You ask any young athlete why they enjoy playing sports, you will get answers like; it’s fun, learn new skills, make new friends and feel successful. The benefits of youth sports go much further than this. Sports offer an arena where the children can demonstrate their talents and hone their skills. Participating in sports has […]
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Tailgating Safety Tips
Fall means the air gets cooler, the leaves change color and football season is in full swing. Part of the fun of going to college or professional football game is packing up the grill, loading the cooler and tailgating with all the other fans for your favorite team (Chicago Bears of course). It does not […]
Read MoreKeeping Your Family and Visitors Safe in the Pool
Summer is here and so are the pool parties. Many children drown or are injured in residential pools every year. You can help prevent this trend by implementing a good set of safety rules. Some of us may think it sounds rude to lay down some ground rules for pool guests, but the cost of […]
Read MoreIs Your Small Business Protected Against a Cyber Attack?
If you run a small business, having a cyber security protocol could be the key to satisfied customers and success. From Equifax to Yahoo and Home Depot to JPMorgan Chase, data breaches and identity theft seem to be the ongoing news story. In theory these national companies have some of the tightest and most advanced […]
Read MoreTree Trimming Tips for Landscaping Contractors
Spring is finally in the air and landscaping contractors across the state of Illinois are ready to get back to work. As you start to book jobs and prep all your equipment, please make sure you carve out some time to review safety. The time you spend on planning and training your employees will help […]
Read MoreWhat To Do If Your Pipes Freeze
We have been lucky that freezing temperatures have just joined us. With freezing temps comes water-related claims, such as frozen pipes. Frozen water pipes in your home are a problem in both cold and warm climates, which affect some quarter-million families each winter. Whether your home has plastic or copper pipes, they can freeze. We […]
Read MorePlease Beware of Animals Crossing Ahead
It is a terrifying test of your reflexes, if an animal jumps out in front of you while you are driving. You may be an excellent driver and you know the risk of a highway animal encounter, but do you know what to do when it happens? Most of us don’t, which could explain why […]
Read MoreWays To Reduce Workers’ Comp Costs
You know it’s bound to happen, one of your employees gets hurt while on the job. Some of your employees may be tempted to take advantage of workers’ compensation benefits. You can reduce the risk of paying more benefits than necessary by implementing a program that offers a good incentive to return to work. According […]
Read MoreKeeping Kids Safe In The Kitchen
It’s summertime. You’re home with the kids. They are hungry and don’t want a peanut butter and jelly sandwich again. You may think they are too young to be in the kitchen but the younger they are and the more time they get in the kitchen is beneficial. Not only will they learn healthy eating […]
Read More10 Boating Safety Tips
It’s always a good idea to review boating safety rules before you set sail, no matter how much experience you have. We have found 10 basic boating safety tips to help keep you safe while you are on the water this summer. Be Weather-Wise: Always check your local weather before you depart. The TV and […]
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