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Metal Fabrication and Machine Shop Safety

Several severe injuries recently occurred in metal fabrication operations and machine shops insured by West Bend. These accidents resulted..

A major concern of any retail business is accidents in the parking lot. The accidents can be vehicle-to-vehicle, vehicle-to-building/..

It’s very important that your store has a sound policy in place to keep aisles clear and dry.

During a recent storm, an insured suffered a substantial hail damage claim. After an inspection of the property, it was discovered the food..

Storing idle pallets can create a severe fire hazard, whether inside or outside your distribution or warehouse building. Wood pallets dry..

Mike was still a young man the day his life changed forever. He was working at a residential construction site. He and his coworkers were..

Auto repair shops have many exposures. Today we’re going to take a look at some of the exposures for internal operations, as well as..

I’m just the owner of an auto parts store. How much risk do I really have in my business?

Auto mechanics and repair technicians are exposed to many hazards in their jobs. This includes slips and falls, particles in the eye,..

When I visit machine shops or manufacturers, I often ask many questions related to the lockout/tagout program. I usually hear, “Uh huh,..

With the holidays quickly approaching, many retail stores look forward to the extra boost in sales this busy season brings. Unfortunately,..

I believe one of the benefits of being a safety professional that’s most overlooked is the opportunity to volunteer our technical skills..

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