A 17-year-old bagger employed at his family’s grocery store was asked for ground beef by a customer. None was available, so he decided to operate the grinder, despite the fact that workers under the age of 18 are prohibited by OSHA from operating meat grinders...
Running a retail store requires juggling multiple responsibilities, and ensuring the safety of your employees and customers is one of the most important. It only takes a split second for a customer or employee to slip on a wet floor, trip over an obstacle, fall, and...
Shoplifting is one of the oldest problems we face as a society. According to Wikipedia, stealing more than five shillings worth of goods was a crime punishable by death under the Shoplifting Act of 1699. And in 18th century Europe, many shoplifters were hanged, even...
Food poisoning can ruin any meal. It can also ruin your store’s reputation. Risks can arise during every process, from receiving food from vendors to selling it to customers. Deli cases also can be a big source of contamination. Avoid problems by being diligent about...
What happens if there are coffee beans spilled in your aisle and a customer slips and falls and sues you for negligence? Are you guilty if you didn’t know the coffee beans were there? Unfortunately, ignorance isn’t always a good excuse. If someone trips and falls...
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