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SAFE WINTER DRIVING TIPS for PADUCAH & MAYFIELD
2/2/2022 (Permalink)
Anytime the weather service alerts us for a winter storm we need to prepare. Needless to say, stay home unless it's absolutely necessary to drive. Here are a few tips I found from the NHTSA and OSHA (click link below for the full article).
The three P's of Safe Winter Driving:
- Prepare for the trip- Maintain your car; Plan your route; Practice cold weather driving; Stopping distances are longer on on water-covered snow and ice
- Protect Yourself - Buckle up; Children 12 and under are much safer in the back
- Prevent Crashes - Drugs and alcohol never mix with driving; Slow down; Avoid Fatigue
- Watch for pedestrians who may be walking along side the road
Winter driving can be hazardous and scary. Additional preparations can help make the trip safer.
https://www.osha.gov/sites/default/files/publications/SafeDriving.pdf
SERVPRO of Paducah & Mayfield wants you to be safe during extreme weather conditions. Available 24/7 Please call us at 270-443-4555 for Fire & Water Damage.
SERVPRO of Paducah and Mayfield Hiring General Labor Position
11/11/2021 (Permalink)
GENERAL LABOR POSITION AVAILABLE
Full-time position - (40+) hours per week. Starting pay is $12/hour with no experience. Applicants with experience will be evaluated and may qualify for a higher pay rate. Medical insurance available at hire. Vacation and 401k available after 1 year. Must be able to lift at least 50lbs. Will be required to work an on-call rotation. Will need a valid driver license. Employer requires a pre-employment drug and background screen.
Apply in-person at 1128 Broadway Street, Paducah, KY. For appointment or questions please call 270-443-4555 and ask for Jessica.
SERVPRO of Paducah & Mayfield Hiring Cleaning Position
11/11/2021 (Permalink)
CLEANING POSITION AVAILABLE
Full-time position - 40 hours per week. Starting pay is $11/hour with no experience. Applicants with experience will be evaluated and may qualify for a higher pay rate. Medical insurance available at hire. Vacation and 401k available after 1 year. Will need a valid driver license. Employer requires a pre-employment drug and background screen.
Apply in-person at 1128 Broadway Street, Paducah, KY. For appointment or questions please call 270-443-4555 and ask for Jessica.
Safe Operating of Fire Extinguishers for Paducah & Mayfield
10/26/2021 (Permalink)
Fact
Poor maintenance and incorrect usage of fire extinguishers in the home are two key reasons small house fires can spread endangering lives and causing considerable damage to property. House fires can be brought under control within the first few minutes of ignition if attended to correctly with an extinguisher that is well maintained, which can buy valuable time before the Fire Services arrive.
How to operate a fire extinguisher
There are a number of different types of portable fire extinguishers, each can be identified by the colour coding and labelling. Check that the extinguisher you intend to use is suitable for the type of fire encountered eg a water extinguisher must never be used on any fire involving electrical equipment.
There are four (4) basic steps for using modern portable fire extinguishers.
The acronym PASS is used to describe these four basic steps.
- Pull (Pin)
Pull pin at the top of the extinguisher, breaking the seal. When in place, the pin keeps the handle from being pressed and accidentally operating the extinguisher. Immediately test the extinguisher. (Aiming away from the operator) This is to ensure the extinguisher works and also shows the operator how far the stream travels - Aim
Approach the fire standing at a safe distance. Aim the nozzle or outlet towards the base of the fire. - Squeeze
Squeeze the handles together to discharge the extinguishing agent inside. To stop discharge, release the handles. - Sweep
Sweep the nozzle from side to side as you approach the fire, directing the extinguishing agent at the base of the flames. After an A Class fire is extinguished, probe for smouldering hot spots that could reignite the fuel.
Click here for more fire safety information:
https://www.fire.nsw.gov.au/page.php?id=632
Call SERVPRO of Paducah & Mayfield at 270-443-4555 for Fire & Water Cleanup and Restoration 24/7
Staying Hydrated in Paducah & Mayfield Kentucky
8/18/2021 (Permalink)
Most of the time our blogs are about how water damage can be devastating to your home or business.
When do we need water?
Here's an article from www.SafetyToolboxTopics.com on the importance of hydration:
We've all experienced it at some point when working or playing hard – fatigue sets in, your mouth feels dry and your legs are heavy and maybe you even get a headache. These are all common signs of dehydration.
When you are working hard, body fluid is lost through sweat. If the fluid lost through sweat is not replaced, dehydration and early fatigue are unavoidable. Losing even 2% of body fluids (less than 3.5 pounds in a 180-pound person) can impair performance by increasing fatigue and affecting cognitive skills. During the summer heat it's easy for to become dehydrated if you don't drink enough fluids to replace what is lost in sweat.
However, dehydration can easily be prevented
- When to drink: Ensure you drink before you start working, trying to catch-up for lost fluids after a period of time is very difficult. Also, drink before you get thirsty. By the time you're thirsty you are already dehydrated, so it's important to drink at regular intervals – especially when it is hot outside.
- What to drink: Water is truly one of the best things to drink. Research also shows that a lightly flavored beverage with a small amount of sodium encourages people to drink enough to stay hydrated. The combination of flavor and electrolytes in a sports drink like Gatorade provides one of the best choices to help you stay properly hydrated.
- What not to drink: During activity, avoid drinks with high sugar content such as soda and even fruit juices. These are slow to absorb into the body. Also alcohol and caffeinated beverages should be avoided.
Many people ask how much to drink and that truly depends on your activity level and how much your body is losing fluids. In general, when you are working and sweating, you should drink at least every half-hour. Ensure you are drinking enough to replace your lost fluids. A good rule of thumb from a wise man says: “if you aren’t urinating, you’re not drinking enough”.
STAY SAFE!
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IICRC Certified Firm
7/26/2017 (Permalink)
SERVPRO of Paducah is an IICRC firm. The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) creates the standards for the restoration industry and provides training and certification to restoration companies. IICRC Certified Firms have the right to display the IICRC Certified Logo.
IICRC Certified Firms must
• Present accurate information to consumers and conduct business with honesty and integrity.
• Require a technician on all jobs who has been formally trained and passed all required tests.
• Require a continuing education program to keep technicians up-to-date on the latest changes in the industry.
• Maintain liability insurance to protect all parties in the event of an accident.
• Maintain a written complaint policy and agree to Better Business Bureau or similar arbitration to resolve disputes, and accept the conclusions and recommendations of arbitration.
The IICRC Develops The Standards For The Restoration Industry
The IICRC has been the driving force in establishing the main industry standards and reference guides for professional carpet cleaning, water damage restoration and mold remediation. These IICRC standards take years to develop and require the coordination of experts in the field: manufacturers, industry organizations, insurance professionals, training schools, contractors, and public health professionals.
Every five years, the standards are reviewed and updated. The water damage restoration field changes rapidly with advancements in technology and science, and therefore the standards must evolve to keep pace.
About SERVPRO of Paducah
SERVPRO of Paducah specializes in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire, smoke or water damage event. Our staff is highly trained in property damage restoration and we are an IICRC Certified Firm. We believe in continuous training: from initial and ongoing training at SERVPRO’s corporate training facility to regular IICRC-industry certification, rest assured our staff is equipped with the knowledge to restore your property.
For Immediate Service in Paducah, KY Call SERVPRO
6/7/2017 (Permalink)
SERVPRO of Paducah provides 24-hour emergency service and is dedicated to being faster to any-sized disaster in McCracken and Calloway Counties. We can respond immediately to your emergency and have the expertise to handle your restoration or cleaning needs.
- 24-Hour Emergency Service
- Faster to Any-Sized Disaster
- Highly Trained Restoration Technicians
- A Trusted Leader in the Restoration Industry
- Locally Owned and Operated
- Advanced Restoration and Cleaning Equipment
Have Questions? Call Us 24/7 – (270) 443-4555
Residential Services
Whether your Paducah or Murray, KY home needs emergency flood damage or your upholstery cleaned, you can depend on us. Our technicians have extensive cleaning and restoration training and can make your property look its best. Learn more about our residential services:
- Water Damage Restoration
- Fire Damage Restoration
- Mold Remediation
- Storm Damage Restoration
- Cleaning Services
- Building/Reconstruction Services
Commercial Services
There's never a convenient time for fire or Water damage to strike your McCracken or Calloway County commercial property. Every hour spent cleaning up is an hour of lost revenue and productivity. So when the need arises for professional cleaning or emergency restoration services we have the training and expertise to respond promptly with highly trained technicians to get your property back to business. Learn more about our commercial services: Commercial Services
- Commercial Water Damage Restoration
- Commercial Fire Damage Restoration
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