{"id":607,"date":"2012-12-11T03:00:26","date_gmt":"2012-12-11T03:00:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.eaglemat.com\/blog\/?p=607"},"modified":"2012-12-10T23:52:57","modified_gmt":"2012-12-10T23:52:57","slug":"safety-first-businesses-prepare-for-holiday-shopping-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.eaglemat.com\/blog\/safety-first-businesses-prepare-for-holiday-shopping-season\/","title":{"rendered":"Safety First: Businesses Prepare for Holiday Shopping Season"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Safety<\/a>The season for tinsel, snow, and shopping has finally come!\u00a0 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.\u00a0 While we revel in the joyous spirits, let us pause for a moment and think of safety.<\/p>\n

In order for the holidays to pass as pain-free as possible, businesses must prioritize safety.\u00a0 Precautions will not only reduce the concern for accidents and liability, but it will also enhance the overall customer experience.\u00a0\u00a0 Brand image is enhanced, customer experience is bettered, and employee satisfaction increases when businesses make a proactive effort to improve safety during busy shopping seasons.<\/p>\n

Holiday Safety Tips for Stores<\/h2>\n

While the holidays bring good cheer, it is important to take precautions.\u00a0 Floor mats<\/a>, wet umbrella bag stands<\/a>, proper signage, and a prepared staff can make all the difference during busy winter months.\u00a0 Below are a few tips that will help prepare businesses in preventing accidents and other liability concerns.<\/p>\n

1. Anticipate weather variance.\u00a0 Winter months have erratic weather patterns.\u00a0 It is better to be ready for all possibilities than be unprepared when the time comes.<\/p>\n

2. Establish a plan of action (POA), especially for winter and the holiday season.\u00a0\u00a0 Safety protocols aide in efficiency and managing situations during busy hours.<\/p>\n

3. Educate employees on safety protocols.\u00a0 Informing the staff with guidelines will give them confidence to act and prepare them for any eventuality.<\/p>\n

4. Empower employees to act efficiently if bad weather is expected at any time of the day.\u00a0 It is best to follow weather forecasts on a daily basis.\u00a0 Knowing what to expect lessens panic and prompts staff to follow the proper safety protocols.<\/p>\n

5. Install all-weather safety precautions such as floor mats for storefronts.\u00a0 They will prevent slippage, trap dirt and moisture, and add polish to establishments.\u00a0 Commercial floor mats can be customized according to business brand and interior color schemes.<\/p>\n

6. Perform regular safety checks and maintenance.\u00a0 Take the time to perform inspections of safety matting, stanchions, signage, and umbrella bag holders.\u00a0 Inspect them for regular wear and tear and if necessary, replace them.\u00a0\u00a0 While these items are considered secondary to the main business infrastructure, they play a significant role in accident prevention and reflect your company\u2019s commitment to safety.\u00a0\u00a0 Objects for safety must carry elements of cleanliness and quality.\u00a0 Customers will feel at ease knowing that a business is very particular to such details.<\/p>\n

7. Aside from ensuring safety in entryways, also be mindful of the dangers of stairways and escalators.\u00a0 Floor mats should be prepared in the event of bad weather at the top and bottom of escalators.\u00a0 As for stairs, it is best to install stair treads to prevent customers and staff from slipping.<\/p>\n

8. In addition to investing in preliminary safety pieces such as commercial floor mats and stair treads, add more proactive items.\u00a0 \u00a0Signs and stanchions provide customers information, direct the flow of traffic, and manage situations more effectively and efficiently in addition to the staff involvement.\u00a0 Umbrella bag holders keep wet umbrellas from pooling indoors.\u00a0 They also give the impression of care for the shoppers\u2019 overall store experience.<\/p>\n

Lastly, be aware of safety issues at all times.<\/h2>\n

During these busy months, managing safety takes a backseat to other priorities.\u00a0 While the holidays can be daunting for businesses because of increase traffic and customers, it is best to remain collected and provide the best service possible.\u00a0 Overall customer satisfaction can be a substantial driver towards increases in sales and revenue.\u00a0 Reliable safety products, like floor mats, offer a safe and clean environment where patrons could feel secure while they are shopping.\u00a0 The holidays are overwhelming enough to even worry about losing their footing after being outside during these frosty winter months.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"\"\"<\/a>

The season for tinsel, snow, and shopping has finally come!\u00a0 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.\u00a0 While we revel in the joyous spirits, let us pause for a moment and think of safety. […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[135,440],"tags":[339,85,387,441,444,449,803,450,452,365,132,261,341,302,451,372,448,422],"yoast_head":"\nSafety First: Businesses Prepare for Holiday Shopping Season<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Prepare for the busy holiday shopping season. 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