of desk chair mats, one for carpeted flooring, and one for non-carpeted flooring. Both have […]
Safe workplaces aren’t just about mitigating lawsuits and reducing financial liabilities. Businesses should take an active approach toward workplace safety because it’s the right thing to do, first and foremost. An accident at work doesn’t just affect the person involved – it has negative emotional and efficiency consequences on everyone in your organization. Making all […]
Every business has a bottom line goal, but the strategy to reach mass profit differs. However, one tactic can benefit all companies’ profitability and sales – workplace safety. Right now, you may be abiding by workplace safety standards to avoid penalties from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), thus maintaining profit by eliminating such unplanned fees. […]
Fall is right around the corner, bringing with it colder temperatures, leaves and cloudy skies. Inclement weather during seasonal changes presents increased risks for slip-and-fall accidents at work. Now is the time to get serious about floor safety, before In its annual Workplace Safety Index, Liberty Mutual reported American business owners lost $17.92 billion in […]
Earlier this summer, a woman sued the Kmart Corporation for negligence. After a painful trip, the woman said the store failed to take appropriate safety measures to prevent her from falling. Sharon Humphreys filed the complaint on May 24, alleging that she was seriously injured at a Charleston Kmart when she slipped and fell on […]
Carpet and other floor tiles are common in gyms, offices, airports and schools – but what makes these floors so popular? Easy installation, simple replacement and a virtually seamless look are a few of the many benefits to carpet tiles. Many homeowners and business owners are unaware that carpet tiles hold many possibilities, whether you’re […]
