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Employee/Company Achievements Did you know that Kerma Medical Products has an Employee Assistance Program? You may be asking yourself, “What is an Employee Assistance Program and why should I use it?” The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a professional counseling and referral service designed to help employees with personal, job or family related problems. It is free, voluntary and strictly condential. There are many reasons a person may need to use the EAP. • Substance Abuse: Problem drinking, illegal drug use, drug testing concerns, prescription drug misuse. • Family Problems: Parent/Child conflicts, coping with serious illnesses, aging parents, single parenting, childcare issues. • Marital Issues: Separation/divorce, communication problems, resolving con-flicts, domestic violence. • Financial Issues: Problem gambling, household nances, over-extended credit • Emotional and Mental Health: Stress, anxiety and depression, grief and loss, life transition, disability adjustment. For more information or assistance 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, call 1-800-899-8174 or visit the EAP website OptimaEAP.com Remember all calls to the EAP are strictly condential. The winners of the costume contest were: Best All-Around Male: Terrance Holmes as Chucky Best All-Around Female: Chanita Britt as The Cat in the Hat Funniest: Cheryl Fendlay as the Spelling Bee Scariest: Pamela Russell as the Scary Clown. KMP Connection Newsletter Kerma South Division Costumes include: Kyle Seow as the Astronaut and Esther Cuervo as Wednesday. IT Korner 2 Kerma Tips 2 Kommunity News 2 Words from our CEO 3 Manufacturing Insider 3 Safety Tips 4 Newsletter Highlights: THE KMP CONNECTION Page 1. The KMP Connection Kerma Medical Products, Inc. Fall 2023 Volume 1, Issue 2
Kommunity News Kerma Holiday Season Tips Safety Tips IT Korner Page 2. THE KMP CONNECTION Sources:10 Holiday Safety Tips (redcross.org) Suffolk Holidays Activities Festival of Lights – Drive through light display: 5pm to 8pm. This event is free and open to public. 11/24-26, 11/30-12/3, 12/7-12/25, 12/28-12/31 How the Grinch Stole East Suffolk – Arts and crafts, hot cocoa bar, bounce house, give aways and a photo opportunity with the Grinch. 12/8 from 6p to 8p at East Suffolk Recreation Center Ages 4 and up Miramar Holidays Activities Miramar’s Very Merry Celebration – Live entertainment, food trucks, photo with santa and friends at Shirley Branca Park. 12/02/2023, from 6pm-8pm Happy Holiday Toy Giveaway Tickets, - Make it a Happy Holiday and pick-up a free gift for child(ren) Ages 0-12 years old. Thu, Dec.14th, 2023, 3pm-5pm at Miramar Town Center The holiday season is here, and the American Red Cross wants everyone to stay safe from home res as they decorate their homes for the upcoming festivities. Decorations like trees, lights and candles increase the risk of home res during the holidays—with Christmas, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day being the top three days for home candle res, according to the National Fire Protection Association. See these safety tips while hanging lights and ornaments: • Check all holiday light cords to make sure they aren’t frayed or broken. Don’t string too many strands of lights together—no more than three per extension cord. • If getting a live tree, make sure it’s fresh and water it to keep it fresh. Bend the needles up and down to make sure no needles fall off. • If using older decorations, check their labels. Some older tinsel is lead-based. If using angel hair, wear gloves to avoid irritation. Avoid breathing in articial snow. • Don’t forget to turn off all holiday lights when going to bed or leaving the house In today's digital age, we enjoy unprecedented connectivity and convenience. However, this convenience also makes us vulnerable to various online threats, with phishing attacks being a prevalent and ever-evolving menace. Phishing attacks are fraudulent attempts to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information, such as passwords, credit card details, and personal data, by posing as trustworthy entities. What is Phishing? - Phishing is a deceptive cybercrime where malicious actors masquerade as legitimate organizations, like banks, government agencies, or well-known companies, in an attempt to steal sensitive information or money from unsuspecting victims. These attacks usually arrive through email, but they can also take the form of text messages, phone calls, or even social media messages. How to protect yourself from Phishing? - Verify the sender, use Two-factor authentication (2FA), be wary of suspicious emails that include links and attachments, keep your devices regularly upgraded with anti-virus, don’t share personal information, and educate yourself about latest phishing techniques and scams. Phishing attacks are becoming increasingly sophisticated. By following these steps and adopting a cautious mindset, you can protect yourself from falling victim to these deceptive cybercrimes. Remember that the best defense against phishing is knowledge, skepticism, and a proactive approach to your online security. Stay one step ahead of cybercriminals and enjoy a safer online experience.
A Message from the CEO Accurate inventory management is crucial for Kerma’s businesses. Here are some benefits of maintaining accurate inventory: 1. Minimizes stockouts: Accurate inventory counts help us avoid stockouts, which can lead to lost sales and dissatisfied customers. This may ultimately cost Kerma customers. 2. Identifies errors: Regularly reconciling your inventory can help you identify errors such as discrepancies between your physical and recorded inventory. 3. Reduces direct costs: If we have inaccurate inventory, our systems end up sending pickers to the wrong location, which leads to wasted time and increased labor cost. 4. Reduces overhead costs: Accurate inventory management can help us reduce overhead costs by mini-mizing carrying cost and the amount of excess inventory Kerma has, as well as reduce transportation costs. 5. An organized warehouse: Accurate inventory helps keep the warehouse organized which allows for smooth day-to-day operations and promotes less stress in multiple areas. What can we do to increase inventory accuracy? • Ensure we are pulling the right product as noted on pick tickets. This includes pulling from the correct loca-tion and in the correct quantities. • Ensure we are recording all movement of products we are making physically in P21. We should NEVER move or pick anything physically without performing the same action in P21. • Keep the warehouse clean and organized. This promotes availability of the right product at the right time for shipments or internal production needs. • If something does not seem right, say something. Let your supervisor know if you notice an error instead of ignoring it! Remember, all additional costs created by poor inventory management comes out of Kerma’s bottom line which affects us all in a negative manner. Manufacturing Insider “As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, it's a perfect time to reflect on the things we're grateful for. This year has been lled with challenges and triumphs, and through it all, your dedication and hard work have been truly remarkable. In the spirit of Thanksgiving, I encourage you to take some time to appreciate the people and moments that bring joy to your life. Spend quality time with your loved ones, and cherish the moments of togetherness. Wishing you and your loved ones a warm and joyful Thanksgiving. May it be lled with love, laughter, and gratitude. Thank you for all that you do.” Sincerely, William “Joe” Reubel THE KMP CONNECTION Page 3. Quality Policy t string too many strands of lights If using older decorations, check their labels. Some older It is the policy of Kerma Medical Products Inc. to provide reasonable priced products and services to our customers that meet or exceed their performance requirements, in accordance with guidelines set forth by the Food and Drug Administration. Kerma Medical Products, Inc. is committed to companywide Continuous Quality Improvement.
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