Insights and liability tips on how to protect your inn or bed & breakfast, giving you and your guests peace of mind.
Working at a bed and breakfast entails many strenuous tasks. The staff is presented with risks as they often work without direct supervision, which can lead to unverified claims, and exposure to potentially hazardous conditions.
Regularly reviewing and updating security protocols, such as installing surveillance cameras and proper signage, are just a few ways to contribute to the overall safety of the inn. Explore these insights and strategies to strike a balance between security and guest convenience at your inn.
As a bed and breakfast owner, you know the busy season is about to hit full throttle. So, don't let a little frost send your business into a chilly downward spiral. Follow these tips to get your business (and flowers) to bloom and thrive!
Moving into 2024, bed and breakfast employers are urged to prepare for impending legal changes including potential overtime rule shifts and evolving employee benefits requirements.
January is National Radon Action Month, and it reminds us of the importance of checking our properties for this silent threat. Whether your inn or bed and breakfast is an older property or a new build, radon doesn’t discriminate.
The extra expenses to pay for injuries can have a powerfully negative effect on your business’s bottom line. Protect yourself and your business with these preventative measures to reduce workplace injuries.
With thorough protocols, a well-trained staff and staying vigilant with billing, you can protect your inn from falling victim. Here are some best practices for preventing fraud at your inn:
From petty theft to serious illicit acts, criminals pose a variety of different risks anywhere. Certain parts of your job put you and your employees at particular risk of confronting a thief or intruder.
Disinfecting the kitchen and other surfaces is crucial to help reduce risks and stop the spread of contamination. Don’t let nasty fluids find their way onto cooking tools or into your meals.
Did you know that making your inn smoke-free can help you save money? Going smoke-free at your inn protects your employees’ health, improves productivity, reduces insurance premiums, lowers maintenance expenses, reduces absenteeism and can even make customers happier. It often makes good business sense to run a smoke-free establishment, no matter what local laws mandate.