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, [...]
Originally published in December 2022. Updated October 2025. Protecting your organization from internal and external theft is an important risk management tactic to reduce loss and claims. Theft may rise as inflation and prices rise, and fraternal organizations become a target for thieves hoping to grab cash, food, alcohol and other valuables. Even in times of economic stability, theft remains a significant risk for fraternal organizations. Follow these tips for [...]
Originally published in September 2020. Updated October 2025. Every insurance claim is different, but some common fraternal claims come up more often than others. General liability claims, property damage claims and liquor liability claims are three common types of claims that occur at fraternal organizations. Because your Post is at a higher risk from these common claims, it’s important to make sure you’re fully covered and take the right steps [...]
Originally published in March 2022. Updated October 2025. A simple “wet floor” safety sign can mean the difference between a normal day at your Post and a trip to the emergency room. While the primary purpose of safety signage is keeping people safe, there are other benefits, too: Reducing accidents Promoting a culture of safety Minimizing legal risks Facilities that have clear and consistent safety signage see a reduction in [...]
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