The United States is home to over 1 million restaurants, employing over 15 million workers a year in establishments both big and small. Regardless of the size, location, or type of restaurant, workers at these businesses often suffer a higher rate of injury and accidents than workers in other industries. Because of the higher risk […]

Having a successful business depends on having a strong, reliable workforce, but sometimes the workplace can become a hindrance to employee health. For example, if your restaurant or retail space is in an older building or one in need of maintenance, your employees could be getting sick at a higher rate than employees at cleaner […]

We are people of precaution and safety, more so now than ever before. Fifty years ago people didn't wear seat belts when driving or lock the front doors to their house, but we do these things now to keep our loved ones and ourselves safe. However, each year millions of families will be unprotected in […]

When it comes to commercial properties, few things add as much value and curb appeal as beautiful, healthy trees. They can provide abundant shade for the business and visitors while also reducing utility costs and excess noise on the property. However, it's important that trees never become a liability on your commercial property; otherwise your […]

Over time, businesses might find themselves in need of more space, improved facilities, or additional tools, equipment, and furnishings. This might be due to having an older building, or because of rapid expansion and growth. Rather than try to find a new location, it might make more sense logistically and financially to simply upgrade the […]

Business owners and management understand the importance of having a quality workforce. They are often the lifeblood of any company, as they are the ones making products, selling merchandise and services, connecting with customers, promoting the business, and helping it run as smoothly as possible. Ultimately, when employees are healthy, their employers are more stable […]

Although businesses along the Gulf Coast region are happy to bid farewell to the 2018 hurricane season, this doesn't mean that severe weather can't impact businesses during the cold winter months as well. Companies can be negatively impacted by such winter weather as ice, snow, heavy rains, lightning, and gusty winds, even if the weather […]

When you start your own business, you will often pour out your blood, sweat, and tears trying to get it off the ground and make it a success. Once your business is established and doing well, you never want to see anything derail or diminish future growth. However, as a business owner, YOU could be […]

Holiday parties are a popular way for companies to celebrate the end of the year and to treat employees and their loved ones to fun and festivities. There's often great food, music and dancing, gifts or prizes, and alcoholic drinks for guests to enjoy. Unfortunately, some holiday parties can end in disaster for companies when […]

The biggest shopping season of the year is nearly here, and while it can give a financial boost to retailers, it can also come with a variety of security issues and liability risks, especially on Black Friday. Without proper preparation, retailers could find themselves losing out on customers and revenue, as well as facing major […]