Guide to Texas Trucking Laws and Regulations
A complete guide to trucking laws and regulations to educate you on the differences and help you stay informed.
Hidden Risks of Summer School: Operational Safety Strategies Schools Can’t Ignore
Summer school risk management is essential to ensuring student and staff safety during the warm months. Many districts overlook the unique challenges tied to summer school risk management. Often, summer sessions operate in secondary campuses, under temporary staffing, and with reduced oversight—making them vulnerable. Proactive planning is essential to keep students and staff safe in environments that may not be designed for extended year-round use.
Navigating Cybersecurity Challenges in the Construction Industry
The construction industry is continuously moving toward digitization, adopting advanced technology such as artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT) and Building Information Modeling software. These innovations help to automate tasks, reduce waste and improve efficiency, productivity and safety.
6 Tips for Adding a Teen to Your Auto Policy
If your teen is approaching driving age, it may be time to start thinking about adding them to your auto insurance policy. Although this will likely increase your insurance premiums, it is typically cheaper than having your teen purchase an auto policy in their own name. Here are six tips to consider when adding a teen to your auto insurance policy.
Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)
Machines and equipment used in the workplace will inevitably require maintenance. Many of these machines can be dangerous for employees to work on due to having to reach into areas of operation where possible hazards exist. As such, it’s important to make sure that a machine is turned off while an employee is working on it. Performing regular maintenance on a piece of equipment can result in serious injury or even death if part of their body is inside a machine and it is activated.
Cyber Case Study: Hack at Steel Mill Causes Physical Damage
 In late 2014, the German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) released a report detailing a disruptive cyber attack at an unnamed steel mill facility. The attack—which was deployed through a combination of social engineering tactics and malware— compromised several of the steel mill’s industrial control components. From there, equipment breakdowns and production outages ensued, resulting in extensive property destruction.
Prepare Your District for the 2025 Hurricane Season: What Schools Need to Know
The 2025 hurricane season is here—and according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), schools in hurricane-prone areas should brace for above-normal activity. With the season officially running from June 1 to November 30, early preparation is key to protecting your students, staff, and facilities. NOAA's 2025 Hurricane Outlook This year, NOAA is [...]
Navigating Cybersecurity Challenges in the Healthcare Industry
Healthcare providers have been increasingly utilizing technology and turning to digitization. Innovations such as telehealth, artificial intelligence (AI), digital billing systems and connected devices continue to reshape the industry.
Fleet Risk Management Best Practices
What can companies do to lower the likelihood of a claim related to fleet drivers? Let's look at some fleet risk management best practices.
Employers Expand Family Benefits Amid Reproductive Health Concerns
Recent surveys indicate heightened anxiety among many U.S. employees planning to conceive or adopt children. This follows the 2024 election results and ongoing legal developments regarding reproductive rights. Over half of respondents want their employers to publicly support continued access to comprehensive family planning services.