Watch out for the Invisible Killer

Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is colorless and odorless, but extremely poisonous. Over 150 people in the United States die each year because of CO poisoning from common products like generators, furnaces, stoves, and fireplaces. To keep you and your family safe this year, follow these tips from the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA): Install and maintain…

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Snow and Maintenance Preparation

While maintaining a property during the winter, it is extremely important to keep sidewalks and common areas free from ice and snow. Each year, a community association should review their plan for winter weather emergencies. This should include a breakdown of who will be in charge of what during a weather emergency. If the association…

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Winter Vehicle Maintenance

When winter weather strikes, it’s important to take necessary vehicle precautions. It is important to have an emergency kit in your car at all times, especially during the winter season. Check to be sure you have the following items in each vehicle your family drives: Water and snacks Windshield scraper Blankets Tow chain or rope…

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Exposure Analysis of Getting a Hippopotamus for Christmas

I want a hippopotamus for Christmas Only a hippopotamus will do Don't want a doll – No dinky tinker toy – I want a hippopotamus to play with and enjoy Things to think about: Check your Homeowners Policy Your garage is typically covered, but you may want to increase your limits to cover all of…

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Communication Techniques for Dispatchers & Drivers

Carolina Casualty recently held a webinar about improving relationships between Dispatchers and Drivers. This is a particularly important relationship to nurture because stress from either side leads to increased driver turnover, which then leads to more stress, and in turn, further turnover. Here are the top tips for cultivating solid relationships in this type of…

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