Running an Eco-Friendly Workplace

Green Workplace

Green building isn’t new. From offices to rental properties, more developers are going green to receive LEED, or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, certification and create sustainable contributions to the town landscape. The United States Green Building Council (USGBC) gives three different certification levels: Certified, Silver, Gold, and Platinum. Green Builds Jobs According to […]

Big and Small Stores Liable for Patron Falls

Minimizing the Risk of Slip and Fall Accidents

Earlier this summer, a woman sued the Kmart Corporation for negligence. After a painful trip, the woman said the store failed to take appropriate safety measures to prevent her from falling. Sharon Humphreys filed the complaint on May 24, alleging that she was seriously injured at a Charleston Kmart when she slipped and fell on […]

Why Opt for Floor Tiles?

Winter Product Spotlight: Garage Tiles with Diamond Treads

Carpet and other floor tiles are common in gyms, offices, airports and schools – but what makes these floors so popular? Easy installation, simple replacement and a virtually seamless look are a few of the many benefits to carpet tiles. Many homeowners and business owners are unaware that carpet tiles hold many possibilities, whether you’re […]

Are Your Office Floors Filthy?

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Face it: floors subject to hundreds of different shoes per day are bound to accumulate bacteria and dirt. Unless you’re consistently vacuuming or mopping throughout the day, keeping office floors clean on your own is virtually impossible. Instead of allowing germs and grime to spread across your office floors and potentially harm your employees, leave […]

Are Employers Responsible for Temporary Workers?

OSHA

Although temporary workers and independent contractors aren’t awarded salary or health benefits, they do have the right to be safe and healthy when working at your office or manufacturing center – no matter the duration of the job. Typically, both a staffing agency and host employer are responsible for complying with Occupational Health and Safety (OSHA) […]