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How to Use a Ladder Safely

It’s important to understand how to use a ladder safely to prevent accidents and injuries. Falls from ladders are frequently listed as one of the top causes of accidents at home and in the workplace. Nearly all of these accidents could have been prevented with a little knowledge and application of basic ladder safety. If you are using a ladder at home or on the job, keep these safety tips in mind to help reduce your risk of injury.

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How to Prepare for a Winter Storm: 18 Helpful Tips

How to prepare for a winter storm is a vital question for New Englanders. While some of the considerations needed to answer this question might seem obvious, it is always best to be as prepared as possible when gearing up for winter weather. Our tips below will provide you with everything you need to know about winter weather watches, advisories, and warnings, as well as advice on how to prevent cold weather injuries and remain warm and safe during a winter storm.

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3 New Year’s Resolutions for Your Business

From setting weight loss goals and focusing on fitness to making lifestyle changes like quitting smoking or spending more time with family and friends, many people make New Year’s resolutions to help them begin the new year on a positive note. While you may have set personal goals for 2013, have you considered making any New Year’s resolutions for your business? Help make your business safer and prepared for the unexpected in 2013 with the following New Year’s resolutions:

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How to Prevent Pipes from Freezing this Winter

Winter weather can cause significant property damage, especially here in New Hampshire with the freezing temperatures and heavy snowfall this season typically brings, so it’s crucial to take certain precautions to winter-proof your home. According to the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS), frozen pipes represent one of the biggest property damage risks associated with dropping temperatures. In fact, a burst pipe can cause more than $5,000 in water damage, the IBHS reports. Use the following tips to help you better understand how to prevent pipes from freezing and causing damage to your home.

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Hurricane Preparedness Tips

With Hurricane Sandy threatening the East Coast, read our latest blog posts for useful hurricane preparedness tips to help you prepare your home before, during, and after a hurricane hits.

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Halloween Safety Tips for Children: Keep Your Kids Safe on Halloween Night

From black cats to ghosts, there are many beliefs and superstitions associated with Halloween, but regardless of whether you believe black cats bring bad luck, there’s another aspect of this holiday that should be on your mind on Oct. 31: safety. Amidst all the fun of Halloween, it’s important to remember that this holiday requires some extra safety precautions. Use the following Halloween safety tips to help keep your children safe and prevent accidents and injuries on this fun-filled night:

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