Insurer CNA Releases New Techniques to Prevent Slips and Falls

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 […]

How to Prevent Accidents from Worn-Out Mats

Here at Eagle Mat and Floor Products, we strive to provide our clients with industry-leading commercial matting and safety products that proactively promotes visitors safety. From ultra-absorbent entryway matting to industrial strength wall guards and handrails, our team has worked tirelessly to hand-select our industry’s best products for facility safety. However, the installation of safety […]

ADA Compliance, From the Ground Up

Since 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has set the foundation for equality in public and private workplaces, ensuring a safe and accessible work environment for all Americans. There are about 54 million Americans who have a disability, according to the latest figures gathered by the United States Census Bureau. That accounts for about […]

Tips for Improving IAQ in Your Facility

Do floor mats affect air quality in a commercial facility? More specifically, do recessed grill mats pick up a large amount of debris at the entryway? These questions were asked by Eagle Mat, because air quality has become an issue of much discussion in the workplace. Bacteria and mold can easily run rampant in the […]

Prepare for Inclement Weather, Prevent Liability this Fall

With June in full swing and July rapidly approaching, facilities are wise to begin planning for the inclement weather that regularly hits the southern, Atlantic coastal, and northeastern regions of the United States during the summer and fall. Businesses along the Gulf Coast and South Florida coastline must use take particularly strong precautions, as the […]

Proactive Accident Prevention: Locker Rooms

Locker rooms are inherently dangerous due to liquid accumulation, smooth tiles, the absence of footwear, low traction, electrical devices such as blow dryers, and theft.  Locker rooms are considered the most dangerous area in a fitness facility, and slip and fall accidents are the biggest hazard in this location.  Proprietors of fitness establishments are required […]

Slip and Fall Accident Statistics

Slip and fall accidents can be damaging to a business.  It is estimated that over 70 billion dollars have been spent annually as compensation and medical costs for the victims.  According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 22% of slip and fall accidents result in at least 31 days of work missed by employees.  With […]

Understanding Property Owner Liability

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 […]

Safety First: Businesses Prepare for Holiday Shopping Season

Safety First- Businesses Prepare for Holiday Shopping Season

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. […]

A Guide to In-Store Customer Experience Enhancement

A Guide to In Store customer Experience Enhancement

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 […]