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Laptop Computers Create a Safety Risk

July 9, 2013 by Admin 4 Comments

Laptop Computers Create a Safety Risk Just reading a recent article about long term injuries being caused by using a laptop computer as its name suggests. Excerpt: Working with a laptop sitting on … [Read more...] about Laptop Computers Create a Safety Risk

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January 12, 2013 by Admin 2 Comments

Gardening Safety Gardening can be one of the greatest, most pleasurable hobbies. The fresh air, exercise and beautiful or edible products of all that hard work have made gardening a favorite pastime … [Read more...] about Gardening Safety

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