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A pet can be a wonderful addition to any family. Dogs, cats, and other furry critters make for extremely loyal companions that bring unbounded joy, love, and energy into your home. Unfortunately, they also bring a decent amount of hair and dander as well, which can make a mess of furniture and carpets or exacerbate… Read More

Cozy Winters, January 27, 2015

Now that you're committed to making employee safety a priority this year, the next step is to actually enforce the rules. This effort will likely be met with resistance and more than a bit of grumbling from employees—especially if laxity had been a big part of the prevailing culture—but is a quick and effective way… Read More

Cozy Winters, January 20, 2015

For most motorcycle enthusiasts, winter is a time to be dreaded. It signals the onset of several months of unpredictable weather, high winds, and icy roads, all of which are significantly more dangerous for bikes than for cars or trucks, and usually forces riders to put their machines into storage until spring. But for those… Read More

Cozy Winters, January 13, 2015

Now that winter is in full swing across the country, it's finally time to welcome back the skiing season. If you're brand new to the sport, here are the minimum gear and training requirements you'll need before getting started: Apparel The purpose of skiing apparel is to keep you warm and dry in all kinds… Read More

Cozy Winters, January 06, 2015

It's no secret that slip-and-fall accidents are a leading cause of employee absence and decreased productivity in the workplace or that these mishaps are also responsible for an overwhelming percentage of annual worker's compensation claims. Data and statistics supporting these statements are widely available from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, OSHA, and other organizations, and… Read More

Cozy Winters, December 30, 2014

Keeping pets safe and happy in winter requires more effort than at other times of the year. That's primarily because this season is fraught with a variety of hazards that can cause serious illness or injury for your furry companions, up to and including death. To help ensure your pets get through the winter in… Read More

Cozy Winters, December 02, 2014

With the coldest months of the year now on the horizon, it's time to ensure your home is properly equipped to withstand the extreme temperatures, howling winds, snow, sleet, and hail that make up winter weather in most parts of the country. Here is a brief checklist of some of the more important home winterization… Read More

Cozy Winters, November 20, 2014

Outdoor work safety is a critical issue year round, but is especially important in the winter when snow and ice combine to make conditions even more hazardous than usual. Slip and fall accidents are one of the largest causes of workplace injuries, and can have devastating effects on health, morale, and productivity. The best way… Read More

Cozy Winters, November 10, 2014

There are several benefits to wearing a pair of ice cleats if you work for an airport or government agency such as Parks and Outdoor Recreation or Waste Management. Did you know that this year more than one third of adults will suffer an injury due to falling on ice? These accidents also account… Read More

Cozy Winters, October 06, 2014

Are you planning to take a trip this winter to your cabin in Colorado? There are several benefits to owning a property located in the mountains, especially if your permanent residence is located in an area where it's sunny and 90 degrees throughout the year. However if you are accustomed to warm and sunny weather… Read More

Cozy Winters, October 03, 2014

Safety is often times the number one core value of trucking companies, no matter what industry they serve. In order to carry out this value, it's important for truck drivers to be prepared at all times, which requires them to have all of the necessary equipment and tools. What do truck drivers need in… Read More

Cozy Winters, October 01, 2014

With autumn quickly approaching, the nights will soon be cool enough to warrant use of an electric blanket. Whether you intend to purchase a new full-sized electric blanket, travel-sized electric blanket, or heated throw from CozyWinters or simply pull an existing one out of summer storage, here are some tips on how to clean it… Read More

Cozy Winters, September 09, 2014

Hiking perennially ranks as one of America's most popular summer pastimes—and for good reason. It is an activity that just about everyone can participate in, regardless of age or experience, and doesn't require a whole lot of expensive gear to get started. In fact, if you are relatively fit and can walk while carrying a… Read More

Cozy Winters, August 05, 2014

To a majority of people, an air conditioned office is viewed as a welcome refuge from the hot, muggy midsummer temperatures that are currently afflicting most of the country. But, as the old adage says, you can have too much of a good thing, and this applies as much to artificially cooled workspaces as to… Read More

Cozy Winters, July 22, 2014

Although nighttime temperatures may still cool and pleasant for many, the summer heat could make it more difficult to fall—and stay—asleep in warmer parts of the country. Obviously, if you have a working air conditioner in the bedroom, getting comfortable at night won't necessarily be much of an issue. But if you're not in a… Read More

Cozy Winters, June 11, 2014