As the temperatures dip, nothing feels better than the cozy hum of a space heater. But before winter set in, OMAG rolled up its sleeves for our annual Space Heater Roundup—and it was a blast!

Our team gave every heater in the office the full treatment. Dust bunnies and a few dust buffalos were blown away with compressed air, cords and plugs got a careful once-over for damage, and each heater was tipped over to test its all-important shut-off switch. The verdict? A few heaters didn’t make the cut and were promptly retired—but the ones that passed earned a bright “sticker of completion,” a badge of honor proving they’re safe and ready to keep us warm all season long.

But the fun didn’t stop there! Employees got a refresher on space heater safety basics: always plug directly into the wall (never an extension cord), and give heaters plenty of breathing room—no papers, fabrics, or other flammable friends nearby. A little space makes a lot of difference.

Here’s the best part: we don’t want to keep the warmth and safety to ourselves. With cold weather around the corner, we encourage other cities and towns to hold their own space heater roundups. It is an easy task that integrates with your existing safety efforts, and provides the added benefit of fire prevention.

At OMAG, we believe safety doesn’t have to be boring—it can be empowering, even a little fun. This winter, let’s all stay warm, stay safe, and keep those heaters humming happily.