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Hurricanes are extremely dangerous weather events that can devastate livelihoods, disrupt business operations, and damage properties, equipment, and vehicles. It’s important to take the time to prepare for hurricanes, in [...]
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Every year, the insurance industry sees losses from fires that are started by poorly maintained electrical panels, wiring, and underrated circuit breakers or fuses. Losses can also arise from machinery [...]
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Strong winds have the strength to blow the roof off your building and dealing with roof damage can be a disruptive and costly matter. Low-pressure areas are more prone to [...]
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Unfortunately, wildfires destroy thousands of acres of land and hundreds of buildings annually. Damages sustained at businesses may not be limited to fire damage, but could also include smoke and [...]
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Winter weather conditions such as accumulated snow, extreme cold, blizzards, and ice are a common occurrence in Canada. As a business owner, or someone leasing a commercial property, you’re responsible [...]
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Across the country, hail is a severe weather hazard that can damage commercial assets, public infrastructure, homes, vehicles, and crops. For instance, in southern Alberta, hail storms have caused hundreds [...]
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In normal situations fleet owners manage assets that are essentially in motion, but there are times when a significant portion of the fleet may need to be parked for an [...]
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As a home heating fuel dealer, you face many different operational risks. It’s important to provide your drivers and employees with the right safety and loss prevention training so they [...]
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Rodents can become a nuisance and cause serious damage for any business, in both rural and urban settings. Rats, house mice, field mice, and squirrels are considered pests as they [...]
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As a contractor, you likely have a lot of tools you rely on to help you get tasks done for projects. You may manage several projects on different job sites, [...]