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Make 2018 a Safe Year
Well, it’s happened again. Another year is almost in the books; time sure does fly by doesn’t it? As we review the events of 2017 and look forward to the new year, please be sure that workplace safety is part of the conversation.

Upon a Tranquil Morn
Santa Claus reflects on another year of MEMIC Safety Net Blogs that served him well over the preceding months.

A Science for the Art of Slipping: Take Charge of Your Traction
Consider this all-too-common situation… coffee in hand, Sam hustles across the snow-dusted parking lot in leather sole shoes. His phone rings. Before he can answer “What’s up?” he’s down!

MEMIC's Safe Gift Guide
Nothing is better than having a loved one come home safe, that's why we asked some of our Safety Management Consultants to share their top gift choices for the holiday season.

Ho! Ho! Ho! Gift Wrapping and Lifting Tips for the Busy Elf
Stay safe during the gift giving season. We've packaged up some simple tips on how to avoid back and shoulder strains.

Vehicle Lift Safety
Vehicle lifts are widely used throughout the automotive service industry and are very effective pieces of equipment when proper safety procedures are followed.

Office Ergonomics Is Music to My Ears
As a fan of most music genres, especially alternative and classic rock, several song titles come to mind that I believe fit nicely with the topic of office ergonomics.

Be Sure The "Calm After the Storm" Is as Safe as Possible!
As we mark the five year anniversary of Super Storm Sandy, the northeast now has an estimated 1,000,000 homes and businesses without power. The passing of the latest storm is a big relief for the northeast U.S., but now the cleanup begins and that c...

Exercise Your Brain!
Is it really true that you can prevent memory loss? In most cases, absolutely!

Evolution of the Cabicle
Gone are the days of loggers toiling in the great outdoors enduring the elements and demands of strenuous physical labor. As the industry has become more mechanized, those who work in the logging sector are more likely to be driving a truck or operat...
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