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Eye Injuries Are a Serious Threat

There are countless eye hazards on a construction site, including particles that have been ejected from a tool or blown by the wind. Chemical splashes and swinging objects can also be eye hazards on a worksite. However, most eye injuries are preventable if you follow simple safety precautions and always wear your safety goggles.

By |September 29th, 2022|Categories: Blog, Commercial Insurance, Construction, Safety Tips|Comments Off on Eye Injuries Are a Serious Threat

How to Prevent Catalytic Converter Theft

A catalytic converter is a device found in vehicles’ exhaust systems that converts environmentally hazardous exhaust into less harmful gasses. Though catalytic converters have been installed in every new vehicle since 1975, theft of these devices has skyrocketed in recent years due to the highly valuable precious metals they contain. This article discusses why catalytic converters get stolen and how vehicle owners can prevent their theft.

By |September 28th, 2022|Categories: Blog, Personal Insurance|Tags: |Comments Off on How to Prevent Catalytic Converter Theft

Preparing for Hurricane Ian as Storm Approaches Landfall

As Hurricane Ian approaches the western coast of Florida, forecasts warn of a potentially life-threatening storm surge, destructive winds, heavy rain, flooding and possible tornadoes. Weather experts expect Ian to make landfall between Tampa Bay and Cape Coral late Wednesday, Sept. 28, into the early morning hours of Thursday, Sept. 29.

By |September 27th, 2022|Categories: Blog, Safety Tips|Comments Off on Preparing for Hurricane Ian as Storm Approaches Landfall

Inflation Increases 8.3% Year Over Year in August, Trends Slightly Down From July

The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) announced that the U.S. consumer price index (CPI) increased 8.3% year over year in August 2022, remaining uncomfortably rapid for the month. The CPI didn’t ease as much as expected by economists, putting continued inflation-related financial pressure on consumers.

By |September 26th, 2022|Categories: Blog, Personal Insurance|Tags: |Comments Off on Inflation Increases 8.3% Year Over Year in August, Trends Slightly Down From July

Get Ahead of Winter Weather with Fall Maintenance

The most costly winter weather event on record in the United States was the polar vortex that occurred in February 2021. This winter storm famously led to an overload of the utility grid in Texas, which left millions without power, caused $15 billion in damage and killed 246 people – many from hypothermia.

By |September 25th, 2022|Categories: Blog, Personal Insurance|Tags: |Comments Off on Get Ahead of Winter Weather with Fall Maintenance

The Importance of Hearing Protection Devices

Your ears are very sensitive. Prolonged exposure to loud noise can lead to permanent hearing damage and even cause you to go deaf. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends that workers use hearing protection should noise levels reach or exceed 85 decibels across an eight-hour workday.

By |September 24th, 2022|Categories: Blog, Commercial Insurance, Construction, Safety Tips|Comments Off on The Importance of Hearing Protection Devices
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