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Now is the time to start getting your snow removal equipment ready.  Like with most pieces of equipment, preventive maintenance is the best way to stay ahead of the game by reducing downtime and costly repairs during peak season. The following check list will give you a head start in preparing for our first snow fall. Review, repair or replace the following snow removal equipment and restock your supplies as needed. Make sure you have a designated place for keeping all your snow items and that they are properly maintained. Plows  Snow blowers -  Shovels Ice scrapers Sand & salt Sand and salt spreaders Cover your employees – proper clothing and personal protective equipment: Workers should have durable work boots with slip resistant soles Workers performing snow removal should have gloves and safety glasses Remind workers to dress warmly and in layers Train now – make sure all workers are trained on proper snow removal procedures including: Safe equipment operation and maintenanc Pr

Hurricane Season Is Here Are You Prepared? The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has released its updated 2021 Atlantic Hurricane Season forecast. The agency is still predicting an above-average season with 15-21 named storms and 7-10 hurricanes. Being prepared is your best defense against disasters striking in your area. Do not wait until a hurricane is imminent to prepare, by that time supplies will be depleted and it may be too late. Know the Levels of Storm Warnings Assess your vulnerability. How close to the coast are you located? Businesses within 50 miles from the shore have a greater risk of property damage and business interruption than those located further inland. If your business is within 50 miles of the coast, you need to provide protection for all doors and windows of the building(s), which are the main entry points for wind and water. This will help minimize the structural damage that may occur. In addition, take steps to protect the interior; including fi

 Job Opportunities Wonderful opportunity to join 100+ year young company with a proven record.  We have all types of positions available and will be hosting an open house for the next two days.  

  Guardian Service Industries, Inc. www.guardian-service.com 800-564-9501 / info@guardian-service.com Reasons to Maintain Clean Windows As we continue charging forward towards spring, re-openings, and returning to normal we need to pay attention to some of the maintenance we may have neglected or postponed. One of these is window cleaning. We may not give it much thought but clean windows help boost individual’s overall morale and improve overall productivity. Additionally, keeping your windows clean is important for your structures overall health. Frequency: Many factors affect the frequency that you use to clean your windows. Location: If you are in a high traffic area your windows will get dirty faster Change of season: if you are in a region that has noticeable change of seasons you may need more frequent cleanings to combat the effects of rainy season or extreme cold temperature Type of structure: a commercial office building will require less frequent cleaning that a residenti