Ask the Safety Rep: What are the Requirements for Accident Recordkeeping?
Great question! According to Part 390.15(b)(1) of CFR Title 49 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR) “For accidents that occur after April 29, ...
11/13/18
Sold in the Cold: Tips for Winter Listings
Depending on where you live and sell homes, winter isn't exactly peak season for real estate sales. But that doesn't mean listing a home between December and ...
11/07/18
Top 5 Things to Consider: Workers' Comp Claims
Handling workers’ compensation claims is detailed and complex. From start to finish, there are many factors to consider. In most instances, employees must seek ...
11/02/18
Crash Prevention: Are You Proactive or Reactive?
When a vehicle crash occurs, the first questions a trucking company will likely ask are: What happened? Is everyone okay? Which party was at fault? Unfortunately, ...
11/01/18
Identifying Fall Driving Hazards
The fall season presents many unique hazards that truck drivers should be on the lookout for. Avoiding potential losses requires drivers to recognize the hazards ...
10/24/18
Don't Let a Plumbing Emergency Ruin the Holidays!
An unexpected plumbing problem could really ruin your holiday season. Reduce your risk of a plumbing emergency with the following tips.
10/18/18
Opening/Closing Trailer Doors
Opening and closing trailer doors are two of the leading causes of work-related injuries for truck drivers. Read the information below, and ask yourself if there ...
10/17/18
Claims Reviews - What You Should Expect from Your Claims Team
An effective claims review meeting should engage key participants in strategizing about how to best resolve claims and return injured workers to their jobs. A ...
10/16/18
Focusing on Lone Workers
Lone workers are technically anyone who works by themselves without close or direct supervision. Some examples would include sole and isolated fixed location ...
10/16/18
Transitioning From Fastbonds to a Standard Bond Program
Here are some important reasons why a contractor would want to transition from a credit-based bond program, or Fastbond, to a standard bond program - and how to ...
10/15/18