Aptly named, property owner liability deals exclusively with the degree to which a landowner is responsible, or liable, for the injury sustained by visitors to the premises. The degree of responsibility can be very low, as is the case when the 3rd party is deemed a trespasser. When the property owner stands to gain a […]
The season for tinsel, snow, and shopping has finally come! With the heavy-duty shopping season already among us, businesses must cope with the increasing foot traffic, wet conditions, and pressures to keep the spirits bright in their establishments. While we revel in the joyous spirits, let us pause for a moment and think of safety. […]
With the digitization of our world, customer opinion can greatly affect the credibility of any business. Customer can build or break the reputation of a company with a simple review on Yelp, Facebook, Twitter, or any number of local business review sites. Products and prices has become only a part of the overall experience of […]
Dirt, debris, and moisture accumulation can present serious problems for commercial businesses. Walking surfaces become increasingly slippery as accumulation grows, making it more dangerous to cross the area without slipping. Debris accumulation presents an even greater danger when it occurs on stairways; accidental trips and falls are common on steps that are kept clean, and […]
Rubber stair treads are essential for busy multi-level facilities. Ascending and descending staircases presents a potential danger to facility guests, particularly when inclement weather leads to rain and snow accumulation inside entryways. Stair treads provide grip and stability on stepping surfaces, and in some cases treads may even make individual steps more visible. The editors […]
Fall is in full swing, and soon it will be winter. Across the country, property owners and business managers are preparing for a potentially dangerous combination: Hustling and bustling shoppers, and unpredictable weather. Our Fall Product Spotlight series provides an excellent snapshot of the season’s best safety products, and it is highly recommended that readers […]
U.S. Congress enacted the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990 to put an end to discriminatory hiring and management practices in both private and public sectors. The ADA is seen as a landmark civil rights victory for a growing population of Americans who suffer with physical or mental impairments that may substantially limit everyday […]
When considering different aspects of business management and operations, certain details should be taken into consideration to provide an atmosphere that is ideal for everyone to be able to work productively. Doing so will help ensure that customers coming in will be given proper customer service and satisfy their needs. One of these details is […]
Eagle Mat and Floor Products is the #1 Commercial Matting and Floor Covering business in the Washington D.C, Virginia, Maryland metropolitan area. If Eagle Mat is the area’s top-selling Commercial Mat and Floor Product retailer, what is Eagle Mat’s #1 product? In the long-standing history of our 30 year-old floor mat company, no product line […]
What is Ergonomics? Ergonomics is the study of designing equipment and devices that cater and conform to the human body, its movements, and the brain’s cognitive functions. The International Ergonomics Association (IEA) defines “Ergonomics” as the scientific discipline concerned with the understanding of interactions among humans and other elements of a system, and the profession […]
