Throughout most of 2020, hand sanitizer was a hot commodity. Schools, businesses and private homes couldn’t get enough alcohol-based hand rubs (ABHRs), so they stocked up for fear they wouldn’t be able to find them when they needed them. After…
Whether your job involves physical labor or many hours of sitting in front of a computer, eye damage is a very real concern. If you don’t take proper precautions, you could end up with either one eye that has become…
How many times have you nearly slipped on a patch of ice on your way into your school or one of the other buildings in your district? Have you ever tripped on a rug that wasn’t lying completely flat, but…
Horseplay isn’t just for students. Plenty of adults also engage in physical roughhousing, and if such behavior occurs on the job, it can quickly turn into a liability. Not only can your employees cause injuries to each other, but they…
Have you ever needed to reach something, but didn’t feel like taking the time to find a ladder or stepstool? You might be tempted to use a makeshift device in lieu of a ladder. These kinds of devices are everywhere…
Planning a special event? Do a quick internet search for party checklists and up pops comprehensive checklists to ensure you don’t forget the ice, snacks or decorations. But, trying to determine if you have all your boxes checked for a…
The return to school every fall truly is a wonderful time of year. It is gratifying to see so many students in your buildings once again, ready to take on the task of learning. Over the summer months, your staff…
It’s important to create a culture of safety so you can limit your risk for workplace injuries. Many of the workplace incidents CM Regent’s customers experience do not involve a physical hazard. Instead, they occur because an employee was engaging…
Today is National HVAC Tech Day — an opportunity for Americans to show their appreciation for the heating, ventilation and air conditioning technicians in their lives. These workers are particularly essential in schools, where it’s important to have the right…
Do your staff ever work when no one else is in the building? Chances are, they probably do. With most school security systems, employees need only swipe their badge, and they are in. This is called “lone working,” and while…