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Workplace Fire Hazards and How to Prevent Them

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It’s hard to watch the news or read a newspaper without finding a story about a devastating fire in a commercial property. Almost 80,000 commercial fires occur in the United States each year and result in about 3,000 deaths and 18,000 injuries, along with billions of dollars in property damage. Fire is also one of the top causes of accidents in the workplace.

There are several fire hazards in the workplace, which are found here. Knowing what they are can help business owners take steps to prevent issues in the future.

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Common Causes of Home Fires

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Home Security

According to information from the National Fire Protection Association, there are more than 300,000 house fires in the United States every single year. House fires result in thousands of deaths, as well as billions of dollars in property damage. With these shocking statistics in mind, there is no question that you need to make protecting your home from a household fire a top priority.

One of the first things you can do is to get to know some of the leading causes of house fires. When you know what causes these problems, you are already a step closer to […]

Safety Tips for Retail Employees

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Commercial Security

If you are the owner or manager of a retail store, then you already understand how important it is to create a safe and secure environment for your workers, as well as your customers and vendors. You also understand why it is necessary to take steps to prevent losses and reduce shrinkage.

If you are searching for a few new tips to help create a safer, more secure retail location, you’re in luck. Here you can learn some practical tips that have been proven effective in a retail setting.

Install Security Equipment
Perhaps the most important thing […]

Protect Your Four-Legged Friends: Home Security and Safety for Your Pets

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Home Security

By now, you understand how important it is to have multiple layers of security in place for your home and family. In most cases, these extra layers extend past sensors for glass breaking and motion detection.

There are some people who may have an additional layer of security they haven’t even thought about – their dog. It doesn’t matter what kind of dog, or how big or small they may be – their presence alone is enough to scare off many burglars.

However, as effective as dogs are, they aren’t a substitute for a quality security system. There are […]