Wireless Security Creates a Smarter, Safer Home
May 27, 2014
With advancements in smart home technology, there are constantly new features released to automate just about any facet of your home and it can be controlled straight from a keypad. When stripped away from all of these features though, these systems are truly lifestyle management tools. From our findings, of all the various types of […]
Warehouse Safety
February 28, 2014
This Warehouse Safety infographic created by Storage Solutions contains information about the dangers of modern warehouses and how to prevent them, including top areas cited by the OSHA, the most injury prone areas, and tips for forklifts. Source
Safety and Social Media
October 27, 2013
See how safety and social media interact with this @ConsumerBell infographic. Source
Surprise Toxins In Your Home
July 3, 2013
Did you know the chemicals you are using to keep your home neat and tidy could actually be causing damage to your family’s health? Here we take a look at common household cleaning products and uncover the toxins lurking inside. Source
Cause for Alarm, Tracking New York’s Most Serious Fires
April 21, 2013
The number of fire companies and chiefs who are assigned to a fire follows a system of alarms. A fifth-alarm fire, which is thd most serious of fires in NYC, could bring 36 units and at least six of FDNY’s chiefs. Source
Recalls at a Glance: Three Months of Product Recalls
March 8, 2013
One drug recall a day. Six times as many food recalls as the previous quarter. Recalls are more common than you think. Check out this infographic for this quarter’s recall report. Data provided by ExpertRECALL RecallIndex. Source
Fall Prevention Tips
February 21, 2013
From slick floors to overzealous pets, our homes are filled with obstacles that can cause us to fall. The dangers of fall-related injuries are especially high for senior citizens.Seniors can stay safe by investing in personal alert systems, getting sufficient calcium and exercising regularly. Source
New York City Firefighter Deaths Per Decade
January 19, 2013
On September 11, 2011, the New York City Fire Department lost 343 members. Over the past two decades we’ve lost 43 more. This chart outlines the number who’ve died saving lives in New York. Source
Structural Fires in New York CIty
January 18, 2013
The FDNY units respond to structural fires, nonstructural fires, medical emergencies, and other calls. The number of structural fires has steadily decreased, though the patterns are different in individual boroughs. Source
No Flu For You! – 6 Easy Ways to Avoid Get…
December 19, 2012
Did you have the flu this year? What about a cold or a cough? Here are 6 easy ways that you can decrease your chances of getting sick. Source
How to Spot a Hidden Handgun
September 19, 2012
How can you tell if someone has a concealed weapon on them? The NYPD has plenty of experience with this, and with a few tips and pointers you too can learn to spot a potentially armed trouble-maker.
Secure Communities
September 8, 2012
Secure Communities is a controversial federal program that sends booking information from local jails to a joint database shared by the FBI and the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agency (ICE). Since 2008, Congress has spent millions for the program to target “dangerous criminal aliens.” Source