b'Associate NewsMANAGEMENTThe SHI s m The SHIELDELD sm2024 WPMAEXPOPresidential Sponsor & Educational Session Presenter for Business OwnersThe Benefits of Equipment Maintenance& HousekeepingYour business success lies in your careful decisionsand that includes how youapproach the safety and risk management of your workplace.Staying on Top of Housekeeping:Safety at Your BusinessIncreasing efficienciesWithout functional equipment or a clean, orga-Increasing profitsnized workplace, the risk for injuries and losses Reducing Experience Modification (Ex Mod)can increase. At the end of the day, maintainingcosts (used by insurers to describe both past your tools and equipment, along with tacklinginjuries and future risks)regular housekeeping, can help in the following Helping to prevents accidents and injuries areas by: Risk Equipment Maintenance:Reducing fire hazards and claims risks Increasing profitsCreating a safe and efficient work environment Minimizing potential pest infestations Enhancing employee safety and damage Reducing the risk of accidents, especially firesEnhancing employee morale and productivity Increasing product quality and customer Improving the companys image and reputationsatisfaction Avoiding regulatory issues and financial penalties Federated clients who are interested in learning more about these important topics can checkImproving energy efficiency, helping to out mySHIELD for sample checklists, safetylower operational costs manuals, guides, and other resources. Reach This article is for gen-Extending equipment lifespan, saving out to your local marketing representative for eral information and riskadditional information.prevention only and shouldreplacement costsnot be considered legal or other expert advice. The rec-Reducing downtime and production disruptionsommendations herein may help reduce, but are not guaranteed to eliminate, any or all risk of loss. Ex-amples shown are for illus-trative purposes only.The information herein may be subject to, and is not a substitute for, any laws or regulations that may apply. Qualified counsel should be sought with questions spe-cific to your circumstances. 2023Federated Mutual Insurance Company. All rights reserved Published Date: SNovember 20, 2023WPMA News / Winter 202365'