Working in a cold environment can put anyone at risk of cold stress. Some jobs may require workers to be outdoors in cold environments and for extended periods of time. Snow cleanup crews, sanitation workers, emergency personnel, and other workers commonly find themselves working in cold outdoor environments. In this guide, we’re sharing strategies from […]
Toy Safety: Preventing Childhood Injuries
When you think of toys, you probably think of fun childhood memories. Making sure that the children in your life have fun memories with their toys requires a little bit of homework, as toy injuries can unfortunately occur. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently released a report about toy-related deaths and injuries. It […]
Protect Your Information from Scammers This Holiday Season
Tis the season for…scams? Unfortunately, impersonation scams increase around the holidays. You can keep your information safe by learning how to identify and avoid them. Keep reading to find out what you can do to protect yourself and your loved ones from scams this holiday season. What is an Impersonation Scam? An impersonation scam is […]
Prevent Home Heating Fires This Winter
Do you know what the most frequent disaster in the United States is? Home fires. According to the American Red Cross, on average, seven people die and more than 30 people suffer injuries from a home fire each day. Home fires also cause more than $7 billion in property damage each year. Heating fires are […]
Micromobility Devices Injuries Rise By 21%
Emergency departments have seen an increase in injuries due to the use of e-scooters and e-bikes over the past year. In fact, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reports that injuries associated with these and other micromobility devices increased by nearly 21 percent from 2021 to 2022. These types of injuries have continued to […]
