Ensuring the safety of students during their school commute is a collective effort involving school bus drivers, motorists, and the entire community. While school bus drivers go to great lengths to protect children, it is equally crucial for all road users to play their part in managing transportation risks effectively.
Protecting your K-12 community from potential threats – active shooters, severe weather, health outbreaks, and more – is always a top priority. The right school alert systems can provide effective communication to your community during emergencies.
We want to do all we can to prevent our students, parents and community from falls that might result in injury. Most falls (67%) happen on a level surface resulting from slips and trips. Fortunately, most slip, trip and fall incidents are avoidable.
As we usher in the New Year, it's the perfect time for a fresh start. Begin the New Year on the right foot with a thorough review of your insurance policies. An insurance review might not be the first thing on your New Year's checklist, but it's a wise move that can yield substantial benefits.
Unsurprisingly, the IRS has announced an increase in the health flexible spending account (FSA) contribution limit for 2024 to $3,200, according to experts. This $150 boost provides employee the opportunity to set aside more tax-free money to pay for qualifying medical expenses.
In the last few years, employers across the nation have seen a dramatic shift in how their workers approach sick leave. Employees today are taking nearly twice as many sick days compared to pre-pandemic times. But contrary to what some may expect, this surge in time off has not negatively impacted productivity or morale. In fact, the opposite may be true.
More than one in five U.S. adults suffer from mental illness each year, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness. An estimated four percent have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. While sometimes obvious, mental health issues often go unseen in the workplace, taking a silent toll on employees' well-being and job performance when unaddressed. However, new solutions allow employers to support what they can't see.
Losing control of a car is undoubtedly one of the most frightening experiences behind the wheel. Unfortunately, it is a potential side effect when the temperatures turn frigid and the roads get slick with ice or snow.
Keeping outdoor walking surfaces—such as parking lots and sidewalks—clear of ice in the winter is a crucial practice at many workplaces. Not only does ice removal offer aesthetic benefits, it can also help keep you, your co-workers and the general public (e.g., customers or passersby) protected from the risk of slips and trips on the job site.
As winter approaches, it’s time to think about safely storing your recreational vehicle—or any other vehicle that won’t be in use—to avoid damage from the harsh weather and roads. By doing so, you can keep your vehicle in good condition for spring. Utilize the following guidance to properly prepare and store your vehicle this winter.
