Holiday Decorating Safety Tips

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, [...]

By |2025-12-03T20:54:29+00:00November 3, 2025|Member safety, Post insurance, Post maintenance|

Protecting Your Organization from Internal and External Theft

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 [...]

By |2025-12-03T21:11:11+00:00October 30, 2025|Member safety, Post insurance|

Improving Safety Signage for Posts

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 [...]

By |2025-12-03T21:43:39+00:00October 2, 2025|Member safety, Post insurance, Post maintenance|

Spring Cleaning Tips for Better Safety

It's hard to believe, but spring is just around the corner. It's 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 [...]

By |2022-02-08T14:50:48+00:00February 8, 2022|Uncategorized|

Snow Shoveling Safety Tips

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 [...]

By |2025-11-21T02:33:08+00:00January 4, 2022|Uncategorized|
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