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Safety should be a top concern for FMs.(NEWSWORTHY)
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August 1, 2008
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Copyright informationCOPYRIGHT 2008 Stamats Communications, Inc. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan. All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)
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In an era of heightened lawsuit activity and escalating insurance premiums, building owners and facility managers need to do their best to keep building occupants and employees safe. Accidents and emergency situations can happen in any environment, in any building, at any time. Even if state-of-the-art security systems are protecting facilities, building owners and managers must also do their part to promote and maintain a safe work environment.
Jeffrey Quinn, director of risk management at King of Prussia, PA-based Allied-Barton Security Services, provides helpful tips for Buildings readers regarding safety in their facilities.
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