COVID-19 Updates & Resources

When safety incidents happen in the workplace, it’s crucial for the affected individual to receive adequate treatment for their injury as soon as possible. That’s where first aid can help. Be sure to follow the first-aid steps listed in this resource while on the job and be sure to share this document with your staff.

In the trucking and transportation industry, much of your day is spent lifting, carrying and transporting heavy objects. The following safety tips will give you helpful ergonomic guidelines for lifting any size load.

The tax industry, state tax agencies and the IRS are warning taxpayers about a new scam that criminals are using to try to trick people into disclosing their bank account information in order to receive an Economic Impact Payment, or as it’s commonly referred to, a stimulus check.

Customer personal injury claims can be costly and very damaging to a retail establishment’s reputation. They can be much more frequent than employee claims in some types of stores, especially warehouses that allow customer access.

Working outdoors in the winter can expose you to dangerously low temperatures. This cold weather can heighten your risk of experiencing a variety of complications—such as hypothermia. For employees that spend their time outdoors during low temperatures, this poses a safety risk- one that can result in serious injuries and costly claims.

In all industries, but especially in transportation and warehousing, safety is a critical component of success, particularly when it comes to equipment use. Ramp safety risks are something employers should be concerned about. If a ramp is not set up properly, it can lead to serious injuries and loss of product. There are several risks that an employer should be aware of when employees are working with ramps and things to keep in mind when designing new ramp systems or replacing old ramps.

Employees acting complacent and ignoring hazards on the job can increase the likelihood of serious safety incidents happening in your workplace—including nearmisses, injuries and even fatalities. After all, even if you have taken steps to ensure healthy and safe working conditions within your organization, safety incidents can still occur if your employees engage in careless acts or unsafe behaviors.

Winter weather can be unpredictable, and cold temperatures, high winds, ice and snow can cause serious damage to your home. To avoid costly weather-related repairs, it’s important to prep your home and property for winter.

Civil unrest can be defined as an act of protest in a public space that escalates into a disturbance or interruption to peace and order. Civil unrest events can involve large amounts of people, and in some cases, include violence leading to bodily injury or property damage. It is important to recognize that not all gatherings of people lead to civil unrest events.

Mega claims have become more common in the past decade. In fact, according to a recent study conducted by the National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI), these claims have reached a 12-year high—increasing in both frequency and severity.