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The most common accident in restaurant kitchens are cuts – specifically, finger cuts. This can be costly for an employer due to medical expenses, employee time off of work, and increased workers compensation premiums. Reduce the likelihood of finger cuts occurring at your restaurant by implementing a plan...

Federal Pacific Electric (FPE) Stab-Lok panels shouldn’t be inspected, but replaced. According to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission, FPE Stab-Lok residential circuit breakers may fail to trip properly with overload and short-circuiting. Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) standards require that breakers trip, or shut off the current,...

Extreme weather events are becoming more common across the United States. These events can be a threat to your home and its inhabitants if you don’t take precautions. Follow these nine essential tips to stay safe and minimize the risk of danger to your residence when bad weather strikes.

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With more people working remotely these days, having a home office conducive to productivity is vital. Even if you only work from home some of the time, you can use the suggestions below to make your office as welcoming as the rest of your residence.

Create a Dedicated Workspace

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As a business owner with a lot on your plate, it’s easy to neglect or procrastinate small tasks. While some tasks (like cleaning your gutters) may seem insignificant, they are still important to perform. Such infrastructural upkeep is necessary to maintain day-to-day operations without interruption for repairs. After all,...

Did you know that in 2019, there were 8,110 cases of cuts and lacerations in full-service restaurants that resulted in days away from work? There’s no doubt that there are risks in commercial kitchens when the proper precautions are not followed.

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Did you know restaurants use roughly 5-7 times more energy per square foot than other commercial buildings? The combination of energy used for cooking, ventilation and refrigeration make restaurants energy-intensive operations; however, there are ways to cut back on energy costs and save your restaurant money. According to...

Employee recognition is a crucial, yet often overlooked aspect to overall employee satisfaction. According to HR Technologist, a study conducted by Achievers showed that over 50% of surveys indicated wanting to leave due to a lack of recognition. Individuals should be recognized for their outstanding work and...

An experience mod or ‘e-mod’ is a modifier that has the ability to lower or raise your workers compensation premium based on your loss history. It is an important number that business owners should pay close attention to in an effort to control workers compensation premium costs each...

Working from home can save you tons of money over time. You’ll spend less on lunches or going out after work. And you won’t have to shell out for suits or dry cleaning either. One of the biggest cost savings you’ll experience, though, is with your vehicle.

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