Slips, trips and falls are some of the most commonly occurring accidents for agricultural workers. These serious and often preventable incidents can result in significant injuries or death. Workers should be aware of these helpful tips to reduce their risk of injuries from falls at work:
Spring can bring about some of the year’s most dangerous weather and wreak havoc on many aspects of a company’s operations. This article discusses the weather threats to watch out for during spring and measures businesses can take to minimize damage.
When a company experiences significant increases in workers’ compensation costs, it usually triggers internal activities aimed at reducing insurance costs and spending. The key to spending fewer dollars is more than just stopping a few accidents; it is having a sound safety program designed to continuously improve. This is where a safety program that, at a minimum, is compliant with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards can yield significant savings for by reducing injuries and illnesses, saving workers’ compensation dollars.
As another year has kicked off, employers have many areas of focus regarding their benefit programs. It can also be challenging to achieve all goals in a single year, so decision-makers must prioritize their efforts based on their unique circumstances.
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.
Sustainability has become increasingly important for healthcare facilities. Faced with regulatory requirements, cost-saving opportunities and growing public expectations for environmental responsibility, healthcare facilities are pursuing green initiatives that align with operational efficiency and risk management goals.
Over the last few years, the healthcare industry has been navigating a volatile landscape shaped by changing market demands, labor shortages, inflation and supply chain difficulties. In 2025, several trends could continue to impact the sector, including workforce safety concerns propelled by staffing shortages and changing skills requirements, increased cyberthreats due to increasing technology reliance, ongoing efforts to secure medical supplies and medications amid supply chain challenges, and the risks associated with expanded telehealth use.
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.
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.
Many have been there staring at a workers’ compensation insurance proposal, overwhelmed by a premium so steep it feels like a punishment. The explanation seems simple: one big, catastrophic claim has thrown your experience modification factor (EMOD) into chaos, leaving you with an astronomical bill.
