July 26, 2020. 41 min. 49 sec. Russ and Tony B. talk about the risk of getting a melanoma? Do sunscreen lotions really work? Believe it or not some may increase the risk of skin cancer. More about the spread of COVID and what you can do to reduce your risks.
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Do Hand Sanitizers Really Work?
July 21, 2020. 45 min. 36 sec. Russ and Tony B. talk about the use of hand sanitizers in the fight to reduce the spread of COVID. What is more riskier going to a grocery store or a playground? The data may surprise you!
Do Face Masks Really Work?
July 20, 2020. 48 min. The Safety Matters podcast is now an AM radio show! Join Russ and his producer Tony B. as they talk about safety matters in the news. Today Russ talks about how medical "experts" are not telling the full story about the effectiveness of face...
How to Prevent Slips and Falls in The Winter
Property owners need to be aware that as temperatures drop sidewalks and ramps may become icy. Two simple remedies that can prevent most winter slips and falls.
What is the “Standard of Care” in a Slip, Trip and Fall Lawsuit?
JAN 17, 2020 - 31 min. In a slip and fall lawsuit the Plaintiff has to prove that the Defendant violated the "Standard of Care" and was negligent. But what exactly is the standard of care in a slip, trip and fall lawsuit? Russ discusses the differences between laws,...
Floor Matting…Your First Line of Defense in Preventing Slips and Falls
JAN 10, 2020 - 38 min. The first step into a buildings entrance can be the most dangerous especially if it's been raining or snowing outside. However, having the proper entrance matting system can play an important role in preventing slips and falls. However, if...
Let’s Not Blame the Janitor for the Fall – It Wasn’t His Fault!
JAN 3, 2020 - 36 min. It's common for property owners to want to blame their housekeeping staff when someone falls but often times they’re not at fault. Russ speaks with Michael Patterson, President of the International Executive Housekeepers Association (IEHA) talks...
Hiring a Walkway Auditor for Your Slip and Fall Lawsuit
DEC 27, 2019 - 40 min. It is common for attorneys to hire a walkway auditor in a slip and fall lawsuit. But in the eyes of the court not all auditors are qualified. Hiring the right person can make or break your case! Brent Johnson (WACH) from Traction Auditing...
Is The Hospitality and Foodservice Industries Doing Enough to Prevent Falls?
DEC 20, 2019 - 20 min. Slips, trips, and falls is the leading cause of guest related injuries in the hospitality/food service industry. If you’re a restaurant or hotel owner should you be doing more to prevent your guests from becoming injured? Christopher Price, WACH...
An Orthopedic Surgeons Perspective of Falls
DEC 13, 2019 - 39 min. employed in the healthcare industry see the problem of slips, trips and falls as a chronic and often life-threatening form of injury. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) over 8 million Americans seek emergency room treatment each...