Posts Tagged ‘safety’
Tuesday, May 31st, 2011
Hurricanes not only produce deadly winds – they also can leave behind dangerous inland flooding. Before your area is cut off by flood water, move to a safe area. Also, do not attempt to cross flowing water in a car or truck because as little as six inches of water may cause you to lose [...]
Tags: flooding, hurricanes, inland flood, preparedness, safety, storms, vehicle safety
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Thursday, May 26th, 2011
When a hurricane hits, garage doors are frequently the first thing to fail in your home. You can help prevent this by reinforcing your garage door so it is able to withstand high winds. Read more at: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/HAW2/english/retrofit/garage_doors.shtml
Tags: Homeowners Insurance, hurricanes, loss prevention, preparedness, safety, storms
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Wednesday, May 25th, 2011
Before hurricane season, ensure the landscaping and trees on your property do not become wind hazards by: – Trimming dead and weak/overhanging branches from all trees. – Removing trees and bushes that are vulnerable to high winds, as well as any dead trees. – Replacing gravel/rock landscaping materials with softer materials, such as mulch.
Tags: Homeowners Insurance, hurricanes, loss prevention, preparedness, prevention, safety, storms
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Tuesday, May 17th, 2011
As you are aware, automobile accidents are a major cause of death in the United States. They are the single most common cause of death among children and young adults, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Tags: auto insurance, prevention, safe driving tips, safety
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Monday, May 16th, 2011
Did you know that dog bites cause nearly 800,000 injuries requiring immediate medical care in the United States each year?
Tags: Claims, dogs, homeowners, Homeowners Insurance, liability, loss prevention, pets, safety
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Wednesday, February 2nd, 2011
http://www.redcross.org/www-files/Documents/pdf/Preparedness/WinterStorms.pdf
Tags: preparedness, prevention, safety, winter
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Monday, January 31st, 2011
January 30, 2011 DEMHS Cites Weather Service Statement on Snow Loads, Urges Residents, Business Owners to Clear Snow & Ice from Rooftops Now Next Round of Storms Could Significantly Increase Snow Load on Roofs, Increasing Risk of Collapse Citing a special weather statement from the National Weather Service, the Connecticut Department of Emergency Management and [...]
Tags: collapse, loss prevention, roof, safety, snow, storms
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