Accidents Waiting to Happen

It seemed like a good idea at the time!

May
2010
21

Risk management is all about recognizing risk, and taking common sense steps to manage, reduce or eliminate it. Photo submitted by: Leah Arms more...

Accidents Waiting to Happen

Pool Party

May
2010
21

I’ve often had the experience of shaking my head while reading claims reports.  “What were these people thinking?”  The truth is they probably weren’t thinking much at all!  But we’ve all survived situations where after the fact, we realized we had done something that wasn’t very smart – or very safe. Risk management is all  more...

Accidents Waiting to Happen

Motorcycle Towing

May
2010
21

Definitely a safety hazard. Submitted by: Tiffany more...

Accidents Waiting to Happen

A bad day at the construction site

May
2010
20

Some days are better than others. This one started with a small leak (first photo – look to the left at the bottom of the wall), and progressed to an unintended lake. This is an example of what we in the insurance business, call a “worst case scenario”. And they do happen. Aside from possible  more...

Accidents Waiting to Happen

AW2H – Eavestroughs, Wires, Trees

May
2010
11

Severe weather can often cause damage to our homes, vehicles, and property.  Any eavestroughs, wires, or branches that have been damaged require prompt attention to prevent further damage or injury.   Otherwise, they’re just an accident waiting to ha more...

Accidents Waiting to Happen

AW2H – Distracted?

May
2010
11

For most of us, the greatest risk encountered each day is on familiar roads and highways as we commute to and from work. And no matter how rigorous I am in avoiding speed, unnecessary distractions, and alcohol, the unsettling reality is that my safety – and that of others in my vehicle – is to  more...

Accidents Waiting to Happen

AW2H – Young Driver

May
2010
10

Don’t think he’s old enough for his G1! Submitted by: Liz Nettl more...

Accidents Waiting to Happen

AW2H – Driving

May
2010
10

Driving along and you look out your window and see this! Not too safe…Behind the wheel / makeup / cell phone. Submitted by: Heather  more...

Accidents Waiting to Happen

AW2H – Slide

May
2010
10

This might hurt… Submitted by: Dave more...

Accidents Waiting to Happen

AW2H – Carport

May
2010
10

Leaning carport with decaying wood beams.  Feel safe to park here? Submitted by: Maria Tcha more...

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