Ask the Safety Rep: How Do the New Drug Testing Changes Affect Employers?
On January 1, 2018, the final rule went into effect amending 49 CFR Part 40. The DOT announced several revisions, most notably the addition of hydrocodone, ...
05/30/18
Monitoring Drivers for At-Risk Behaviors
According to a 2014 study by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), the average cost of all large truck crashes is approximately $91,000 per ...
05/23/18
PMA Hospital Think Tank 2018: Insights into Healthcare Worker Safety & Risk Management
PMA Companies recently hosted its sixth annual Mid-Atlantic Hospital Think Tank in East Brunswick, New Jersey. Over 50 risk management professionals and ...
05/23/18
Ask the Truck Underwriter: Can I Get an Exception for a Driver Who Doesn't Have an Acceptable MVR?
Good drivers are hard to find; can I get an exception for a driver who doesn't have an acceptable MVR? With concerns about the driver shortage, to get a truck ...
05/09/18
RIMS 2018: Insights from Industry Insiders
The long-running Risk & Insurance Management Society (RIMS) national conference is an annual touchstone for the insurance industry. This year, the program ...
05/03/18
Post-Traumatic Growth: Improving Operations After a Catastrophic Loss
Every motor carrier operates in a challenging environment that exposes it to the risk of a catastrophic loss. Serious injuries, loss of life, and high-dollar ...
05/02/18
Disaster Planning: Plan & Protect Your Future
Is your organization prepared for a disaster or an emergency? Organizations who have a plan in place may recover more quickly, whereas others may shut their doors ...
04/25/18
Loss Sensitive Plans - What You Need to Know
Loss sensitive plans give an insured the opportunity to have their premium costs more closely tied to their own loss experience. These plans have specific ...
04/17/18
Do You Speak the Language of Loss Sensitive Plans?
In order to suggest the proper insurance product to fit the risk tolerance appetite of a diverse set of clients, you must understand the full spectrum of ...
04/02/18
Safe Driving Tips for Real Estate Professionals
Real estate can be a demanding job—both mentally and physically! When you’re not lifting signs or staging a home, there’s a good chance you’re in your vehicle ...
04/02/18