Tuesday, April 20, 2021Spring has sprung, and with the change of season, our thoughts turn to Easter celebrations, spring cleaning and much-needed home improvement projects. Before you embark on seasonal chores or outdoor revelry, take inventory of potential springtime hazards for your furry friends. READ MORE >>
Thursday, March 4, 2021 Be Prepared As winter ends and temperatures begin to rise, the accumulating water from melting snow and ice leaves your home susceptible to damage. Protect your home ahead of time to minimize your risk. Use these four tips to help reduce your home’s risk of snowmelt damage: READ MORE >>
Tuesday, February 23, 2021 In the depths of Winter, you may want to cozy up indoors by lighting a candle or two. However, it’s important to keep candle safety considerations in mind when doing so. All it takes is a single candle mishap to quickly escalate into a devastating fire within your home. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, February 16, 2021 It may not seem like it now...but Spring will be here before we know it! As winter ends and temperatures begin to rise, the accumulating water from melting snow and ice leaves your home susceptible to damage. Protect your home ahead of time to minimize your risk. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, February 9, 2021 Lighting ergonomics plays a key role when completing tasks in the workplace. Appropriate lighting can reduce eye fatigue and headaches, which makes completing tasks easier. In particular, good lighting ergonomics can prevent computer vision syndrome (CVS), which is a type of eye strain that occurs when you use a computer for a long period of time. READ MORE >>
Thursday, January 28, 2021 Have YOU ever left your car unattended in the morning with the engine running to warm it up? Opportunistic thieves capitalize on this widespread winter habit by prowling neighbourhoods and stealing unattended, running vehicles. To add insult to injury, insurers may refuse claims of theft due to leaving your car unattended and unlocked when warming it up. READ MORE >>
Monday, January 25, 2021Greg shares some safety precautions to keep in mind if you are using a space heater to warm up your bedroom or living room this time of year in this episode of Ask The Expert. 800 CHAB radio presents Ask the Expert with Greg Marcyniuk of Heritage Insurance located in Moose Jaw. READ MORE >>
Thursday, January 21, 2021 Snowmen, snow angels and snowball fights are fun activities for children and the young at heart. But being outside in cold temperatures can have an adverse effect on your health if you are not careful. Frostbite is a common ailment for those who have prolonged exposure to cold temperatures and low wind chill factors. READ MORE >>
Thursday, January 14, 2021 Did You Know? Supplemental heating equipment, such as space heaters, are a leading cause of home fires in Canada from December through February. If you plan on using a space heater for some additional warmth this winter, keep the following safety precautions in mind. Use these tips to safely use space heaters: READ MORE >>
Thursday, December 17, 2020 Catching a few Z’s after a night of drinking does not make a sober driver. In fact, if you go to a party and get really drunk – double the legal limit or more – go home at 2 a.m. by cab, but then get up at 7 a.m. and hop in the company truck, you’ll still be above the legal limit. READ MORE >>
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