A Workers’ Compensation Risk No Industry Should Ignore
Slips, trips and falls remain a leading workers’ compensation loss driver in almost every industry. According to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data, falls ...
11/19/21
Looking at Loss Exposure in the Home-Based Workforce
The global pandemic has generated a shift of thousands of employees from a centralized workspace to home-based work. Many employers look forward to a near-term ...
09/13/21
Precautions for Employers in the Oil and Gas Industry
Between 2016 and 2018, there were 15 fatalities and 54 hospitalizations from uncontrolled pressure release in the Oil and Gas Industry. NIOSH Fatality Assessment ...
11/12/20
Lag Time and the Costs of Claims
Lag time, which refers to the period of time between the date an incident occurred and the date that the claim is officially reported to the insurer, can be very ...
11/03/20
Worker’s Compensation – Subs, 1099s, Employees – From a Risk and Bonding Perspective – It Does Matter!
Workers’ compensation can be a sticky wicket for construction firms. It’s an area where new contractors and veterans alike can find themselves in legal and ...
06/03/20
Preventing Crashes with Stationary Objects
Hitting stationary objects are preventable crashes. The key to preventing such accidents is to recognize the hazards that can lead to a collision with a ...
04/08/20
Combatting Substance Abuse
Substance abuse involves more than taking illegal drugs. It also includes misusing alcohol, prescription medications, and other legal substances if too much is ...
04/06/20
Know the Hazards of Rollovers
Tractor-trailers typically have a high center of gravity, which makes them susceptible to rollover crashes. The key to preventing a rollover is for drivers to be ...
03/04/20
Preventing Accidents When Backing Up
One out of four vehicle accidents can be attributed to poor backing techniques, according to the National Safety Council. The Council also found that backing ...
03/02/20
Employee Fatigue is a Risk That Can Be Managed
Sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, and insomnia are just a few sleep disorders that affect all employees, not only truck drivers. According to the National ...
02/25/20