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Creating an Effective Workplace Safety Manual
Many companies do not have a workplace safety manual, or if they do have one, it is often outdated or too long and complicated. This
Workplace Accommodations: What’s Reasonable?
According to the ADA – it’s the employer’s responsibility to make “reasonable workplace accommodations” for their employees with disabilities – but how do they define
Misclassifying Employees: A Risk Not Worth Taking
Misclassifying employees as independent contractors to reduce your workers’ compensation insurance costs may seem like a good idea, but it’s not. It can spell disaster.
The Dangers of Stress in the Workplace
Too much stress can have a negative impact on employees as individuals and on workplace morale as a whole. Minimizing stress is not only important
The Importance of a Claims Adjuster
Claims adjusters play a vital role in the resolution of workers’ compensation claims. Doing the job well requires great time management skills and industry expertise,
Workplace Safety Horror Stories
While the significance of creating a culture of safety may be evident to some, many organizations overlook its importance. Explore real-life accident and fatality cases
The Importance of Safety Meetings
Most companies realize the importance of safety meetings, but they’re often less productive than they could be. If done incorrectly, they become tedious and mind
Reduce Distractions To Increase Workplace Safety
Distractions impair workplace performance and they’re one of the leading causes of on-the-job injuries. Injuries also affect employee morale, cause lasting, substantial employee impairment, increase
How The OSHA Final Rule Impacts Your Business
OSHA’s “final rule” went into effect on January 1, 2017. The final rule revises OSHA’s Recording and Reporting Occupational Injuries and Illnesses (29 CFR 1904).
Is Your Healthcare Facility a Target for Ransomware?
Ransomware is a type of computer malware that limits or prevents data access. It either locks the system’s screen or locks user files until the
The Importance of a Return To Work Program
Workers’ compensation claims continue to rise annually, as they have for the past 20 years. However, premiums have not kept pace with the increasing demand.
By Land, By Air, or By Sea – Workers’ Comp and the Traveling Employee
Generally, workers’ compensation benefits do not cover injuries unless they happen “in the course and scope of employment.” Consequently, workers’ compensation insurance doesn’t normally cover