The past few years have affected professionals in various ways, including how much they engage in their jobs. Engagement among adult employees in the United States has been declining; only 32% of employees were engaged in 2022, a drop from 36% two years prior. Around 18% of employees are also actively disengaged in their organizations. This causes […]
These safety tips will help keep your restaurant, employees, and customers protected. Commercial kitchens are the number one root cause of restaurant fires. Protecting your building from kitchen fires will protect you, your employees, your customers, your property, and help reduce the potential of loss of business. Sprinkler and fire detection systems If your building […]
WASHINGTON, Dec. 18, 2023 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced that agricultural producers can now enroll in the Farm Service Agency’s (FSA) Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs for the 2024 crop year. Producers can enroll and make election changes for the 2024 crop year starting Dec. 18, 2023. The deadline to […]
The colder winter months bring unique challenges to contractors trying to continue their construction projects. Snow, wind, and ice can make jobsites treacherous for workers, damage equipment, and slow progress. However, taking a break all winter typically isn’t an option. With some planning and preparation, contractors can continue most of their project work throughout the […]
Teen drivers get lots of advice about how to drive safely and avoid distractions. But you probably don’t hear much about how to be a good passenger. Most states have restrictions on the number of passengers new teen drivers can have with them in the car. Why? Because passengers can be a serious distraction. Help keep yourself […]
Below is a list of important Multi-Peril Crop Insurance dates for corn and soybeans in Iowa for 2024. DATE CORN SOYBEANS Sales Closing Date March 15th March 15th Earliest Planting Date April 10th April 15th Production Reporting Date April 29th April 29th Final Planting Date May 31st June 15th Practical Replant (10 days after final […]
Working in an office setting sometimes gives a false sense of safety and security. While an office may not have the heavy machinery of a manufacturing plant or employees working from heights as in construction, a general office setting still has risks. This article will outline some of the risks and what you can do […]
Snowmobiling is a thrilling and fun hobby to enjoy during the winter season. It’s a great way to satisfy your need for speed and enjoy the outdoors and beauty of Mother Nature. Unfortunately, each year many people are seriously injured or killed while snowmobiling. Whether you’re an experienced rider or this is your first season […]
Agricultural confined-space related cases of injuries and fatalities saw a dramatic rise in 2022, including grain entrapment cases which rose nearly 45%, based on Purdue University’s annual report. Iowa had more cases of grain entrapment than any other state at 9 total in 2022. Nearly all of these cases involved grain flow issues due to grain […]
If you live in a cold climate, washing your car during winter can be challenging because perfect days can be few and far between. If it’s not snowing, it may be too cold. And even on a relatively nice day, blowing and drifting snow can bring out the salt trucks to dirty your car. So, […]
