Brochure offers how-to tips for homeowners, propane marketers, property managers as they prepare for season’s big snowstorms. WASHINGTON — A beautiful snowfall this time of year may be fun, but accumulated snow and ice can damage propane tanks, pipes, and other equipment and affect the supply of fuel to homes. A new brochure from the Propane ... Read More

ALBANY, NY — The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is advising hunters to use safety precautions when enjoying the sport this hunting season which runs until December 4 for the Northern zone and December 11 for the Southern zone. "New York has more than 3,000 dedicated volunteer sportsman education instructors whose ... Read More

BUFFALO, NY — Sometimes disasters strike without warning, such as earthquakes, including the one millions of Americans felt Tuesday on the East Coast. Other times, we have a few days to prepare, like we have right now with Hurricane Irene approaching the Carolinas. In the case of any natural or man-made disaster, small business owners should ... Read More

WESTFIELD, NY — In previous articles, we have discussed hazards that are on the floor. This article addresses the hazards created because of the floor. No matter what you have for flooring – hardwood, vinyl, area rugs, carpet – or a combination of these, you must be sure that you prevent exposures to hazards that are a result of the types of ... Read More

WESTFIELD, NY — Interactive video games have become extremely popular. There are, on occasion, times that I also attempt to try my skills but I am no match for the computer or my teenage son. Because of its interactive design, we have bought into the concept that these games can be fun and fit for play. Because of its interactive design, we can ... Read More

WESTFIELD, NY — When someone experiences a burn from heat, you must determine whether it can be treated at home or if professional medical attention is necessary. Follow these tips to ensure proper treatment of any type of burn. And, don’t use this article as a substitute for seeking professional help, if needed. First, factors that must be ... Read More

WESTFIELD, NY — When planning to get away from the routine of life and heading out of town for a little rest and relaxation, don’t forget to plan on how you will keep your home safe while you are gone. Though not all-inclusive, following these tips will help reduce your risk of your home being ‘violated’ while you are away. You want your ... Read More

WESTFIELD, NY — If not the most popular room in the house, the bathroom is certainly one of the most visited of all the rooms. For its basic size, it also has the greatest number of hazards per square foot than any other room, except for, perhaps, your storage shed. Studies show that 70% of home accidents occur in the bathroom. The combination ... Read More

WESTFIELD, NY — The kitchen is one of the most dangerous rooms in the house. Aside from the potential of killing the family through burnt offerings, there are numerous other hazards that must be recognized in order to eliminate the fatal or injurious consequences. The most obvious preventable hazard in the kitchen deals with food preparation, ... Read More

WESTFIELD, NY — Over the next six weeks, taking us to the unofficial start of summer, we will take a ‘house tour.’ The purpose of this tour is to identify common, yet oftentimes hidden, hazards that we encounter every day inside our ‘castle’ walls and yet, continue to stay alive by somehow avoiding hayhem and ... Read More