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.
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.
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.
Smart Summer Maintenance Strategies for School Facilities
As temperatures rise, summer facility maintenance becomes a top priority for school districts and campus managers. Taking proactive steps during the summer months protects infrastructure and ensures a safe, efficient environment for students and staff returning in the fall. Prioritizing summer facility maintenance helps ensure that HVAC systems, plumbing, roofing, and exterior structures are fully prepared for extreme weather and continued usage.
Workers’ Compensation Rates Drop, Yet Premiums Remain Unchanged
In Workers' Compensation, the reality is that the E-Mod score determines the majority of the annual premium, rather than the non-disputable rates assigned by the NCCI for each class code. Which is to the benefit of savvy companies that understand how the EMOD score works and know how to control it.
Green Practices in Healthcare Facilities
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.