Winter Safety Tip for Business Owners #3: Keep walking paths clear and well lit. The sun rises late and sets early in winter, meaning we spend more time in the dark. As a property owner, it’s essential to install proper lighting at all sidewalks, curbs, walking paths, parking lots, and stairways to ensure guests and [...]
Winter Safety Tip for Business Owners #2: Salt or de-ice all walkways, steps, decks/patios, and parking lots. Black ice is dangerous for both pedestrians and drivers. Stock up on your preferred salt or de-icer (like magnesium chloride which is pet safe and environmentally friendly!) and then be proactive about throwing it down on all walking [...]
Winter Safety Tip for Business Owners #1: Practice “slip, trip, and fall” indoor safety precautions. As a business owner, you want to ensure the safety of your employees, customers, and guests alike. Not only can this prevent an accident from occurring on your property, it can set a positive tone for your business as a [...]
Winter Driving Safety Tip #5: Stay calm and give yourself extra travel time. When roads are snowy or icy it's much harder to slow down quickly, even impossible in certain conditions. Slamming on the brakes or turning sharply can lead to skidding and loss of control. Rather than put yourself in a situation where you [...]
Winter Driving Safety Tip #4: Drive at an appropriate speed. Icy roads make slowing down quickly impossible. When visibility is low and roads are snowy or icy, slow down and drive below the speed limit. Slower speeds combined with greater distances between vehicles can reduce your need to slam on the brakes or turn sharply, [...]
