A Business Insurance Update 2019 is set to be a very good year for businesses. We can count on many business-friendly policies and administrative rules that will help companies prosper. In addition, many communities are promoting the support of local businesses. With the economy still strong, more people are buying goods and services. One of […]
March 19, 2019
As a supervisor, you play an important role in an ill or injured employee’s recovery and return to work. When an employee has the opportunity to return to work you can often help speed recovery by providing certain accommodations. Your organization and employee can both benefit from “transitional” duties such as modified work, alternative work […]
August 12, 2018
OSHA audits are not usually something for which you advanced warning. Often, an OSHA inspector simply shows up at your firm to conduct an inspection. However, there are a number of things you can do to reduce your stress and to ensure that your audit goes smoothly. It is always best to think about how […]
August 7, 2017
Some of the nation’s top risk managers often share their secrets with the world through published articles and on social media. We have been tracking these tips over the past year and thought we might share a few of them with you. Trip and fall injuries from Disney – With the millions of people and […]
April 28, 2017
One of the best ways for businesses to control their workers’ compensation costs is to control the frequency of all insurance claims. There are legitimate claims however; unfortunately, there are also fraudulent claims. In addition to a well-planned safety program, your business should also address a zero tolerance for fraud as standard policy. The following […]
May 18, 2016
Many business owners ask, “What drives the Workers’ Compensation machine and why are our costs so high?” We address some issues below that start to scratch the surface. There were nearly 3 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses reported by private industry employers in 2014 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The highest incident […]
February 23, 2016
When we are described as “the best” in our fields or areas of expertise we are generally compared to individuals or businesses doing similar tasks. The National Underwriter’s from PropertyCasualty360 did such a comparison of businesses that showed excellence in workers’ compensation risk management. In this blog we have highlighted some of the key components of the […]
September 29, 2015
Managing Workers’ Comp Costs One essential element in managing worker’s comp costs is communication with your insurance broker. When reviewing your worker’s compensation programs with your insurance broker, communication is a key to minimize costs. As an employer another key element is to ensure that injuries are managed effectively and that there are plans in […]
June 17, 2015
Having an Incident Report in Place Sources California State University WC Guide for Supervisors & Managers, OSHA Do you have a plan in place for your business if an employee becomes ill or injured while at work? A Supervisor’s Injury and Illness Incident Report is a general requirement under OSHA regulations. Partial Exemption is given […]
February 3, 2015
Independent Contractor versus Employee Source California Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE) As a company running a business or an individual working for themselves, the topic of independent contractor versus employee is a very important factor to consider when accessing your risk management. As a company you want to be very careful that you understand […]
December 16, 2014