Small business loss prevention tips from State Farm®

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Commercial auto & fleets

Safe driving behaviors

Driving distractions and how to avoid them

Driving distractions endanger drivers, passengers and pedestrians. Here are common driving distractions and tips on how you can help avoid them.

Defensive driving tips

Speeding/offensive driving can lead to fatal car crashes. Learn defensive driving tips to stay safe on the road in this commonsense article from State Farm.

How to merge onto the highway

For safer merging, you should never assume other motorists will make room for you. Read these tips from State Farm to learn how to merge lanes and help prevent merging accidents.

Avoid these risks or you may fall asleep at the wheel

Help prevent drowsy driving by knowing the dangers, identifying warning signs and learning about technology that could prevent accidents caused by driver fatigue.

Time to break these bad driving habits

Keep yourself and others safe on the road by kicking these bad driving habits to the curb.

Driving tips for traffic jams

These driving tips for traffic jams can help you stay safe when you're navigating heavy traffic.

Put the brakes on aggressive driving

Stay alert for the signs of aggressive driving in other drivers — or perhaps even road rage bubbling up in you.

Texting while driving includes growing mobile web use

Texting while driving is one distraction and the use of mobile web services on the road has increased for drivers overall posing an equal or greater concern.

How to deal with parking lot accidents

Parking lot accidents can be a common hassle for drivers. State Farm offers some advice for what to do if you’re involved in a fender bender.

Staying safe at railroad crossings

It may be tempting to accelerate or drive across the railroad tracks against the signal but the risk is too high. Use common sense.

Safe driving in hazardous weather conditions

Can you drive safely in severe weather?

Severe weather can be deadly, especially if you're driving in it. Learn more about driving safely in ice, snow, rain, fog and other severe weather events.

Driving in fog

Learn how to drive in the fog with these tips. Driving safely in dense fog requires being vigilant, minimizing distractions and slowing down.

Tips for driving safely in the rain

Driving in the rain doesn't have to be stressful and it's not good to drive as if it were warm and dry. Follow these safety tips to help you when driving in the rain.

Basic winter driving tips

Whether you’re experienced or just learning how to drive in snow or on icy roads, keep these safe winter driving tips in mind.

What is black ice? Watch for this winter road hazard

Black ice can be hard to spot on a wintry road. State Farm® offers these tips for black ice safety.

Night driving and headlight glare

Blinding headlight glare is a dangerous aspect of night driving. Read on to discover tips on how to avoid the glare from oncoming headlights and get home safely.

Keeping your vehicle secure and operating smoothly

How to help prevent car theft

Theft stats may have you wondering; how do I protect my car? Learn how to prevent car theft with measures including car alarms, VIN etching and more.

Tire maintenance, safety and care

Yes, you do need to learn how to take care of your tires. These seven simple to-dos can take just minutes.

Workers' compensation

Prevent common workplace injuries

Protect your business property from slip and falls

Decrease the chances of slips, trips and falls at your business with proper maintenance and safety procedures.

Smart steps to ladder safety

Do you know the right ladder height for the job? Ladder-related injuries result in thousands of trips to the ER each year. Learn how to use a ladder safely.

How to use your hand tools more safely

Simple safety tips to help you choose and use your hand tools before you start your next DIY project and how to maintain them and protect yourself and others.

Putting kitchen safety first

Practicing kitchen safety can help reduce the chance of cooking-related incidents. Read on for kitchen safety tips you may find helpful for cooking at home.

What is disability insurance and how does it work?

Before an unexpected illness or injury occurs, it's important to understand your disability insurance coverage options and whether to buy at work or on your own.

Know your company benefits to get all the perks

Do your research to learn more about company perks. Benefits are often offered to employees, so make sure you know yours!

The importance of safety glasses and when to wear them

Learn about the importance of wearing eye protection, the different types and features that can help increase your safety and prevent eye injury.

Prevent weather and environmental-related injuries

How to stay safe and help prevent heat illnesses on humid days

How to help deal with the added risks of breathing trouble, heat exhaustion and mold.

What is hypothermia? Signs and causes

Hypothermia is caused by prolonged exposure to the cold either on land or in the water. Learn more about this life-threatening condition.

How to prevent bug bites

Spider and insect bites take the fun out of being outside. Discover ways to help avoid them and what to do if you get one.

 

Property/Casualty

Business continuity and disaster preparedness

Disaster preparedness for your business

Create a business disaster plan to protect your employees, secure assets and resume operations.

Fire safety for businesses

Learn workplace fire safety and prevention tips to help protect your employees and business.

Preventing common weather-related losses

How to help prevent pipes from freezing

Consider these ideas on how to help prevent frozen pipes and what you might try if they do freeze.

How to remove snow from the roof

Snow on your roof can cause ice dams that result in structural damage. Learn when and how to clear it safely.

Winter sidewalk safety tips for home and business owners

Winter sidewalk safety is a chore but keeping your sidewalk clear of ice and snow during the winter might help prevent accidents and trouble.

Preventing other common business losses

Protect your business property from slip and falls

Decrease the chances of slips, trips and falls at your business with proper maintenance and safety procedures.

How to protect your business from burglary and robbery

Burglary is often a crime of opportunity and robbery is terrifying. Incorporate these burglary and robbery prevention tips and more to help protect your business.

Tips to prevent employee theft

Employee theft can come in many different shapes and sizes. In the modern workplace, business owners are wise to have controls in place.

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