Correctly classifying a worker as an employee vs. contractor affects tax obligations, benefits and compliance with labor laws. The U.S. Department of Labor recently…
Avoiding pitfalls: Pre-storm planning and post-event recovery Properly plan for emergencies, stay informed about weather updates, prepare your workplace and maintain clear communication with…
How to help your clients understand and manage their DART rates DART stands for Days Away, Restricted or Transferred. It measures workplace safety by…
Your clients can achieve lower workers’ comp rates. Here’s how. Work comp premiums are calculated using classification codes, total amount of payroll per class,…
Which of these summer safety hazards do your workers face? Heat illness: Monitor heat advisories, acclimatize new workers, ensure proper hydration and educate on…
Employers should implement strategies for protecting outdoor workers from wildfire smoke exposure, such as monitoring air quality, providing frequent breaks and rescheduling or…
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Hiring young workers this summer? Let's navigate responsibilities, compliance and safety protocols for a safe workplace environment. Employers have legal and ethical responsibilities toward…
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Protect clients and their employees from workplace heat illness As summer temperatures rise, so will the risk of workplace heat illness. Last year most…
How often do you check your workplace PPE? Workplace PPE is designed to protect against exposure to hazards causing injuries or illnesses. PPE protects…
Construction-related accounts in CA are eligible Arrowhead Workers’ Compensation Program has launched Commercial Auto insurance as a companion product on April 1. Construction/contractor-related accounts…
If your workforce is aging, here are positive ways to manage them Benefits of an aging workforce: industry and company knowledge and skills, low…
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Fall safety continues to top OSHA's list of the top ten most common violations. And in raw numbers, violations are increasing. This is particularly…
Heavy machinery? Make sure your workers are properly trained While OSHA doesn’t certify heavy equipment operators, it does require proper heavy machinery training. View…
Protecting your contractors Protecting construction contractor clients may require a skein of insurance plans. Construction sites are vulnerable to disaster, theft, vandalism, being over-budget…
Are you taking risks you don’t even know about? Because natural and man-made disasters are occurring more frequently, view these construction site disaster safety…
