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Resolve to Be Safe in 2017 and Beyond People often say “be safe” after ending a conversation with another in a variety of settings. But what does that mean to you? Does that mean you should use handrails when going up or down a staircase? Or abide by traffic rules of not texting while driving? Does being safe mean keeping your doors locked at home? It probably means some of these things and more, depending upon where you live and work. As we start the New Year, we’d like you to take stock of the steps you …
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