Comfort mats are designed to prevent stress, cramps, and muscle strain that may otherwise be felt when standing on a hard floor surface for many hours at a time. These mats are designed with comfort in mind, providing a soft compressible surface that allows the feet to sink-in for added ergonomic support. In doing so, […]
As a homeowner, safeguarding your property from potential liabilities is vital for you and your family’s emotional and financial wellbeing. While you may not see as much foot traffic as a small business or retail shop, your guests’ safety is your responsibility as soon as they step on your property. And with Halloween quickly approaching, […]
Is your facility proactively managing snow and ice accumulation this winter? If not, you could be exposed to liability for the slips and falls that may result from poorly maintained parking lots, sidewalks, and other walkways. This winter, Eagle Mat and Floor Products is spreading awareness for snow-related accidents, offering Snow Management guides and special […]
This fall, Eagle Mat and Floor Products stands with the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI) in spreading awareness for the danger posed by slips, trips, and falls in residential, commercial, and public settings. Earlier this year, the NFSI announced the formation of a new Slip-Fall Coalition to advance the conversation on slips and falls, the […]
This past Sunday, American consumers lost an hour of daylight. But it’s not the only thing they will lost this holiday season. Because Thanksgiving falls on November 28th this year, shoppers will have just four weekends between Turkey Day and Christmas. For shoppers, this change means 26 shopping days– a mere 7 days shorter than […]
As the winter holiday season approaches, property owners are taking proactive measures to prevent slippery floors, keep entryways clear, prepare for bigger crowds, and anticipate inclement weather. And while the season typically marks year-high sales for most retail outlets, businesses must take care to ensure everyone’s safety in order to avoid accidents, injuries, and costly […]
According to statistics gathered by the Liberty Mutual Research Institute, slip and fall accidents cost American businesses an estimated $13 billion in 2010. Such accidents fall in to 1 of 2 categories: Fall on same level, or fall to lower level. Alarmingly, costs associated with these two categories of workplace accidents experienced significant growth since […]
As with any business, conducting a safety risk assessment must be practiced in order to address the risks and hazards involved in running a facility. Performing a safety risk assessment will help identify problem areas for costumers and promote possible solutions that will promote health and well-being. Risk assessments are necessary for gym owners to […]
Risk assessment is the evaluation of probability of hazards in real-life situations in the workplace. It determines the level of risk through careful consideration of probable assumptions and some uncertainties in a given situation. Within each aspect of the business, from production, distribution, marketing, and sales, risks are assessed on regular basis to determine and […]
