It’s never too early to start thinking about spring safety. For water parks, February and March are the perfect time to determine which mats, handrails, signs, and other safety products need replaced in preparation for spring. Spring safety preparedness does not end with new product purchases, however. Risk assessments and new safety protocols, when applicable, […]
Carpeting is a fundamental must-have for a variety of different commercial and public facilities. It protects the floor, insulates the room, and often raises feelings of comfort and warmth. In recent years, eco-friendly designers and facility managers have increasingly looked for ways to extend the life of carpeting. According to reports, an estimated 4.7 billion […]
Winter is here, which means it’s time to think safety. Over the coming months, several key factors will play a large role in the formation of potential slip and fall accidents. Fortunately, accidents can be prevented with just a bit of planning and proactive maintenance. Use the resources below to ensure your facility is prepared […]
From office buildings to local businesses and retail outlets, many facilities have a set of double doors at the primary point of entry. Double doors provide a variety of benefits over simpler single doors, like increased traffic flow and sharper, more upscale aesthetics. Shopping for mats to cover the floors leading up to, through, and […]
This picture, taken at a prominent hotel in Brickell, Miami’s booming financial district, perfectly illustrates how entrance mats and runners can be designed to compliment even the most regal of commercial and residential spaces. To learn more about these flexible and fully customizable commercial mats, visit our page on Waterhog Mats. Mats & Hotel Design […]
Hurricane season is here, and we’re announcing an all new sale designed to keep your storefront clean, dry, and safe throughout the coming months. The sale covers all products ordered online through Eaglemat.com. To assist in product selection, our editors have assembled the following list of must-have safety products. Shop scraper mats, wiper mats, and […]
According to NSC Injury Facts, slip and fall accidents are a leading cause for emergency room visits, accounting to nearly 9 million visits in the United States in 2011. Statistics gathered by Liberty Mutual paint a likewise gloomy picture, demonstrating that slip and fall accidents in the workplace cost American businesses an estimated $13 billion […]
When it comes to safety, American businesses are losing out. A report issued in 2012 by insurance company Liberty Mutual showed an alarming statistic: More than $13 billion was lost to accidents related to slips and falls (i). According to another American insurance company, CNA, most slips and falls in commercial settings are the result […]
As spring weather continues to make it easier for people to enjoy public places, property owners are wise to turn their attention to the ways in which safety can be improved within major entryways and walkways. Though simple in concept, springtime slip and fall prevention can prove challenging for property owners because spring months are […]
There is a troubling misconception that carpets and carpet mats are not sanitary. This has led to removal of carpeting and carpet floor mats from schools, workplaces, and other commercial spaces. Property owners and safety managers are wise to take note of this alarming trend, as 60% or more of slip and fall accidents occurring […]
