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      Box Cutters and Knives

      February 27, 2025 - 10:19 AM

      Box cutters, knives, and other sharp tools that are used for cutting can cause painful injuries. While most cuts require only medical treatment, a serious and deeper laceration can damage a ligament or tendon and cause a much more serious injury. When you think about it, laceration prevention is pretty...Full story

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      Computing with Comfort

      March 14, 2025 - 2:56 PM

      It only takes a few adjustments...

      • Keep your neck straight.
      • Keep your shoulders relaxed.
      • When typing, keep forearms parallel to the floor and wrists straight.
      • Make sure your back has full contact with the backrest (sit all the way back in your chair)and that your lower back fits into curved lumbar support.
      • Keep your thighs...Full story
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      Electrical Home Safety

      March 13, 2025 - 1:09 PM

      The National Fire Protection Association reports over 50,000 home fires caused by electrical failures each year.

      Practical and low cost steps reduce the risk for a house fire from electrical malfunctions.

      House System & Age Factors

      • Keep tree limbs and other objects away from power...Full story

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      First Aid

      February 26, 2025 - 2:00 PM

      Medical treatment should always be obtained if there is any question about an injury. It is still important to have some knowledge about first aid for situations where it truly applies, or until a doctor can be seen. Here are some basic tips for different situations.

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      Wear safety glasses with side...Full story

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      Prevent Frozen Pipes

      February 27, 2025 - 4:11 PM

      Any building located in an area with below freezing weather and snow is subject to damage from frozen pipes, water leaks, or roof collapses. Damaged buildings can interrupt business and daily life! Practical steps can be taken to reduce the risk for damage from cold weather.

      Key Practices

      • Plan: Time is critical....Full story
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      Prevention Tips for Small Appliances

      March 13, 2025 - 10:52 AM

      Even small devices that are used every day in our homes can cause fires or losses if they are used incorrectly.

      Space heaters present the highest fire risk and please note the safety tip sheet for home fire safety. Remember that de-humidifiers and other...Full story

    • housekeeper bending to clean a coffee table

      Strain Prevention -Best Practices for Work or Home

      March 14, 2025 - 9:32 AM

      Most people will experience fatigue or a strain injury at some time in their lives. Strain injuries are not often caused by a single lift or one reach, but more commonly result from doing something repeatedly that involves awkward postures, heavy weights, or excessive force. We can avoid fatigue or...Full story

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      Tips for Safe Outdoor Burning

      March 10, 2025 - 4:11 PM

      People burn material outdoors for many reasons including fire pits for recreational use, or to burn debris, brush, or leaves. If not managed properly outdoor fires can quickly grow and spread out of control. As they grow, outdoor fires are very difficult to control and fire departments are often too...Full story

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