Originally published in December 2021. Updated November 2025. VFW Posts take pride in decorating their Post Home for festivities throughout the holiday season. Whether your Post decorates a small Charlie Brown tree or goes full Chevy Chase, keep your Post’s property and members safe with these tips. Indoor Holiday Decorating Safety Tips Live and Artificial Trees Purchase a live tree — To minimize fire hazards and maximize a long life, [...]
A culture of safety is important for members and guests alike. That’s why Lockton Affinity, administrator of the VFW Post Insurance Program, offers a robust library of safety resources for fraternal organizations like yours. Free to Posts, resources include risk management articles, quarterly safety newsletters, online training courses and more. Read on to learn about the helpful safety resources for fraternal organizations. Safety Resources for VFW Posts — Risk Management [...]
Each October, organizations like the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and others observe Fire Prevention Week and Month by spreading fire safety awareness and helping protect homes, businesses and people. The annual event began in 1911 to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire, a fire that killed approximately 300 people and destroyed over 17,000 structures. Whether your Post partakes in Fire Prevention Week or Month, [...]
Without a strong culture of safety in place at your organization, unsafe conditions can go uncorrected or unnoticed. Volunteers and members may not feel comfortable raising safety-related concerns and the risk of serious injuries may increase. To make your Post safer, it is important to take a proactive approach before incidents occur. With the right plan in place, you can help prevent injuries, illnesses and deaths at your organization, as [...]
If you have projects scheduled for your organization this year, it’s important to have hand tool safety practices in place when power tools are in operation. Whether you’re building garden beds, volunteering in the community, designing parade floats or fixing things up around the Post, power tools can expose your organization to many potential safety hazards. Make sure your organization's leaders and members work together to establish safety practices to [...]
Spring is the perfect time to consider seasonal maintenance and spring cleaning before hotter weather arrives. Being proactive and keeping your Post facilities in good condition is smart. It not only benefits the longevity of your Post property, it also improves safety for employees, members and visitors to the Post. Here’s a list of seasonal maintenance and spring cleaning tips for better safety for Post facilities to get you started. [...]
Like everyone, many Posts spend the winter digging out from snow storms. Shoveling snow can provide an opportunity for exercise, help out less-able community members, and build camaraderie among the members. All the same, snow removal can also be risky for members, volunteers and your organization. Shoveling snow yourself can pose health risks and hiring snow removers comes with added risks to your Post. The next time it snows, make [...]
Even with the best training and safety precautions, it's still a possibility that one day one of your workers or volunteers could be hurt in an accident. Even a minor injury could result in a major medical bill, that in turn could lead to a lawsuit for your Post. Employees and volunteers are at the heart of your Post, so it's important that you protect them while also protecting your [...]
Many Posts plan outdoor events for members and guests throughout the year. Whether participating in a parade, having a picnic, or simply enjoying time outdoors, these activities bring people together. To ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable experience, event organizers should take time to consider potential risks and plan accordingly. Every event faces safety risks and outdoor events are no different. Here are the top 10 safety risks of [...]
Working with vendors can be extremely beneficial to your Post. Specialized vendors who handle your Post's food and beverage, alcohol, cleaning or technical needs can be a big help, boosting efficiency while saving on costs. But working with vendors also presents some challenges. Partnering with a vendor can expose your Post to added risk, so it's important to minimize the chance of potential problems. The right level of insurance protection [...]
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