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 […]
Finally, it seems the veil of winter has been lifted, and businesses along the mid-Atlantic and Northeastern United States will experience normal spring weather. Of course, that is no reason to lose focus on accident prevention and safety. Snow and ice have been replaced with wind and rain, presenting a new set of challenges for […]
Spring is here! Though much of the mid-Atlantic and Northeastern United States is still experiencing colder-than-normal temperatures, it’s time for facility managers and property owners to begin planning for milder temperatures, thawing ice, and rain. With the right products and a forward-thinking plan for safety, facilities can quickly prepare for the looming changes in customer […]
There are a variety of commercial flooring products out there. How do you choose one that is right for your project? Whether building from scratch or retrofitting an existing space, the following tips will help you shop commercial flooring, mats, and other safety products that will meet both structural and aesthetic needs. In this special […]
This fall, Eagle Mat and Floor Products stands with the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI) in spreading awareness for the danger posed by slips, trips, and falls in residential, commercial, and public settings. Earlier this year, the NFSI announced the formation of a new Slip-Fall Coalition to advance the conversation on slips and falls, the […]
Are American business owners falling victim to elaborate slip-and-fall schemes? According to new reports released by the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB), businesses have seen an alarming increase in claims involving plaintiffs who have allegedly suffered injury from a slip, trip, or fall in a storefront. This alarming trend is perhaps best illustrated by the […]
This month, the editors of the Eagle Mat Blog have been enthusiastic about sharing a new report that has property owners re-thinking the conventional wisdom of slip and fall accidents. The report, published as a case study by American insurance company CNA, takes a fresh look at the nature of slip and fall accidents. Viewing […]
In an effort to better understand how slip and fall accidents occur, CNA partnered with a client to assess how the public use of a commercial space could lead to accidents. Close attention was paid to the ways in which floor spaces were cleaned and maintained; CNA cited this approach to accident assessment as potentially […]
The rise of the technological innovations have increased the demand of electronic equipment in the workplace. Even outside of the tech industry, computers have molded out employees to become more technologically savvy. Within any regular businesses, Information Technology technicians are present to fill the need of companies to create a more efficient work environment. Electronic […]
