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2015’s Top Safety Picks

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Which Cars Measured Up To This Year’s Safety Tests?

Each year, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) tests the year’s cars by running them through rigorous crash tests. They have released the champions for 2015, with the Hyundai Genesis emerging as the forerunner with perfect scores. Take a look at this year’s seven safest rides on the road.

  1. 2015 Hyundai Genesis: This luxury car excelled in the crash tests, even stopping the car moving at 25 mph before it hit a solid object with its automatic brake function.
  2. 2015 Subaru Legacy: Surpassing the safety of last year’s model, the 2015 Legacy earned high marks on every crash test it endured. Especially notable was its “superior” rating for the optional collision warning system Subaru offers.
  3. 2015 Chrysler 200: Also scoring high in every test, the Chrysler 200 was noticed for its auto brake collision warning system that helped it earn a “superior” rating in front crash prevention tests.
  4. 2015 Volkswagen Golf/GTI: With “good” scores in the side crash test, rollover test, roof test, head restraint test and small overlap front crash test these smaller Volkswagen cars both earned Top Safety Pick titles.
  5. 2015 Hyundai Sonata: This midsize car earned a “good” rating in the majority of its safety tests, and with a mid-range price tag it is sure to become a popular pick this year.
  6. 2015 Subaru Impreza WRX: This famously fast car will keep its passengers safe, as it earned a “good” score on all of its safety tests.
  7. 2015 Honda Fit: When this car failed to pass the small overlap front crash test, its engineers redesigned its bumper. After running the tests again, the car received high enough ratings to be named a Top Safety Pick.

Let Cappuccino Insurance Agency in Westlake Village, California protect you in ways even your car cannot with a great insurance policy. Our dedicated team is committed to getting you the coverage you need for the most competitive rates. Contact us today for all of your Conejo Valley auto insurance needs!

Do Not Let Slips & Trips Harm Your Holiday

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Keep The Season Safe By Avoiding Common Workplace Injuries

A little slip in the parking lot or trip over the corner of a rug may not seem like a big deal, but the National Safety Council reports that 25,000 trip, slip, or fall accidents occur each day in the United States. Accidents of these kinds on the same level are the second leading cause of workplace injuries. Save yourself and your employees from hazardous situations with increased awareness around these types of incidents.

Take a walk around your business property. Are the walking surfaces uneven or marked with holes and cracks? Do puddles collect in certain areas? Are the walkways, sidewalks, and parking lots properly lit? Walking your property with an eye to potential safety hazards will help you understand the risks on your business site so you can properly address them.

How can you increase the safety of your location? Make sure all entryways offer a place to wipe off wet shoes, and that mats are secured. Provide janitorial staff with “Wet Floor” signs to mark potentially unsafe areas after cleaning. If you have a slippery floor surface like high-gloss tile or smoothly polished stone, consider investing in runner rugs for the main walkways.

In the event someone does trip, slip, or fall make sure the accident is documented. Take down the names of all of the people involved in the situation and take photographs of the hazardous area. Not only will this help you avoid similar accidents in the future, but this information could come in handy if an insurance or workers’ compensation claim is required.

Make sure your company is protected with the business insurance it needs by contacting California-based Cappuccino Insurance Agency today! Serving Westlake Village and all of Conejo Valley, our dedicated team is here to help you secure the coverage you need to make your work community a safe place.

Stay Safe This Thanksgiving With These Tips

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Thanksgiving is just a couple of days away, so it is the perfect time to make your shopping list to be sure you have all the ingredients for your Thanksgiving feast. It is also the best time to ensure that you stay safe while in the kitchen. Keep these simple Thanksgiving safety tips in mind so that everyone has a safe and happy holiday.

  • Before you start cooking, thoroughly clean your oven and stove. Built up grease from past meals can easily start a fire.
  • Do not leave you house while you are cooking. If something is on the stove, do not leave the kitchen so that you can keep an eye on the food.
  • Do not allow children within three feet of the oven and stove since they can easily be burned from boiling water or splattering grease.
  • Keep you floor free from any obstacles, such as toys and bags. Keep your pets out of the kitchen so that you do not trip over them.
  • Keep any flammable objects, such as towels, potholders, plastic bags, and food containers away from the stove so that they do not catch fire.
  • Keep a fire extinguisher that is rated for grease fires in your kitchen. Make sure that multiple people in your house know how to use it.
  • Check all of the smoke alarms in your home to make sure that they are working properly. Replace any alarms that are outdated or broken.
  • Before you go to bed at the end of the day, double check to make sure that all appliances are turned off, especially the oven and stove.

Cappuccino Insurance Agency in Westlake Village, California would like to wish you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving!

Stay Safe this Halloween with These Tips

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Happy Halloween from Cappuccino Insurance Agency! While celebrating the holiday this year, it is important to make sure that you know how to stay safe. Keep these Halloween safety tips in mind to ensure you have both a fun and safe holiday!

  • When setting up decorations, make sure to keep the walkway of your house clear so that nobody trips and is injured when trick or treating. Also, make sure that there are no other potential hazards, such as hoses or toys.
  • Make sure your pets are safely locked away from trick or treaters and do not jump on or bite anyone that comes to your door.
  • When choosing the right Halloween costume for your child, make sure to choose one that fits properly to avoid tripping and falling. Dress your children in comfortable shoes, since they will be walking long distances.
  • Use face paint instead of a mask to complete you child’s costume because masks can interfere with their ability to see. Make sure to test the face paint on a small area to ensure it does not irritate your child’s skin.
  • If you have older children who are trick or treating with a group of friends, make sure that they stay in neighborhoods they are familiar with, and have a designated times to be home.
  • Only cross the street in crosswalks, and follow all traffic laws. Teach your children to make eye contact with a driver before they cross the street, so they know the driver sees them.
  • Have your child carry a flashlight or glow stick to make them more visible to drivers and to help them see better at night.

Cappuccino Insurance Agency in Westlake Village would like to encourage you and your family to keep these tips in mind, to ensure you stay safe and have fun this holiday.

Be Prepared for an Earthquake with These Tips

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Living in California comes with the danger of experiencing an earthquake. There is no way to tell when an earthquake is going to happen, or just how much damage it will cause. Make sure to keep these earthquake safety tips in mind to ensure that you and your loved ones are prepared for an earthquake.

  • Practice drills. The best way to ensure that everyone in your family knows what to do in case of an earthquake is to practice. It will also help everyone stay calm when there is an earthquake since they will know what to do.
  • Take cover. Make sure to identify a safe place to be during an earthquake in each of the rooms in your home. These could be under a sturdy table on next to an inside wall of the house.
  • Have an emergency kit. Make an emergency kit that you will be able to get to in case of an earthquake. This should include things such as medical supplies, water, and nonperishable food. Also make sure that it contains a list of things to grab in case of an emergency, such as medication, family heirlooms, and contact information for friends and family.
  • Think about your pets. Make sure that your pet also has a special emergency kit that includes medication, the phone number of vets, and a carriers.

The best way to make sure that you home is protected in case of an earthquake is to invest in an earthquake insurance policy. A typical homeowners insurance policy will not provide the right amount of protection needed, so you will be left paying for the damage out of your own pocket.

To ensure that your home and family are protected in case of an earthquake in the Conejo Valley, contact Cappuccino Insurance Agency in Westlake Village, California. We can provide the most comprehensive insurance coverage to ensure that you are protected from any damage.