Vehicle Safety

Vehicle safety at affiliates is a top priority. Every year, preventable accidents claim lives and cause millions of dollars in damages. By applying tried and tested safety standards to the operation of your vehicles, affiliates and stores can reduce the risk of accidents and claims.   Vehicle Safety Standards The Department of Transportation has outlined safety standards for pre-trip and post-trip inspections for commercially operated [...]

By |2024-03-20T21:14:19+00:00July 22, 2021|ReStores, Safety Managers|0 Comments

Hurricane Preparedness

For affiliates in the United States, hurricane season is upon us, with the Pacific hurricane season starting May 15 and the Atlantic season beginning June 1. The risk of Atlantic and Pacific hurricanes will last until November 30. Every hurricane season brings the potential for widespread damage, so it's important to be prepared. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, there were over 50 [...]

By |2024-03-20T21:14:19+00:00June 2, 2021|ReStores, Safety Managers|0 Comments

Tornado Safety and Preparation

Tornadoes are one of nature’s most violent storms and can cause death, injury and destruction within seconds. Protecting your staff, volunteers and shoppers is an important responsibility. But it takes planning and practice to react quickly and make the right decisions when there is severe weather.   Tornado Safety Each year, there are an average of 800 tornadoes in the U.S., and wind speeds can [...]

By |2024-03-20T21:14:19+00:00April 22, 2021|ReStores, Safety Managers, Volunteers|0 Comments

Winter Safety and Preparation

With the cold weather upon us, now is the time to ensure your building and properties are prepared. Winter always brings specific risks like increased opportunities for property damage, high energy bills and even personal injury. Take the time to prepare your affiliate, and you’ll be able to decrease risk this winter.   Preparing your Building for a Winter Storm Throughout the winter season, it [...]

By |2024-03-20T21:14:19+00:00February 24, 2021|ReStores, Safety Managers|0 Comments

Take the Stress out of Cold Stress

Working outdoors can be just as tough on the body during the winter as it is during the summer. While hot weather carries the risk of heat stroke, winter weather can result in cold stress. Cold stress is a condition that occurs when a person's body can no longer maintain its normal temperature, resulting in serious injuries such as permanent tissue damage or death. It's [...]

By |2024-03-20T21:14:19+00:00February 10, 2021|Safety Managers, Volunteers|0 Comments
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