4 Factors in Your Workers’ Comp Insurance You Can’t Control (and 1 You Can)
From your location to your industry to your payroll, here are a few factors that providers consider when determining your workers’ comp insurance premium.
Is Your Hazard Communication Program Up to Snuff?
The people at OSHA care about communication so much, in fact, that they’ve developed a Hazard Communication Standard. The HCS requires organizations to adopt a hazard communication program, and applies to all employers with hazardous chemicals in their workplaces.
What Your Ex-Mod Says About Your Business
Your ex-mod is a key indicator of your organization’s overall health, performance, and EHS outcomes—from regulatory risk to employee turnover.
What are Experience Modifiers? Your Score Can Save You Money
Your EHS outcomes could be escalating your workers’ compensation insurance premium. To understand why, you need to understand your experience modifier.
Ensure Environment Health and Safety Compliance With the EHS Checklist
The Environment Health and Safety Compliance Checklist itemizes the critical documents, training, and procedures many state and federal agencies require.
What OSHA’s Walking-Working Surfaces Rules Really Mean for Employers
It’s going on two years since the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) released its final rule on walking-working surfaces and fall protection standards, but that doesn’t mean it’s any less confusing! Not to worry. We're here to break it down for you.
Forklift Safety: Simple Mistakes Can Cause Tragedy
Does your facility have storage space or a warehouse? Do you utilize forklifts? Do your personnel and your forklifts share the same space throughout the day? Chances are, the answer is yes. And although forklifts can make tasks easier and more time efficient, they can also cause serious injury.
The Right Body Protection Can Save Lives
Hazards are present in every workplace. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reveals the majority of workplace injuries occur while workers are performing their normal job duties at their regular work sites. In many industries, avoiding injuries and incidents depends on…
Natural Gas: The Silent Killer
Natural gas is a colorless and odorless gas that is highly flammable. The biggest hazard that can result from a natural gas leak is an explosion; it also causes those in an exposed area to become sick. Gas companies add…
September is National Preparedness Month!
September is National Preparedness Month, sponsored by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). It’s a great time for employers to reevaluate their Emergency Preparedness and Action Plans. Emergency situations can occur at home or at the job, and can be…
